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The old federal courthouse at 40 Centre Street in New York is see on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009. Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the professed mastermind of 9/11, and four of his alleged henchmen are headed for a federal civilian trial in New York; five others, including a top suspect in the bombing of the USS Cole, will be tried by a military commission. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

9/11 Trial Security Threats

Already, the U.S. marshals are promising the highest security possible — an acknowledgement of how dangerous terrorism suspects have been in the past.

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Laser Threats to Aircraft

The threat to aircraft by ground laser pointers has increased in recent years. Although there's no central database that records these incidents, agencies sharing information have all seen the numbers rising.

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.

The Portrait of Sgt. Grey

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

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

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.

Law Enforcement Videos

Citizens Raise Money for K9

People in Weare are raising money to help treat a police K-9 recently diagnosed with cancer.

Phila. Commissioner Discusses Rogue Officers

It is shocking and disheartening when a police officer turns into a criminal.

Dallas Officer's Widow Speaks

The widow of a Dallas police officer is talking publicly for the first time since his death.

IACP 2008 Videos

Interview with J.P. Molnar

Law Officer magazine Associate Editor Lindsay Schaffhausen interviews "Cruiser Corner" contributor J.P. Molnar at the 2008 Technology Exposition of the International Association of Chiefs of Police in San Diego, CA.

Interview with Law Officer Columnist R.K. Miller

Law Officer magazine Associate Editor Lindsay Schaffhausen interviews Law Officer "Train the Trainer" columnist R.K. Miller at the 2008 Technology Exposition of the International Association of Chiefs of Police in San Diego, CA.

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Reload Strips

Paul Laska

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

Bullethead: Rejection Detection

Bullethead

Be honest with yourself about the reasons why departments may be turning you down, over and over again.