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Charges Against Detroit Officer in Death of Aiyana Stanley-Jones Released

October 7, 2011

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Detroit Officer Joseph Weekley was indicted on an involuntary manslaughter charge for the death of Aiyana Stanley-Jones.

NYPD Officers Disciplined for Throwing Football with Child

September 23, 2011

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NYPD Officers Catherine Guzman and Mariana Diaz receive disciplinary action after playing catch football with child during 4th of July weekend.

Police consider new lineup methods

September 20, 2011

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The methods that the courts use for handling evidence are being reconsidered for processes that provide more accurate decisions and results.

Denver Police Seize $10M of Cocaine

September 16, 2011

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Denver Police recently discovered 220 pounds of cocaine during a routine traffic stop with a value of over $10,000,000.

High Threshold for Stress Claims Illustrated by South Carolina CasePast

September 2, 2011

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Testicle-grabbing officer used reasonable force

September 2, 2011

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The Mesa County (CO) Sheriff’s office ruled that a deputy who grabbed a man’s testicles to subdue him acted reasonably. The incident involved a man who was resisting arrest and elbowed Dep...

Filming cops: Is it legal?

September 1, 2011

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The prevalence of hand-held video recording capability has introduced a slew of new issues over the last few years. Almost everybody has a high-quality video camera in their pocket now, and this has l...

Remembering the forgotten first responders to 9/11

August 26, 2011

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PoliceOne had a touching letter this week, written by Sgt. Glenn French. In it, he discusses the nation’s forgotten first responders to the 9/11 tragedy: Those brave men and women who are still...

Hybrid Hard Cap 80/20 Plan Passes

August 24, 2011

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Bad news for public employees today when legislation was passed that limits the amount of money employers can spend on their employees' health insurance.

A special memorial car on The Woodward Dream Cruise

August 19, 2011

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The Woodward Dream Cruise is in full swing, with amazing cars both new and old, stock and custom, trawling along the Woodward Corridor for the enjoyment of spectators, participants, and car lovers wor...

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