There is no doubt that an officer pointing a gun at a person is a use of force
No Liability for Pointing Guns at Suspected Armed Robbers
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Category: Law Enforcement
Talk Nice, Just Talk Nice!
The court’s decision makes sense and does little more than follow established law
When It Comes to Reputation, Perception Is Reality
We must be aware of how others are viewing our actions
How Many Funerals Does It Take? Preventing Tragedy in Public Safety
Watching out for each other is a big part of the job
Financial Success in Law Enforcement
Pay now, play later
The Wicked Flee Where No Man Pursueth
The trial court found Medearis knowingly and voluntarily (and colorfully) waived his Miranda rights
When the Right to Counsel Kicks In
What could the investigator have done differently to obtain the conviction?
Collect All Evidence, Let the Lawyers Sort It Out
Let the courts figure out what is and is not admissible
Jacket Tossed Onto (Not Into) a Garbage Can Was Not Abandoned
Perhaps the outcome would have been different if Ramirez had tossed the jacket into the trash can
Careful Questions Piece Together Reasonable Suspicion
“Reasonable suspicion requires only that the officer have ‘a moderate chance’ of finding evidence of illegality”
Reputation: Your Greatest Asset and Your Biggest Liability
A selection of quotes that demonstrate the power of reputation
The Impact of Personality on Performance
Our traits can affect how we react to stress and changing work conditions