Since operating within the 24/7 realm is nothing new to the law enforcement profession, it is easy to assume that the toll placed upon personnel is simply the side effect of a stressful job and that fatigue is not a real problem. However, fatigue is a leading cause of impairment on the job—it is four times more likely to cause impairment in the workplace than alcohol and drugs.

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shooting decisions. Learn about key research findings, implications for use-of-force policies, and recommendations for training and tactics to enhance officer decision-making and public safety during high-stress...

While law enforcement has historically been focused on pursuing criminal offenders, communities are increasingly demanding a new approach to policing. Rather than a model of a department separate from the community, acting as a peacekeeping force, communities expect community-oriented policing that emphasizes collaborative relationships between officers and community members to solve local problems.

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examples of citizen advisory boards that proved to be beneficial to administrative functions. A recommended approach to appointing, organizing, and conducting a citizen advisory board is also presented....

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Police recruiting—and staffing in general—is in a prolonged crisis, as documented by a variety of media sources, surveys, and expert panels.

AI's impact on modern police investigations, including predictive policing, facial recognition, and ethical considerations.