Everything you wear and carry on duty—even under your uniform—must project neutrality, integrity and professionalism.
What Not to Wear: Police Officer Professional Appearance Is Much More Than a Uniform
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Officer Safety Must Never Become Cliché: Reclaiming What We Mean When We Say, “Be Safe”
[vc_section css=".vc_custom_1540328728009{padding-top: 3em !important;padding-bottom: 3em !important;}" el_class="container"][vc_column width="2/3"]Across the country, it is common to hear officers say “be safe” or “stay safe” to one another. Sadly, sometimes these...
The Objective Reasonableness Standard: Glancing in the Mirror Before Criticizing Graham v. Connor
[vc_section css="vc_custom_1525482743015{padding-bottom: 3em !important;}" el_class="container"]Almost 27 years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court decided Graham v. Connor and established that claims of excessive force by law enforcement officers should be judged under an...
Calling for Backup: Changing Law Enforcement Culture So Officers Are Not Afraid to Ask for Help
[vc_section css="vc_custom_1525482743015{padding-bottom: 3em !important;}" el_class="container"]Send me another unit 10-33 Requesting backup Signal 00 Roll cover Officer needs assistance Officer needs help Chances are, you have uttered at least one of these phrases...
Fools Rush In: Managing Officer Jeopardy
[vc_section css="vc_custom_1525482743015{padding-bottom: 3em !important;}" el_class="container"]Editor's note: This article was originally published LawOfficer.com on Jan. 27, 2016. A song? A romantic comedy? A line from a 1700s poem? Yes, and a not-so-gentle reminder...