David Teodosio at Police Chief Magazine

A person stands alone in the middle of a dimly lit street at night. The scene is illuminated by several streetlights, casting an orange glow through the fog. The person is silhouetted against the light, making it difficult to discern any facial features or specific details about their appearance. Trees and buildings line both sides of the street, and a pedestrian crossing is visible beneath the person's feet. The atmosphere appears eerie and quiet, with no other people or vehicles in sight.

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Legislative Update

IACP’s May Legislative Update

May 2, 2025: In Washington, where policy priorities may shift but the mission of policing remains constant, we are proud to introduce IACP’s Policy Priorities. This roadmap will guide IACP’s a...

Officer Safety & Wellness

Two men are exercising outdoors on a rooftop parking lot. The man on the left, with his face obscured, is wearing a black T-shirt and blue shorts. He is holding a kettlebell in both hands. The man on the right, facing away from the camera, is wearing sunglasses, a navy blue T-shirt with "FCPD" and "Strength & Conditioning" written on the back, and dark athletic shorts. He is also holding a kettlebell in both hands. In the background, there are three orange traffic cones placed along the edge of the rooftop, and some buildings are visible in the distance under a clear sky during sunset or sunrise.

The Intersection of Physical Fitness and Use of Force

Physical fitness often comes into play during use-of-force incidents within policing; thus, a lack of physical fitness can increase an agency’s liability and the potential for officer injuries. Phys...

Tech Talk

Tech Talk: Five Key Things to Know About Using AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming procedures and activities across numerous industries, including policing. Various algorithmic processes power AI systems, including machine learning, natur...

Officer Safety & Wellness

a man with short gray hair seated in the driver's seat of a car. He is wearing a dark-colored shirt and has his left hand on the steering wheel while his right hand is placed on the back of his neck, suggesting discomfort or pain. The interior of the car is visible, including the headrest of the passenger seat and part of the dashboard. The background outside the car shows blurred greenery and structures, indicating that it might be parked near a residential area or similar environment. The man's face is visible, showing a neutral expression.

Unseen Injuries

When an officer is involved in a shooting or another serious use-of-force incident, they are often sent for a fitness for duty exam (FFDE) prior to returning to work. If an officer is engaging in high...

Focus on Officer Wellness

Focus on Officer Wellness: Do You Have 8 Minutes?

In an era dominated by smartphones, the internet, and text messaging, many small joys that once helped people unwind have been lost—from the spontaneous moments during roll call to the camaraderie o...

Traffic Safety Initiatives

Traffic Safety Initiatives: Gabapentin Primer

The increasing use and misuse of gabapentin, an anticonvulsive medication, pose notable risks to public health and traffic safety. After obtaining U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval in 1993 fo...

The Brief

The Brief: Internal Procedural Justice

Trust and fairness are the cornerstones of a healthy organizational culture. Police officers who believe that internal processes such as hiring, promotion, and discipline are not handled fairly lose t...