December 2005
More than 14,000 attended the 112th Annual IACP Conference in Miami Beach in September. The membership approved 23 resolutions. Cover photographs by David Hathcox.©
Articles
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An Analytic Approach to Investigations
Modern police work is challenging. Criminals have access to advanced technology and methodologies to make them better able to plan and commit crimes. To match the pace of criminal activity, law enforc... -
The Street Gangs of Tucson
The foremost problem every city faces with regard to gangs is accepting that a problem existed. Once the gang denial hurdle is overcome, police can put a strategic plan in place. In 1994 Tucson offici... -
Juvenile Holdover Programs: Helping to Solve Community Problems
Recent efforts, such as the establishment of a minimum drinking age and the enactment of zero-tolerance laws, have helped contribute to the decrease in fatal alcohol crashes. But enforcement of these ... -
Understanding the Psychology of Child Molesters: A Key to Getting Confessions
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Obtaining Excess Department of Defense Equipment
Through the authority of the National Defense Authorization Act's 1033 program, LESO has transferred more than 8 million items, from office equipment to aircraft, and vehicles worth more $633 million ... -
Overcoming Lateral Transfer Training Issues
In a North Carolina study, the second most common reason officers gave for terminating employment with their current department was a lateral transfer to another law enforcement agency. Historically, ... -
Responder Knowledge Base: First Stop for Equipment Information
Where do law enforcement professionals look for reliable information on equipment? Decisions involving the acquisition of equipment affect not only operational effectiveness but also the morale of off...
Columns
- President’s Message: Diversity on the Force
- Legislative Alert: Congress Approves Commerce-Justice-State Appropriations Bill; State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance Programs Slashed
- Chief’s Counsel: Responding to Gun Possession Reports
- Highway Safety Initiatives: California's Traffic Safety Philosophy
- Advances & Applications: December 2005
- IACP News: December 2005
- Product Update: December 2005