Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs
The Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs topic gives police leadership news and information to help them lead their troops. This topic also gives the patrol officer an avenue to prepare themselves for a rise through the ranks.
As law enforcement agencies face a dual crisis of attracting new recruits and retaining seasoned officers, the sharing of real-world experiences and strategies is vital
If you spend most of your day putting out spot fires, you are not setting the course for your agency — here’s how to balance crisis management with long-term planning
If you want to build strong, trusting relationships with your officers, you need to master empathy, adaptability and integrity
Syracuse Police Chief Joe Cecile stated that people who knew the shooter said he harbored grudges against law enforcement after he was arrested for DUI in 2014
The Albany PD officer was pursuing a speeding vehicle when the driver got out and immediately fired several shots at the officer, hitting him in the leg
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“I look forward to working with Minnesota State Patrol staff and allied agencies who work so hard to keep residents safe on Minnesota roadways,” Interim Col. Christina Bogojevic said
Join law enforcement experts and seasoned journalists on April 23 for an invaluable discussion on crisis management and media relations
Researchers shed light on the intricacies of law enforcement behavior and morale in the wake of significant societal and legal shifts
Explore strategies to address small issues within police teams before they escalate, promoting a culture of accountability and efficiency
Chief William Anthony Anderson Sr. had served with the Northeast Mississippi Community College Campus Police for almost 10 years and had served in law enforcement for a total of 24 years
A jury ruled that Officer Toni McBride was not treated unfairly by the department; McBride had alleged her career was threatened if she did not remove certain social media posts
Mike Lawson leads the charge in bolstering officer support, outlining initiatives for peer support, resilience groups, wellness hours and mental health check-ins
Chief Todd Raybuck, who was accused of mocking Asian people on multiple occasions, denies all allegations of discrimination; the settlement does not carry an acknowledgment of guilt or liability
Nearly 200 homicides occurred in 2023, up from 151 in 2019; the new plan will utilize police and community collaboration, a larger volume of social services and a concept called “focused deterrence” to reduce crime
Christopher Burbank worked as a Thurston County Sheriff’s Office deputy for two days before he resigned due to the “negative community response and death threats”
Herndon Police Chief Maggie DeBoard expressed displeasure after the academy director signed his name on officers’ graduation certificates using Chinese characters
“My policy is always [that] we don’t go home until we have someone in handcuffs or a name and someone we can sign a warrant on,” Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch stated
Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony fired and criminally charged two deputies after they were cleared of wrongdoing by the department’s Professional Standards Committee, allegedly calling them “bad cops” in a campaign ad
The journey to effective leadership in policing through experience, mentorship and continuous learning
Acknowledging one’s limitations is not a sign of weakness but a stepping stone to becoming an effective leader
The question of who can or should censor law enforcement trainers leads us down a dangerous path
We know women can bring unique qualities and life experiences to this work. So, how do we get more women to understand how well-suited they are for policing?
New technologies will revolutionize how we do our jobs
We are at the dawn of a new era for law enforcement, fueled by the responsible use of artificial intelligence
The awards recognize trailblazers and leaders in policing who have extraordinarily impacted the profession
Anthony “Chachi” Paparo claimed he was fired because he was white and that his reputation and job prospects were damaged by the publicity surrounding his termination
Exploring proactive strategies for mental health and wellness within the law enforcement community with Chief Dave Norris and Chaplain Jared Altic
“Train patrol remains a cornerstone of subway policing,” wrote Transit Bureau chief Michael Kemper. “The sense of comfort that comes with seeing a cop during your subway journey is invaluable”
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