What’s with all the gear?
The beginning of policing and the first forms of policing can be debated to some degree; however, most of us would agree that modern-day policing started with Sir Robert Peel […] Read More
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How local police departments can combat cybercrime
I believe that we in law enforcement are in the midst of a cybercrime crisis. With the global economy estimated to lose upward of $10.5 trillion in 2025, there is […] Read More
Training vs. practice: Improve or maintain?
When you go to the range to get some shooting time, do you go to train or practice? The difference may seem subtle, but there is a clear distinction between […] Read More
Reckless elegance
The hidden cost of looking good
Let me say this up front — this article will pinch a few nerves. I can already picture the expressions on some folks from my old agency reading this … […] Read More
Keeping work at work and home at home
The tough job of balancing work and family
Few things are as precarious as the work–life balance in our profession. Police work is a demanding job, sometimes to the point of being all-consuming, and can easily bleed over […] Read More
Critical incidents and waiting woosah
Dave, we got in a fight with some guy and they think he’s gonna die. Homicide detectives want to interview me. Do I need an attorney?” I was at home, […] Read More
