Investigators need to focus on what’s most important—allowing the officer to tell their story
3 Considerations When Taking Officer Use of Force Statements
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Category: Law Enforcement
Proper Arrest Defeats Claims for Malicious Prosecution and Retaliation
He photographed an undercover sting; the officers arrested him for valid charges, the court finds
Realistic Law Enforcement De-Escalation: Legitimacy and Force
Balancing priorities during a force encounter is never easy and requires training
Lack of Written Policy Invalidates Vehicle Inventory Searches
This case illustrates how a proper, written policy can preserve evidence and protect officers
Revoked Driver License Showing on Vehicle Registration Leads to Valid Stop
For two justices, this case was determined by whether the license was revoked or merely suspended
Admission of Drugs Supports Reasonable Extension of Traffic Stop
By following the rules and his hunches on a traffic stop, a trooper’s discovery of contraband is deemed legal
Understanding and Preventing Ransomware Attacks Against Public Safety
Your organization may be a bigger target than you realize
Preventing Law Enforcement Suicide: We Need to Do Better
Real change requires the commitment of agency administrators
Truth, Lies and Video: Reassessing the Brady/Giglio Rule in the Era of Video Evidence
Video evidence can expose officer dishonesty, creating a duty to disclose
Distracted to Death: Thoughts on Managing Distractions in Public Safety
Public safety jobs require focus and attention. What are you doing to manage the danger of being distracted?
Communicating Through COVID-19: 6 Tips for Public Safety Social Media Outreach
Spread awareness, create community and provide factual, reassuring information
First Responders Needed for COVID-19 Clinical Trial
Study will assess whether hydroxychloroquine can help in preventing or treating COVID-19 disease