Freedom of speech – is the right to articulate one’s opinions and ideas without fear of government retaliation or censorship, or societal sanction. Hate speech – is speech which attacks a person or group on the basis of attributes such as race, religion, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, or gender. I post these two definitions […]

FEATURED BLOGGER David Westrick Chief of Police Hollister Police Department, California

The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) has always taken a stand against hate crimes in any form. Through projects, committee work, advocacy efforts, and other initiatives, the IACP continues to work to support law enforcement’s efforts to prevent, combat, and investigate hate crimes in communities around the world. When these incidents do occur, […]

FEATURED BLOGGER International Association of Chiefs of Police IACP Alexandria, Virginia

IACP Net Alert is a monthly electronic newsletter sent to IACP Net members highlighting resources for police chiefs and recent additions to the exclusive law enforcement network. The August 2017 edition included information on these and other topics: Drones/UAE/UAS Qualify Now for the IACP 2017 Prize Package! Join Benchmarking! Have a Great Labor Day! Review […]

The small three bedroom and one bath ranch with brick steps was a mirror image of the small 1960s era homes on either side of it. The unkempt shrubs, weed infested lawn, and alligator cracks in the driveway asphalt set it apart from the others. There was an empty leash in the backyard. It was […]

FEATURED BLOGGER Bangor Police Department Authored by Sergeant Tim Cotton Bangor, Maine

As we are in the midst of some of the worst gun violence our City has ever experienced, my thoughts turn to victims. We are all anxious and concerned about the brazen acts occurring citywide (“shots fired” calls are up 63% over last year’s figure/year-to-date). But innocent people have also been killed from edged weapons […]

FEATURED BLOGGER Michael Koval Chief of Police Madison Police Department, Wisconsin

This is my last week at EPD. I felt it worthwhile to give you a few lasting impressions. EPD, you are rock stars. We, the leaders of this city, have asked you to do an almost impossible job; yet daily you suit up, strap on and wade into the swamp of human tragedy to solve […]

FEATURED BLOGGER Andrew Mills Chief of Police Eureka Police Department, California

  The years of real life experience that you can access to help develop policy, procedure, seek information on trends, is very impressive. Donald Glandon, Deputy Chief of Police Roseville, Michigan, Police Department “I believe the membership fee will be offset the first time you use the service. I am not aware of any department […]

Yesterday, a Hennepin County judge found drug dealer Beverly Burrell guilty of third-degree murder in the death of 21-year-old Max Tillitt who died of a heroin overdose on Sept. 25, 2015 in Eden Prairie. Two months ago Burrell was found guilty of third-degree murder in the 2016 death of Luke Ronnei of Chanhassen. She has […]

FEATURED BLOGGER Eden Prairie Police Department Eden Prairie, Minnesota

IACP Net Highlights is an electronic newsletter sent every other month to individuals who are not yet members of IACP Net highlighting some recent additions to our service. The July 2017 Highlights includes information on these and other topics: Training Bulletin — Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement Department Philosophy Policy Grant – Juvenile Justice Pilot […]

Auburn Hills Police Department is pleased to announce that we have pledged to take action in support of the One Mind Campaign, with the intent to unite local communities, public safety organizations, and mental health organizations in such a way that the three become “of one mind.” The One Mind Campaign seeks to ensure successful […]

FEATURED BLOGGER Doreen Olko Director of Public Safety Auburn Hills Department of Public Safety, Michigan