PoliceOne Member News: Week 375

PoliceOne Member News: Week 375 - March 5, 2008

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Week 375
March 5, 2008

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Featured Column:
Beware the "one device fits all" policy in use-of-force continuum

	By Sgt. Ozzie Holshouser, Special to PoliceOne
	The past 20 years have provided a number of changes and additions in use-of-force options for law enforcement personnel. Most of the changes and additions are because of departments wisely seeking alternatives for use-of-force options in a litigious society. But some of it may be a result of "dumbing down" personnel and a heavy reliance on the tools, not the hands ... Full Story
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PoliceOne Training Tip

Cheap way to safely transport needles

Lt. Rafael Aguirre
Roma (TX) PD

Ever run into a perp who carries used syringes in his or her pocket or car? This presents the problem of how to safely transport the needles from the traffic stop (or other point of contact) to a safe disposal container.

In today's P1 tactical tip, a member offers a simple solution for transporting needles that is safer than a plastic bag and is probably already in your cruiser ... Full Tip

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Featured News:

Jury acquits man who
shot cops with Uzi

NEW YORK — A convicted gunman charged with firing an Uzi assault rifle at two police officers outside a nightclub was acquitted yesterday of first-degree attempted murder and assault.

Jurors found Damian Henry, 26, guilty of criminal possession of a weapon but were not convinced of the more serious charges ... Full Story

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News and Announcements

Press Release:
San Diego Harbor Police Deploy BIO-key® Automated Vehicle Location System
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Ky. officials seize 1,200 lbs. of marijuana
[Lexington, KY]

Ariz. universities to arm police with assault rifles
[Phoenix, AZ]

N.C. man arrested with law enforcement equipment
[Charlotte, NC]

Ga. K-9 officer receives national recognition
[Sandy Springs, GA]

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