Duane Wolfe

In February 2014, Duane Wolfe retired from his career as a Minnesota Peace Officer after more than 25 years of service (beginning in 1988). During his career he served as patrolman, sergeant, S.R.T., Use of Force and Firearms Instructor, and is currently employed by the Parkers Prairie Police Department. He is also a full-time instructor in the Law Enforcement Program at Alexandria Technical College, Alexandria, Minnesota. Duane has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from Bemidji State University, and a Masters Degree in Education from Southwest State University.

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Police health and wellness: 5 myths we must bust
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A new book identifies and provides strategies for dealing with the negative effects of working in law enforcement
3 ways to improve your Terry searches
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Allowing complacency to set in during this common procedure puts you and your partner's life at risk
1 simple strategy for dealing with a driver who refuses to give you their license
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Officers trained in this method indicate they achieve a high level of compliance in a short period of time
How to win a gunfight: 8 tips on proper use of cover
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Proper use of cover is a critical skill when you come under fire. Train to move, train to take cover and train to win
The one simple question that can improve traffic stops
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This approach is sure to make the community, your administrators and supervisors happy
Why your mic placement matters
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The link between you and the rest of the world is your lifeline
Police ambush attacks: 4 strategies for survival
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A recently released study illustrates specific strategies and tactics to greatly improve your chances of winning an ambush
What is your inner voice telling you when you're on scene?
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Recognizing and listening to your internal dialogue can help your situational awareness when responding to specific calls or stops
How to mitigate the dangers of TASER deployment against suspects
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Any officer employing a TASER against an armed subject should be working in tandem with an officer armed with a firearm
16 winter weather tips for on and off-duty cops
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Remember to prepare for the conditions you might find yourself outside in for several hours
10 range habits that can get police officers killed
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Ammo is cheap, lives are expensive — maintain your level of proficiency by regular practice
10 police training takeaways from the St. Cloud mall attack
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Real shootings involve stress, cover, concealment, movement and suspects who sometimes do not stop when we think they should
10 tips to protect yourself from vehicular assault during traffic stops
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Understanding your capabilities, tactics and limitations will prevent you from being the next officer dragged by fleeing suspect
Video: Gun retention techniques and the use of backup weapons
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Pattern your shotgun
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