Mass Casualty Attacks
LEWISTON, MAINE - OCTOBER 27: Law enforcement officials gather at the Lewiston High School as they continue a manhunt for suspect Robert Card following a mass shooting on October 27, 2023 in Lewiston, Maine. Police are actively searching for a suspect, Army reservist Robert Card, who allegedly killed 18 people in a mass shooting at a bowling alley and restaurant in Lewiston, Maine.
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The terrorism threat landscape continues to evolve since al Qaeda’s attacks on September 11, 2001. Since 9/11, violent extremists repeatedly adapted to counterterrorism pressure as law enforcement a...
Criminal Justice Reform
A woman suffering from depression or domestic abuse sat on the stairs of her home hiding her face.
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Human trafficking remains a pervasive and complex global issue, with millions of individuals exploited each year for labor, sex, and other forms of exploitation. In response to this crisis, stakeholde...
The Brief
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Community trust is vital to effective policing and supporting the well-being of both police officers and the community members they serve. This trust can help foster a safe and cooperative environment...
Recruitment & Personnel
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While studies on the impact of police training are few and inconclusive, the existing research and literature generally acknowledges the training is not always consistent with the role officers perfor...
IACP
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On October 19–22, 2024, more than 18,000 law enforcement professionals, vendors, and family members attended IACP 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. Those at the event attended workshops on best practic...
Research in Brief
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The challenge of bringing about substantial organizational change in policing extends beyond reform. Police chiefs are tasked with guiding their agencies through various dynamics, including shifts in ...
Focus on Officer Wellness
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Police officers face numerous challenges that extend beyond the immediate physical dangers of their jobs. One of the less visible yet profoundly impactful risks is traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), inc...
Chief's Counsel
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The past year, 2024, has seen the U.S. Supreme Court issue several decisions of importance to police leaders—not just as police officers but as employers and government employees. And there is more ...