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In 1989, the introduction of lidar as an alternative to radar for speed enforcement hit many traffic divisions with an avalanche of hype, excitement and confusion. Unfortunately, many of the first-generation lidar units were heavy, bulky and expensive, and before...
Since retiring, I've written five books in the criminal justice field. I'm frequently asked to write articles for police magazines and have politely declined every one until now. Frankly, I hate dealing with amateurs. The premier issue of Law Officer...
This column first appeared on PoliceOne.com. In light of recent threats by gang members to retaliate against peace officers for arrests and shootings, it's wise to keep in mind that offenders who vow revenge should always be taken seriously and...
No one handgun fits every police officer or shooter. Like height and waist size, hand size and individual finger length vary greatly. Hand strength is also inconsistent, so any agency that attempts to buy one gun to fit every member...
We live in an age exploding with new technology. Just a little over a decade ago, most of us in law enforcement were doing our best to adapt to the new marvels of cell phones, laptop computers, e-mail and access...
Last issue, I discussed why police patrol rifles should be standard patrol equipment ("The Long Guns, Part 1," p. 58). This issue I'll address implementation considerations: deployment, training, ammunition selection, weapon selection, sight systems and accessories.
With modern video-based simulation systems, the possibilities are nearly endless, and when used within their limitations, these systems are excellent. But like so many training technologies, they are a dual-edged sword. If used properly and appropriately, they can be a...
Technology is a great thing. Who would have thought 100 years ago that we would be able to send human beings through outer space, communicate over wireless networks and tape record our favorite television shows to view at a later...
If you've used e-mail for any significant amount of time, chances are you've received numerous messages with "interesting" content from friends, co-workers and strangers. Have you ever read any of these?
