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- Do Police Officers Take it to the Extreme with Vehicle Profiling?Do police officer's discriminate against the car you drive, or the color of your vehicle?
- Rookie Police Officer Murdered During Suspect ProcessingMobile remembers slain Officer Steven Green and reviews its suspect intake procedures.
- Police Deaths on the RiseA rise in police deaths. What is behind this troubling trend?
- Disparate Police Use Marks Occupy BreakupsOccupy camps have been broken up with anywhere from 15 police officers to more than a thousand.
- Ohio Police Officer Charged with Voyeurism, Defecating in PublicCincinnati area police officer Justin Lunsford was arrested for defecating in public and voyeurism, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. The Hamilton officer resigned to prevent possible disciplinary action and an investigation into his actions.
- Cincinnati Police Officer Convicted in Drug Sting CaseCincinnati police officer Alvin Triggs was convicted on crimes relating to aiding a suspected drug dealer. Triggs resigned after admitting he used a department computer to trace a license plate for the accused drug dealer. Triggs dated the man's sister.
- Surviving a Traffic StopBeing pulled over by a police officer can be a stressful experience. Although life is full of such experiences, unlike many other stressful experiences, a traffic stop has the potential to end in a loss of money, liberty or even life.
- Occupy Wall Street Engaged in 'Doxing' of Police OfficersWhile engaged in the more traditional forms of violence against members of the police, some Occupy Wall Street protestors are engaging in tactics they sound awfully a lot like cyber-bullying against law enforcement officers.
- What Authority is Allowed to Off-Duty Police Officers?Debate may rage about what authority a police officer has while not on-duty, read on to find out if what you have heard is true.
- Can a Police Officer Sue a Person?Police officers can sue anyone that civilly wrongs them just like any private citizen can. Police officers do not relinquish their civil protections, can and do sue people that commit torts against them all the time.
- 36 New Police Officers, Historic Tax Hike on Tap with Temple Charter ElectionAs crime isn't likely to rank high on many Temple residents' critical issue list, a Nov. 8 ballot initiative seeks to add new police officers and likely the city's highest tax increase is problematic on multiple fronts.
Is it Possible to Sue a Police Officer?Can a police officer be sued in civil court? The answer is usually "no". It is very difficult to sue a cop even if the cop has made a huge and obvious mistake which caused suffering to another party. Cops generally are protected from personal lawsuits.
Pros and Cons of Becoming a Police OfficerAre you considering a career as a police officer? Here are some pros and cons of a career in law enforcement.
Gangbanger Police Officers Who Murdered Kelly Thomas Are SentencedAs a result of an investigation by the Orange County District Attorney, police officers involved in the fatal beating of a homeless man are sentenced.- Bribery in the Criminal Justice FieldBribery is a form of corruption that does take place throughout the criminal justice system. Police officers seem to be the ones that are most noted for taking bribes. Taking bribes of any form can effect how police officers do his or her job.
Advice for New Police OfficersThere are many things to consider when deciding to become a Police Officer. Here are a few tips for new graduates for becoming a good seasoned officer.- Mayor Bloomberg Excludes Firefighters and Police Officers from 9/11 MemorialCNN reported that first responders are not being invited to the 9/11 memorial. Mayor Bloomberg's office confirms the report saying "there isn't room for them."
- A Convenient Store Worker's Job is More Dangerous Than a Police Officer's Job!The convenient store worker is not armed or trained in serious incidents like police officers are. However, this does not make the police officer's job less dangerous.
- Mentally Handicapped Man Tased by Police Officer in Prescott, ArizonaAfter complying with police officers directions,mentally handicapped man tased in Prescott Arizona.
The Real Face Behind the BadgeThis article attempts to show the true individual behind the badge, and the parallel between normal everyday people and police officers.......they are one in the same.- How to Prepare for the Written Police Officer ExamPolice departments around the United States use a written Police Officer Exam as one method of selecting new police officers for the force. All aspiring police officers should learn how to prepare for this important law enforcement hiring test.
