Legal
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Many people are afraid of public speaking; experts call it glossophobia and will point to numerous studies showing it is more prevalent than fears of death, spiders, or heights. Sometimes that fear...
Mass Casualty Attacks
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Society has seen tragedy and crisis strike too many times over the last few years. Wildfires, hurricanes, tornados, and mass casualty events stemming from gun violence have seemed to plague the United...
Ethics
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In a democratic society, law enforcement must simultaneously deliver services in a fair, unbiased, constitutional, and legal manner, and deliver services effectively. To do both of these things is ver...
Sponsor Article
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How many agencies allow officers onto the streets without their first graduating from the academy? How many hours does your department require new officers to work with a field training officer before...
Community-Police Engagement
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In today’s ever-changing landscape, police chiefs are confronted with numerous challenges that demand effective leadership and a commitment to accountability. By drawing lessons from a range of situ...
Officer Safety & Wellness
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Respiratory illness season is approaching in the Northern Hemisphere. COVID-19 cases are rising. The flu season has been moderately active in the Southern Hemisphere, and it won’t be long before it ...
President's Message
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As I reflect on the past year serving our profession as your IACP president, I think back to the Awards Banquet at the Dallas, Texas, Conference in October 2022 when I was sworn in. I have often refle...
Education & Training
State Trooper waves at bystander as he walks in the Traverse City National Cherry Festival Parade
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There is a growing concern about an erosion of trust in society today. Trust is a fundamental component of social and economic interactions, and diminished trust can have significant consequences for ...