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From the Supreme Court on down to the county courthouse, police law and decisions affecting law enforcement change on a daily basis. The Legal topic page on PoliceOne is a must-read for any officer, at any agency, who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest news. Every trial, verdict, and court decision that has to do with cops will be covered on this page, which also features expert analysis.
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Colo. governor blocks killer's execution, faces criticism

Colo. governor blocks killer's execution, faces criticism

The decision to block the execution of convicted killer Nathan Dunlap by the Governor is being called 'cowardly' by critics - Full Story

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Defense releases photos, texts of Trayvon Martin

George Zimmerman's defense attorneys released photos of Martin blowing smoke and giving his middle finger to the camera - Full Story

Columns

Making the case for police training programs Ken Hardesty - Excellence in Training

Making the case for police training programs

Following the outcome of this case, Denver Police Department rapidly became — and continues to be — a model agency for both simulation training as well as live-fire perishable-skills training - Full Story

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PTSD and police: Hiring and retaining war veterans in our ranks

PTSD and police: Hiring and retaining war veterans in our ranks

Ensure that your PD doesn’t fall prey to sensationalist and politicized reporting on PTSD by anti-war media, which otherwise may influence hiring decisions in risk-averse departments. - Full Story

Exclusives

Nonconsensual blood draws ruled unconstitutional

Nonconsensual blood draws ruled unconstitutional

The U.S. Supreme Court says that obtaining involuntary specimens for blood alcohol testing without a search warrant is an unreasonable seizure in violation of the Fourth Amendment. - Full Story

Videos

P1 Weekly Update for 03/29/13

Dave Smith talks about the Supreme Court's ruling on drug-sniffing K-9s, the kidnapped NJ teen who saved herself by crashing into a cruiser and the Fla. cop who wrestled a 7-foot alligator away from school property.

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'Cannibal' cop wanted 'girl meat' for Thanksgiving

'Cannibal' cop wanted 'girl meat' for Thanksgiving

NYPD Officer Gilberto Valle, right, is charged with plotting to kidnap, torture, cook and eat at least 100 women, and had discussed having "girl meat" for Thanksgiving.
(AP Photo) A holiday meal

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Court to decide on collection of DNA

Court to decide on collection of DNA

The Supreme Court will decide whether it's legal for police to collect DNA samples from people under arrest, a case that could have nationwide implications. (AP Image)
Warrantless collection in question



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