- Are Police Officers Exempt from Cellphones Laws?Many states across America have handsfree driving laws that restrict the use of cellphones without hands free headsets. The law applies to all citizens including our police officers, are the exempt from obeying these laws?
- International Police Development: Online Knowledge Assets for Police ProfessionalsThis knowledge asset provides online resources for planning and implementing international police development and assistance projects. It is intended to serve as an easily accessible job aid for the international police professional.
- Police Officers Face Disrespect with CivilityWhat it is like sitting in the passenger seat of a squad car. An opportunity to see things as a police officer does.
- Police Brutality Vs. Police Protection: Contrasting OutcomesNot too often citizens recognize and speak of the little good that police officers do; this article hails the Stafford police officer driving Unit 2019 on June 29, 2011, at 9:15AM
- Jobs for Retired Police Officers: Tips for Working at HomeRetired police officers are looking for jobs to supplement their retirement income. If you are looking for jobs for retired police officers, here are some unique ideas.
Estella Warren Charged with DUI, Hit and Run and Battery on a Police OfficerShe's best known for her acting and modeling abilities, but Estella Warren may have eclipsed her reputation with some serious legal charges.
Police Brutality Trial BeginsSan Diego missionary David Ross is suing the local police for injuries suffered when an officer allegedly went nuts and brutalized him and two other men.
How to Become a Suffolk County, NY, Police OfficerBecoming a police officer in any government field, whether it be local, state, or even federal, is often lengthy and difficult. Inside readers will learn how to become a Suffolk County (NY) Police Officer and what they'll be expected to perform.- How to Check If You Have an Active Arrest WarrantThe people who know how to check if you have an arrest warrant and who are the best placed to access accurate warrant records quickly, are the last ones you should ask to find out for you. It might surprise you to learn who these people are.
- Lubbock Police Officer Shows Bravery and Courage in Using Deadly ForceLubbock Police Officer Jennifer Breazeale used deadly force on February 20 during a domestic disturbance situation. In doing so, the Officer more than likely saved the life of the assailant's intended victim.
- Police Officer Deaths Up by 40 Percent in 2011Law Enforcement is a dangerous career. In 2011, it seems to be even more deadly than in recent years. While I don't have the answer as to why, the numbers are there and very scary to those of us who either are or live with members of Law Enforcement.
St. Petersburg Police Officer Killed, Manhunt is UnderwaySt. Petersburg Police Officer Killed, Manhunt is Underway-Officer David S. Crawford Killed In The Line of Duty Last Night- Joining the Bahamas Police ForceThis article will outline the correct procedures for joining the Bahamas Police Force. Move to another country and give something back to the community.
- What to Do If You're Pulled Over by the Police in the UKFlashing blue sirens coming up from behind you are an indication that a police officer wishes to pull you over. What should you do if you are pulled over by the police in the UK?
Ten Myths About Police DiscretionThis article explores police discretion and some common misconceptions regarding police conduct. The ultimate myth about police discretion is that it is entirely a good or bad force.
Louisville Ky Police Officer Power TripAs soon as I read the article about Officer Chapelle of the Louisville Metro Police Dept., I cringed. My next thought was how often does this happen? Maybe not publicized, but it happens! It happened over a year ago and we are just hearing about it.
How to Handle it when the Police Don't Believe YouIt can be especially frustrating when it feels that law enforcement has come down to "code enforcement" only rather than truly listening to both sides of the story and offering possible solutions to the parties involved.- Cops Behaving BadlyThis paper examines police officers' work stressors and the deviant behavior associated with those stressors, and evaluates a hypothesis that police officers' exposure to critical incidents is the main cause of deviant behavior.
- Samuel Nettles and Maurice Clemmons - Sex Offenders Who Killed Police OfficersThe Incest Loophole remains on the books in many states, including Washington. This article shines a light on what these weak laws mean for all of us.





