Amid all the grumblings about law enforcement over the years, there have been bright spots of support, which can be hard to see among all the negative chatter.In this episode of the Policing Matters

In this episode of the Policing Matters podcast, sponsored by OfficerStore.com, host Jim Dudley speaks withAlicia Wadas, who has been honored by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for her exce

Force is inevitable in law enforcement situations with non-compliant suspects.Police officers know how to use de-escalation, but sometimes voice commands are not effective in dealing with subjects un

Ghost guns are firearms that are privately assembled and untraceable. They can be assembled from "buy build shoot" kits or from other parts, or they can be 3D-printed. Unlike other guns, these weapons

The future of policing is in the hands of our best recruiting efforts.In a world where most careers have swift hiring procedures, why does law enforcement take up to nine months? Can we continue to r

A critical incident causes a full-on agency response, perhaps it involves fatalities, or perhaps it involves the use of force.The scene is secured and the media creates a narrative about the eventth

Imagine you are a law enforcement officer first on scene of a mass shooting, or a choking child, or another officer or civilian has been critically injured and needs immediate attention.Are you up to

In this special crossover episode of the Policing Matters,Better Every ShiftandInside EMS podcasts, cohosts Jim Dudley, Aaron Zamzow and Chris Cebollero come together to discuss preserving the lega

In the sphere of public safety, we often overlook the crucial role of those people who answer 911 calls, gather necessary information, and relay it to law enforcement personnel. There's a vast amount

Law enforcement officers may encounter situations where an individual may be unresponsive, appearing confused, agitated, or acting in a manner that doesnt quite fit the situation. How can an assessme