Two of the most difficult moments in an investigator’s career revolves around knowing when to calling it quits. The first concerns retirement, knowing when to walk away from a career that has probably consumed most of your adult life. That is a personal decision I will not attempt to answer. The second involves knowing when […]
Mar 11 2018
It’s Time for a Change, but by Whom?
Law Enforcement officers continuously face an audience that is less than supportive, and many believe that it is time for a change. The question, here, is, “Who changes?” Many believe that it should be Law Enforcement, but that is not necessarily the case. Anti-Law Enforcement sentiment is not new. It is a recurring theme in […]
Mar 3 2018
Failure Is Always a Matter of Leadership
Due to the recent events in Florida, many are asking “Who is at fault?” Whether you are talking about tips that were not followed up on, calls to the home that went nowhere or even officers who did not act the answer is always the same – the person at the top. There are two […]
Mar 1 2018
Immunity for Police Officers?
Lawsuits are a given anytime a law enforcement officer is involved in a use of force. Lawyers line up to get the family financial gain after losing a loved one and fill their coffers at the same time. One reason these lawsuits are so prevalent has nothing to do with the guilt of the officers […]
Feb 27 2018
Last Minute Physical Readiness Test Preparation
Laziness is a particular burden that can affect anyone, even military members. However, for sailors in the United States Navy, becoming lazy carries the negative side-effect of procrastinating on their Physical Readiness Test (PRT) preparations. While it’s true that many sailors hate the PRT, and that it isn’t particularly hard to pass or prepare for […]
Feb 22 2018
A Different Kind of Dangerous
2017 has come to an end and as is the norm police line of duty death statistics are being compiled. Soon headlines will report the number of officers killed, injured or assaulted while protecting their communities. Unfortunately, there will also be those who wish to diminish those loses by pointing out that statistically, law enforcement […]
Feb 14 2018
Chicago’s New Taser Policy a Shock to Officers
Chicago has once again lead the nation in homicides and shootings but instead of giving officers additional tools to protect themselves and citizens a new policy all but strips their ability to use Tasers. Now the administration is faced with an unfair labor lawsuit by the union representing those officers and a violent start to […]
Feb 7 2018
Best Police Movies
Winter is here and although I may have chores or errands that require me to go outside I would much prefer sitting by the wood stove and enjoying a good movie. If you are looking for your own excuse to avoid the wind and show let me help you find a good cop film to […]
Jan 5 2018
About Face on Cameras: Now the Left Is Claiming Body Cams Are a Threat to Civil Rights
One of the biggest changes that resulted from the numerous protests and riots following Ferguson was the advancements in the use of body cameras by police. Many departments were already using the technology prior to that, but at least as many were not- primarily due to cost and technology requirements for backup. But the left […]
Jan 3 2018
The Appreciation of New Sights and Life
One of the coolest aspects of being in the military is viewing unique sights. Regardless of what branch of the military a person joins they’ll be able to witness events that regular civilians will seldom see. While it’s true that eventually, these events become a regular part of life as their careers progress, there will […]
