Training

I Learned About Policing From That: Training Takes Over

A wise man once said to me, "Train the way you want to fight because you will fight the way you train."

Posted Wednesday, November 30, 2005

Firearms Training

There is nothing wrong with making training worthwhile and fun; it may spur the in-service officer to visit the range.

Posted Wednesday, November 30, 2005

Reality Based Training: Do No Harm

Far too many tragedies have resulted from a lack of knowledge or understanding of either equipment or procedures.

Posted Wednesday, November 30, 2005

The 4th Amendment & Deadly Force

The fact-specific nature of whether an officer’s use of force is unreasonable or excessive depends on the totality of the circumstances surrounding the encounter.

Posted Tuesday, November 29, 2005

Agency Profile: The Miami-Dade Police Department

Miami-Dade County, Fla., is one of the most popular areas in the world for vacations and retirement. Policing such an area, however, can pose a real challenge.

Posted Friday, September 30, 2005

Reality Based Training: Video Simulators

The problem with most video-based systems doesn't reside in the hardware but rather in the lardware the guy whose butt is glued to the chair, operating the machine.

Posted Thursday, September 29, 2005

Department vs. Taser

An Illinois department challenges Taser International’s safety claims.

Posted Thursday, September 29, 2005

Combat Verbalization

There is a time to talk and a time to shoot; your survival depends on your ability to recognize which option to use.

Posted Sunday, July 31, 2005

In Service!

Welcome to Law Officer. We're honored you've joined us. We'll focus on what we call the three T's: tactics, technology and training.

Posted Sunday, July 31, 2005

It's Not Over

Strategies you can implement regardless of your rank, experience or location to better prepare for and protect yourself and your community against terrorist activity.

Posted Sunday, July 31, 2005