September 2023

President’s Message: Open Dialogue Can Spark Innovative Solutions

To continue evolving as a society, all professions must constantly stay on the cutting edge of their respective industries. Law enforcement is no different, especially given our significant role on th...

Index to Advertisers

Ad Index: September 2023

The advertisers in this issue can help equip your department with the most efficient tools available today! Always mention Police Chief when contacting our advertisers....

IACP@Work

IACP@Work: Law Enforcement Family Wellness in Times of Challenge

Officer safety and wellness profoundly impact officers’ ability to engage positively with their communities, families, and support systems. When officers are safe and well, and their personal and fa...

Traffic Safety Initiatives

Traffic Safety Initiatives: Age-Related Roadway Risks

Getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage. It symbolizes the transition from adolescence to adulthood and newfound freedom. Many feel that a sense of freedom might be at risk as their bodies a...

Exposition

Exposition: September 2023

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

Informer

Informer: September 2023

Research abounds on topics related to law enforcement and criminal justice, and it can be difficult to sift through it all. Informer breaks down three studies for law enforcement leaders to help keep ...

Technology

Inside the FBI/CJIS: Equipping Officers with Critical Information

In the summer of 2022, a man shot and killed a police officer during a traffic encounter. The subject’s criminal history included violent crimes such as endangering police officers, assaults, and st...

Perspectives

Perspectives: September 2023

Innovation is the lifeblood of public safety. It is essential for police departments to be ingenious in order to keep their communities safe. The Falls Church, Virginia, Police Department is committed...