Leadership
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Leadership is often misunderstood and sometimes believed to be synonymous with management. However, not all managers can lead. Leadership is elusive for some, while it comes naturally to others. Leade...
Sponsor Article
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  In recent years, the policing landscape has undergone a seismic shift. Technological advances and increased scrutiny have placed law enforcement under an unprecedented microscope. Claims of pol...
President's Message
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As I complete my term as IACP president, I feel incredibly grateful for all the experiences I have had throughout the year that will stay with me for my lifetime. I first got involved in the IACP beca...
From the Director
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As we stand at the dawn of a new era in policing, artificial intelligence (AI) presents both unprecedented opportunities and profound challenges for law enforcement agencies around the globe. The rapi...
From the Director
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A little over a decade ago, Officer Ann Carrizales of the Stafford Police Department in Fort Bend County, Texas, was shot in the face and chest at extremely close range by a suspect she was pursuing. ...
Perspectives
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Our agency established a value statement in 2022 to address two priorities: (1) enhance community engagement and (2) demonstrate sincerity for our employees. It states, “We are a community-forward a...
Research in Brief
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Are officers more likely to shoot and to fire more rounds when nearby officers open fire at a suspect? This question directly addresses the “contagious fire” phenomenon, which comes into play in p...
Spotlight
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As students return to school, an uptick in guidance counselor meetings, career fairs, and internships will be seen. This is due to society’s high expectations for high schoolers to decide on their f...
Product Feature
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Decision-making is a crucial aspect of police work, especially in high-stress situations. Without adequate tools, officers would be left to speculate about critical information rather than obtaining c...
IACP@Work
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Human trafficking, a hidden crime that affects countless communities and marginalized individuals across the United States, involves the exploitation of a person for labor, services, or commercial sex...