American Police Beat Magazine
Law Enforcement Publication
Since George Zimmerman was acquitted in the death of Trayvon Martin, which resulted in the founding of Black Lives Matter (BLM) in 2013, law enforcement and all police officers have […] Read More
All over the country, authorities are reporting a rise in vehicle break-ins, which means it’s even more important to protect belongings that take up permanent residence in trucks and autos. […] Read More
Trust me, you can dance. — Vodka In this guide, the experts at the Los Angeles Police Department’s Substance Abuse Task Force provide numerous strategies to help encourage responsible drinking […] Read More
Leading by example is a crucial aspect of effective leadership. Leaders who model behavior that emphasizes integrity, creativity, good communication and a willingness to engage in continuous growth are vital […] Read More
Law enforcement agencies across the nation face increased media scrutiny, community turmoil, reduced funding and many demands during this new era of policing. It’s no surprise that many government organizations […] Read More
When I first started in law enforcement, everyone on my department carried a Maglite, which was the standard at the time and needed three D-cell batteries to power it. They […] Read More
A 5K walk for law enforcement suicide awareness in Braintree, Massachusetts, in late August raised funds and garnered support for mental health services for police officers. Organizers with the advocacy […] Read More
At only 12% of the current law enforcement workforce, per the Department of Justice, women remain a minority in the profession, but personal stories show how attitudes have changed. This […] Read More
As a lieutenant with the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office in Alabama, Eric Fields knows how to maneuver vehicles at high speeds, but he’s no Hobbs from the Fast & Furious […] Read More
School active shooter incidents are a unique phenomenon. When preparing for or responding to one of these horrific tragedies, officers should consider how their training and tactics should differentiate between […] Read More
I train a lot of firearm instructors from all over the country, and it’s given me the opportunity to listen to officers discuss the problems they face in different regions […] Read More
Recent and ongoing events continue to challenge our typical notions of safety, predictability and control. The persistent nature of nationwide civil unrest, anti-law-enforcement political and media sentiment, and COVID-19 public […] Read More
When I entered the police academy in the summer of 1999, a sergeant told us, “You guys have friends that aren’t cops? Make sure you keep it that way.” And […] Read More
Most police officers are familiar with classic simulation scenarios such as a man standing at a door who quickly raises his hands to reveal either a knife, flip phone, wallet, […] Read More
In today’s world of policing, the brave men and women who have taken on this profession have been placed under immense scrutiny and pressure, more than any other time that […] Read More
Our Mission
To serve as a trusted voice of the nation’s law enforcement community, providing informative, entertaining and inspiring content on interesting and engaging topics affecting peace officers today.
Contact us: info@apbweb.com | (800) 234-0056.
July 23, 2021
July 20, 2021
July 19, 2021
July 04, 2021