July 2021

President’s Message: The Nuances of Crowd Management & Response

July’s Police Chief magazine issue is dedicated to the timely and relevant topic of crowd management, taking an in-depth look at response, tactics, and safety of officers, event participants, and by...

Policy

OPP Public Order and Crowd Management

The past several years have seen a surge in mass civil disobedience throughout North America. Multijurisdictional demonstrations continue to occur on a regular basis, with concerns around politics, e...

Spotlight

Spotlight: Reinforcing Safe Driving to Boost Community Trust

Have you ever pulled over an individual for driving correctly? Although it may seem unconventional, the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) has implemented an award program that encourages law enforceme...

Community-Police Engagement

Event and Crisis Communications

Police are charged with planning for major events and ensuring they’re carried out safely, from small community festivals to events with hundreds of thousands in attendance. The Kansas City Missour...

Technology

2021 IACP Technology Conference Recap

THE IACP TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE returned once again in an online format, offering triple the amount of educational content available in 2020. The three-day virtual event took place May 17–19, 2021, a...

Focus on Officer Wellness

Focus On Officer Wellness: Five Things to Remember for Police Morale

2020 has been coined by many to be the worst year that has affected those alive today. Put it through the lens of police work, and the stress has been overwhelming. Covid and the death of George Floyd...

Exposition

Exposition – July 2021

Stay up to date on new products and advances in technology to ensure your officers are equipped with the tools they need....

Traffic Safety Initiatives

Traffic Safety Initiatives: What to Do and Expect When Pulled Over by Police

In January 2021, the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA), in partnership with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and the National Organization of Black L...