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Policing has a long and storied history, but as any textbook can tell you, it is also constantly evolving.
Sometimes the evolution of policing is catalyzed by a particularly innovative idea. Being ...
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An intense career with family and community obligations are the stuff of modern life, and, at times, it can be overwhelming to tackle one more thing—achieving a healthier body and mind. Many law enf...
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At approximately 12:40 a.m. on July 20, 2012, members of the Aurora, Colorado, Police Department responded to the local Century 16 theater following the largest mass shooting in Colorado’s history. ...
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One of my main objectives as a chief, and one of the top priorities of any law enforcement leader, is to provide a safe environment for our law enforcement officers who are tasked with engaging in a r...
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Two police officers from neighboring agencies notified dispatchers that they were responding to a “shots fired” call, before their cruisers collided at an intersection. One officer lost her...
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Life offers few opportunities equal to serving as a law enforcement officer. However, there is a tremendous cost to this choice, and the cost is stress. Among the many distinctive stressors associated...
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The world is a dangerous place for police officers. That statement has always been true, and it comes as no surprise to police officers and police executives. Most community members would agree with t...
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Policing in the United States has changed over time, and police officers are facing constant challenges in their profession. In particular, recent incidents involving harm to community residents by po...
