February 2024

President’s Message: Trust Building Campaign

Trust is the cornerstone of any successful relationship between the police and the communities they serve. Trust fosters cooperation, open communication, and a sense of safety within the community. ...

Community-Police Engagement

Getting Messaging Right When It Really Matters

One of the many skills required by law enforcement leaders today is the ability to communicate well—especially during A crisis. Departments must be able to inform and engage myriad audiences and sta...

The Brief

The Brief: Partnering to Reduce Impaired Driving Recidivism

Drug recognition experts (DREs) are the most highly trained law enforcement officers in identifying alcohol or drug impairment. The DREs’ primary focus is using their advanced training and impair...

IACP@Work

IACP@Work: Elevate Blue Essential Training for Law Enforcement

Today, law enforcement is expected to successfully tackle modern challenges that often transcend traditional law enforcement duties. Void of alternatives, police officers are increasingly called up...

Index to Advertisers

Ad Index: February 2024

The advertisers in this issue can help equip your department with the most efficient tools available today! Always mention Police Chief when contacting our advertisers....

Product Feature

Product Feature: Considering the Wearer

The police uniform is one of society's most recognizable symbols; it can build confidence and discipline in the officer’s position, while also signifying authority and protection. The uniform can ev...

Spotlight

Spotlight: A Sunny Day to Brighten Lives

Gabriel Minnucci always wanted to attend Pennsylvania State Police’s Camp Cadet, a camp that promotes good relations between police and local youth. Unfortunately, there were two things standing in ...