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Arrests and Investigatory Stops
Law enforcement officers must understand their powers, duties, and responsibilities when interacting with members of the public. The range and goals of possible interactions can…
Body-Worn Cameras
Body-worn cameras provide officers with a reliable and compact tool to systematically and automatically record their field observations and encounters. They can be used for…
Standards of Conduct
Law enforcement officers must accept and abide by a high ethical and moral standard that is consistent with the rule of law they are sworn…
Retaliatory Conduct by Employees
Law enforcement agencies should prohibit retaliatory conduct against or interference with an employee who reports, assists, or seeks to report breaches of department policy, procedures…
Investigation of Officer Use of Deadly Force
The accuracy and professionalism of investigations of incidents involving officer use of deadly force can have a significant impact on involved officers, their respective agencies…
Grievance Procedures
Every employee has the right to be treated fairly in matters arising from employment and have the opportunity to be heard fully any time his…
Electronic Control Weapons
Police officers should use only the force that is objectively reasonable to effectively bring an incident under control, while protecting the safety of the officer…
Sexual Assault Incident Reports: Investigative Strategies
These guidelines and interview strategies are based upon national best practices regarding sexual assault incident investigations and were developed in collaboration with local, state, and…
Steps to Building Trust
This list serves as a resource for law enforcement and community stakeholders. Each section provides tips to promote communication, partnership, and transparency between law enforcement…
Effective Response to Reports of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, and Stalking
This infographic presents critical context to assist law enforcement agencies to address and prevent gender bias in responses to gender-based violence.
The Oath of Honor
The IACP Oath of Honor punctuates the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect and ensuring the preservation of human life. This important…
Trust Initiative Report
Report and recommendations from the Trust Initiative Advisory Board meeting and four listening sessions held throughout the U.S. during 2018.
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