Police officers generally work in city-run police departments under the authority of appointed chiefs, while sheriff’s deputies report to sheriffs and operate within countywide departments. This difference in oversight is a central aspect of the sheriffs vs. police divide. What areas do police departments and sheriffs serve?
In addition to the signing bonus, Fremont has rolled out several programs aimed at enhancing police recruitment and retention. These include an expedited hiring and training program for lateral officers, a double-overtime pilot program and longevity pay for officers with eight or more years of service.
By Police1 Staff For the fourth consecutive year, the Police1 editorial team reviewed dozens of police recruitment videos to identify the top 10 that redefined law enforcement recruitment in 2024. Featuring authentic storytelling, cinematic visuals and compelling calls to action, this year’s selections are sure to inspire the next generation of police officers. We asked Police1 readers which ...
Police 10 codes are a common form of communication for LEOs. And while some departments are beginning to favor plain English over 10 codes, it’s still an important language to learn. Below is a fully comprehensive list of the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) 10 codes. What are police codes?
From the police officers patrolling the streets all the way to the advocates helping crime victims navigate the criminal justice system, there are numerous jobs that dedicated men and women carry out each and every day. Here’s a roundup of some law enforcement assignments that help protect our communities.
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, remains a central figure in conversations about police accountability. This article covers recent developments in Chauvin’s legal status, including his federal and state sentences, the November 2023 prison stabbing and ongoing appeals. We also examine where Chauvin is now, how long his sentence is and ...
The Guide was developed by PERF staff members working with police and sheriff’s officials, including experienced use-of-force trainers, specialized SWAT/ Emergency Service Unit personnel, and a psychologist with more than 40 years of experience working with police departments. What is a Suicide by Cop incident?
First, a crisis of public trust in policing, driven in large part by high-profile incidents of police shootings and fatalities in police custody.9 Second, a workforce crisis. Recruiting shortfalls in many departments — and budget tightening — have made patrol oficers’ time more pre-cious than ever.10
Command Performance Command Performance: A Career Guide for Police Executives is now available as a free PDF. To order a physical copy of the book, click here. Trending and Subject to Debate Click here to view past issues PERF's weekly email update, Trending, and click here to view past issues of PERF's newsletter, Subject to Debate. Free Online Documents Below is a list of the documents PERF ...
