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Mar 19, 2025 · Police officers generally work in city-run police departments under the authority of appointed chiefs, while sheriff’s deputies report to sheriffs and operate within countywide …

Jan 7, 2025 · By Police1 Staff Police officer recruitment has been a challenge for the past five to 10 years and it will continue to be a challenge for many departments in 2025. A recent BJA/COPS …

Dec 10, 2024 · By Police1 Staff For the fourth consecutive year, the Police1 editorial team reviewed dozens of police recruitment videos to identify the top 10 that redefined law enforcement recruitment …

Jun 13, 2024 · Law enforcement jargon every police officer should know Over the years, officers have cultivated their own language, using phrases that only those in law enforcement would understand; …

Dec 12, 2025 · 8 more unusual police agencies Police1 readers unearthed You told us we missed some big ones — from protecting water and wildlife to securing top-secret sites; your recommendations …

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Apr 21, 2025 · National Police Week 2025 will be observed from Sunday, May 11 to Saturday, May 17. Why should officers attend National Police Week? For many officers, attending National Police Week …

Mar 12, 2025 · Police 10 codes are a common form of communication for LEOs. And while some departments are beginning to favor plain English over 10 codes, it’s still an important language to …

The best police TV shows to watch right now: Top cop dramas, thrillers and comedies From classic cop shows like “Adam-12" to streaming hits like “Blue Bloods” — here’s our ultimate guide to your next …