There are many stories to tell from the morning of October 9. Tales of tragedy and heroism, lives lost and many more lives saved. I can tell you that working in the City’s emergency operations center to evacuate residents that night was the scariest night of my career. I was in no danger there, but […]

FEATURED BLOGGER Craig Schwartz Captain Santa Rosa Police Department, California

When was the last time you reviewed your standards of conduct policy? The IACP Law Enforcement Policy Center is pleased to offer new documents on Investigating Sexual Assaults, and Standards of Conduct, both of which are now available on IACP Net! Investigating Sexual Assaults – the updated documents on this topic provide detailed guidelines and […]

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 November 2017 edition included information on these and other topics: Confidential Informants Check out the Redesigned IACP Net! Fall CALEA Conference Referral Discount Bonus Thanksgiving Holiday Hours […]

November has been declared “No Shave Movember” for Auburn Hills Police and Fire. For the last several years we have deviated from our strict appearance rules to allow beards for this month only to raise funds for men’s health. Our charity is the Movember Foundation which supports men’s health initiatives. Prostate cancer and testicular cancer […]

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

Failure is a masterful teacher. I hope I am a leader that encourages new ideas. I really try to be. I fully understand that sometimes thinking outside of the box is risky. You will fail at times. Sometimes that’s a good thing and we learn. I’ve failed many times. I have learned a little each […]

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

IACP Net will be exhibiting at the 2017 Fall CALEA Conference in Jacksonville, Florida at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront. We will be exhibiting November 15 – 16, at booth #105. Stop by the booth and say hi! We’ll be happy to answer your questions and show you how to find CALEA-referenced policies from agencies […]

Freedom, Honor, Pride, Sacrifice, Love of Country……. For many, the flag stirs up many memories, memorials, feelings and emotions. The flag means different things to different people – in different walks of life. I was asked to speak last week at the Field of Flags Ceremony in Mantorville. The topic – “What does the flag […]

FEATURED BLOGGER Scott Rose Sheriff Dodge County Sheriff's Office, Minnesota

For years, we have reminded drivers through various communication channels, most recently via Twitter, to pay attention at bus stops and when approaching a school bus with its red lights on and stop sign out. The depiction to the left gives great guidance when approaching stopped buses. In a nutshell, you must stop in these […]

FEATURED BLOGGER Rick Mathwig Chief of Police Roseville Police Department, Minnesota

Policing in America in the 21st century can be challenging for both police officers and citizens alike. In South Fayette Township, residents come from a multitude of backgrounds, environments and cultures that we as law enforcement officers must be aware of and sensitive to. Similarly, it is helpful for the public to be aware of […]

FEATURED BLOGGER John R. Phoennik Chief of Police South Fayette Township Police Department, Pennsylvania

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 October 2017 edition included information on these and other topics: Officer-Involved Shootings IACP 2017 in Philly New IACP Model Policies Congrats Captain Garrity! Fentanyl Exposure Survey Employee […]