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Singer sues to block patrol car arrest video release

Country star Randy Travis has filed a lawsuit to prevent two state agencies from releasing a video of his drunk driving arrest - Full Story

News

Texas town's policy allows armed city employees

Police Chief Eric Blanchard said it will give employees a better chance at stopping a mass shooting before police are able to arrive on scene - Full Story

Columns

2012 in Review: 12 lasting impressions Doug Wyllie, PoliceOne Editor in Chief - 10-43: Be Advised...

2012 in Review: 12 lasting impressions

To say that this has been a difficult year is an understatement of impossible proportion - Full Story

Columns

2012 in Review: Enough is enough Brian Willis - If I Knew Then...

2012 in Review: Enough is enough

As you reflect on the past 12 months and plan for the upcoming year, ask yourself life’s most powerful question - Full Story

Exclusives

Strip search ruling: Court verdict explained

Strip search ruling: Court verdict explained

In a recent case, Albert Florence claimed jail officials had violated his rights by subjecting him to a strip search. He argued that, as a person arrested for a minor offense, he should not have been required to strip. - Full Story

Exclusives

The ACLU, ECDs, and the erosion of police discretion?

The ACLU, ECDs, and the erosion of police discretion?

Unlike officers who face the volatile realities of life, the ACLU-s safely-ensconced lawyers would rather evaluate TASER use by a less-encumbered and more academic criteria. - Full Story

Photos

Detroit officer charged in shooting death

Detroit officer charged in shooting death

A Detroit police officer was charged Tuesday in the slaying of a 7-year-old girl who was shot during a midnight raid on her home by a special unit that was being shadowed by a reality television show crew. (AP Image)
Flash grenade, gunfire

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Court: It's a citizen's right to videotape

Court: It's a citizen's right to videotape

Arresting someone for videotaping the police is a Constitutional violation, the Massachusetts district court announced Friday. (PoliceOne Image)
Wiretap charge won't hold up

Videos

Toronto cops wrestle man to ground

Police in Toronto have an altercation with a man on the street. The arrest was filmed by a bystander and aired on the news twice.
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