Camryn Nethken, Author at Police Chief Magazine

The Informer: March 2022

Research abounds on topics related to law enforcement and criminal justice, and it can be difficult to sift through it all.Informer breaks down three studies for law enforcement leaders to help keep t...

The Advisor

The Advisor: Transparency with Stakeholders

Experience is often said to be the best teacher. Each month, a question asked by a new chief of police or future law enforcement executive is answered by experienced leaders. Why is it important for p...

Chief's Counsel

Chief’s Counsel: Legal Landmines in Diversity and Inclusion Efforts

Despite their best efforts, law enforcement agencies of all sizes have not always been successful in hiring and promoting individuals who reflect the communities they serve....

Tech Talk

Tech Talk: Human-Machine Teaming

While working together during her five years on the force, Patrol Officer Miller considers her digital police officer (D-PO) a reliable partner....

Traffic Safety Initiatives

Traffic Safety Initiatives: Artificial Intelligence Helps Detect and Enforce Safety Violations

The issue of distracted driving and the dangers of this risky driving behavior are well documented. The sheer volume of cellphone users in the United States is where the conversation begins, as cellph...

The Brief

The Brief: Technology and Policing

Global policing in the 21st century demands mastery of technology across a broad spectrum of local functionality as well as the ability to interact with cloud-based services and the internet of things...

Perspectives

Perspectives: Developing Important Competencies

What are the most important competencies to develop considering the current landscape of law enforcement? A: In years past, law enforcement tended to place an emphasis on hiring college graduat...

President's Message

President’s Message: Join the IACP’s Trust Building Campaign

For law enforcement to be truly effective, officers and agencies must have the active assistance of and support from every facet of our communities. Establishing and maintaining these crucial relation...