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It doesn't matter if you're leading from the position of chief of police or FTO. You're impacting the culture of the organization. (iStock photo)
The Portrait of Sgt. Grey
- 2009 Nov 16
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Reload Strips
- 2009 Nov 18
It’s almost universal that an officer carries two reloads on the uniform. Most officers will have spare ammo in their briefcase, jump bag and, if they have a take-home car, in the trunk.
The Portrait of Sgt. Grey
- 2009 Nov 16
Leadership happens at all levels of any organization. Often, it is certain members of the rank and file who hold sway & set the tone.
Police & Prosecutors Share a Common Bond
- 2009 Nov 13
Both are exposed to the worst side of life—daily. One assistant state’s attorney encourages officers to have immediate contact with the prosecutor working a case.
Know the Enemy & Know Yourself
- 2009 Nov 11
Chinese General Sun Tzu wrote the Art of War on battlefield strategy and tactics. Learn how you can apply his lessons on the means streets of America today.
Heroic Cynicism
- 2009 Nov 9
Cynicism has gotten a bad wrap in modern times. Great warriors through the ages have always been Heroic Cynics … and Tactical Skeptics. Read about the street survival mind set of Tactical Skepticism and the Heroic Cynicism needed to thrive in post-modern policing.
Active Shooters & Getting the Word Out
- 2009 Nov 6
Law Officer Senior Editor Crawford Coates considers the Ft. Hood tragedy, the role of police in active shooter incidents and the tension between getting the facts out and getting them right.
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Crime Analysis
- 2009 Nov 1
Crime analysts help investigators identify crime patterns, suspects & much more. By working closely with an analyst, investigators can more efficiently conduct investigations.
Slide Safeties & Disconnects
- 2009 Nov 1
Facility conducts hostile environment training & counter-action. Prevail where the conditions are definitely not in your favor.
Tactics: Tactical Talk
- 2009 Nov 1
Dave Grossi considers methods for how to most effectively conduct street interviews with the under-20 set.
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Police & Prosecutors Share a Common Bond
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