Dani Gudakunst, Author at Police Chief Magazine

Tech Talk: Drone Safety and Defense Start with Detection

Law enforcement agencies previously unable to afford airspace technology, such as helicopters, can now affordably access drones to extend their security systems, monitor the skies, and help them serve...

The Brief

The Brief: The Value of Positive Police-Media Relations

w enforcement officers who have experienced crises in their communities, particularly during these tumultuous post-Ferguson years, have seen firsthand the value of reaching out to the community and me...

Product Feature

Product Feature: Man and Machine

For some agencies, the notion of predictive policing conjures images that are more science fiction than actual police work. Proponents and developers of predictive policing technology say their solu...

Perspectives

Perspectives: Leadership Characteristics

Q: What's the most important characteristic for effective law enforcement leadership?...

Research in Brief

Research in Brief: The Evidence-Based Policing State: How Oregon Is Using Data and Research to Enhance Policing

Why do police officers work 12-hour shifts when research has shown that this type of schedule has significant disadvantages that impact officer wellness? Why do law enforcement agencies maintain a pol...

IACP

2017-2018 IACP Executive Board

The IACP Executive Board are the elected leadership of the organization. They are committed to advancing the profession of policing by promoting enhanced practices; cooperative efforts; and the exchan...

IACP

IACP 2018 in Review

On October 6–9, 2018, more than 18,000 law enforcement professionals, vendors, and family members attended IACP 2018 in Orlando, Florida. Those at the event attended workshops to learn about best pr...

Perspectives

Perspectives: Landmark Moments in Policing

Q: What do you consider to be a landmark moment in policing history and why?...