Has anyone lied to you today? Okay, better question: is there anyone who hasn't? (iStockphoto)

Liars: Masters of Deception

New studies show that officers are no better than the average college student in their ability to spot a liar. An officer's confidence in his/her deception abilities is frequently based on false perceptions on deceptive behavior; and this confidence may actually impede his/her investigation. Read More »

From the Editor

Those Who Cannot Learn from History

Tim Dees

The danger of lowering the bar

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Are We Prepared?

Post-9/11, you must be prepared for any threat and know what to do for victims—and yourself, if you’re exposed. This supplement, sponsored by Meridian Medical Technologies, contains must-read information on nerve agents, mustard gas, cyanide and radiation.

Bullethead

Bullethead: Should Suicide Attempt Cost Cop His Job?

Bullethead

The FOP damn sure should get involved in personnel matters—that's their job, along with securing pay and benefits.

Officer Down

Sgt. Timothy Simpson

20-year veteran Philadelphia Police Sgt. Simpson was struck and killed by an alleged drunk driver as he was responding to a robbery. 

True Blue

Trapped While Wearing the Badge

Despite my frantic efforts, the truck slammed into the passenger-side door of my patrol car. 
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