November 2008

President’s Message: Challenges and Opportunities in the Year Ahead

It was only about six months ago that many of us thought this moment was but a dream that might never be fulfilled. I know that it was through your courage, your prayers, and your efforts that we are ...

U.S. Supreme Court Diminishes Effect of Arrests That Violate State Procedural Rules

lmost every state limits police authority to arrest, especially without warrants&emdash;even when the officers have probable cause. Some of these statutory limitations are complicated, allowing arrest...

Product Update

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Rethinking Police Training

During the 2008 midyear meeting of the IACP Education and Training Committee, significant discussion took place on the status of police training in the United States. Committee chair Ed Flynn, chief o...