April 2009 Volume 5 Issue 4
Bullethead - Fed Up Fit Cop
- 2009 Apr 1
I go to great lengths to maintain my health and fitness for performance on the job and my overall well-being. I’ve tried to make physical fitness a priority in my department, but my advice often falls on deaf ears. Do you have any advice for how to make physical fitness a bigger priority in an agency?
On Point: Cynical Cop Syndrome
- 2009 Apr 1
In the business of law enforcement, this can happen to you. You can begin to suspect everyone and trust no one . It's a byproduct of the job, but such an attitude can injure your relationships. It's a phenomenon that must be understood and addressed.
Cruiser Corner: Training by Design
- 2009 Apr 1
Building a training plan, whether it's on EVOC or another law enforcement topic, requires a systematic approach to ensure all bases are covered. Program designers need to consider the different learning styles of their students, and define the instructional modality.
Drive to Survive: Inspect Before You Drive
- 2009 Apr 1
A vehicle inspection is as important as your firearm inspection, and by spending a few minutes each day you can increase operational efficiency, reduce repair costs and, most importantly, prevent collisions.
Editor's Note: A time to mourn and a time to train
- 2009 Apr 1
Policing often presents the ultimate challenge when you least expect it, when you’re handling “just” a traffic stop, or performing an activity that has been accomplished flawlessly in the past.
Firearms: Mindset Matters
- 2009 Apr 1
It's impossible to cover every potential life-threatening event, especially because many situations are outside our control. The fact is the individual street cop will have to take their fundamental knowledge and adapt it to the situation they face .
Hot at SHOT, Part 2 of 2
- 2009 Apr 1
The 2009 Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show offered an array of options for law enforcement personnel. In this second part of a two-part series, we present some of the new equipment available for PDs on a budget.
ILEETA 2009: A Preview
- 2009 Apr 1
The International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) will...
In-Car Video: Compelling Evidence
- 2009 Apr 1
These videos provide late-night entertainment for millions of television viewers. They also offer compelling evidence for criminal investigations.
Legal Eagle: Patting Down Passengers
- 2009 Apr 1
Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court decided a case that considered the dangerous realities of police work and citizens' rights not to be subjected to limited, albeit unlawful, searches.
Line of Duty Death Report: Officer Chris Jones
- 2009 Apr 1
Officer Chris Jones of the Middletown Township Police Department in Pennsylvania...
LPR: Advanced Surveillance
- 2009 Apr 1
LPR is opening a new chapter in law enforcement, turning street poles and standard patrol vehicles into advanced surveillance platforms.
Staging Area: Black and White Go Green
- 2009 Apr 1
Some agencies, like the Salt Lake City and New York City police departments are saving money and reducing the "carbon footprint" of their patrol vehicles with one action: the incorporation of hybrid vehicles into their fleets.
Tactics: Going Under
- 2009 Apr 1
In southwest Florida, an undercover narcotics investigator was recently shot by a uniformed police officer, garnering national press coverage. Time and space won't allow me to focus on the factors that led to this particular shooting, but I do want to delve into UC tactics in general.
Train the Traner: 4 Tips for Better Range Training
- 2009 Apr 1
I've spent a lot of time teaching on the range. Working with talented, knowledgeable instructors has allowed me to learn some helpful tricks of the trade. Evaluate each tip in this article, and decide which ones will work with your training.
This Month's Law Officer
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Reload Strips
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.In Memoriam
Arrests in Killing of Las Vegas Officer
"His death is considered to be in the line of duty, since he pulled his weapon," Officer Barbara Morgan said.Bullethead
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