The information presented in this article is for discussion purposes only. It is not legal advice. You should consult with your department's legal counsel prior to taking any action. On September 16, 2015 the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals decided the case of Moore v. Pederson. The case involves the warrantless entry into a private residence to arrest an offender … [Read more...]
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Patrol Incident Gear – FDT Bravo FR Gloves
The latest offering of Patrol Incident Gear (PIG) are the upcoming FDT Bravo FR Glove, which add fire-retardant capabilities to the already popular PIG FDT Alpha gloves. The Bravo gloves are set to launch late November, 2015, but will be available for pre-order from various retailers including SKDTAC on October 12, 2015. Patrol Incident Gear (PIG) is a tactical shooting gear … [Read more...]
Bailey v. Vinson – Are SWAT Teams Excessive Force?
The information in this article is presented for discussion. It is not legal advice and no actions should be taken based on it. You should contact your department's legal team for guidance. On June 23, 2015 the United States 5th Circuit Court of Appeals considered the use of a SWAT team to execute a search warrant, as it relates to the people's right to be free from … [Read more...]
DUI Training – Drug Impaired Drivers
The information in this article is presented for discussion. It is not legal advice and no actions should be taken based on it. You should contact your department's legal team for guidance. This is the beginning of a series of articles on DUI enforcement for drug impaired drivers, and a continuation of the very popular DUI enforcement, and SFST's series. … [Read more...]
Angel Armor Ballistic Door Panels
Angel Armor of Ft. Collins, Colorado calls itself "a small beginnings company", but what they are introducing and promoting to the law enforcement community is huge. Angel Armor isn't the typical ballistic armor company making personal ballistic armor. Instead, Angel Armor makes specialized ballistic armor for vehicles, walls, packs, and other unique needs. Angel Armor … [Read more...]
Montoute v. Carr – Officer Involved Shooting
The information in this article is presented for discussion. It is not legal advice and no actions should be taken based on it. You should contact your department's legal team for guidance. In 1997 the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in the case of Montoute v. Carr, involving a police officer shooting a person armed with a sawed-off shotgun who had not pointed the … [Read more...]
A Duty to Intervene – Salvato v. Miley
The information presented in this article is for discussion purposes only. It is not legal advice. You should consult with your department's legal team prior to taking any action. When an officer swears the oath of office they are making a solemn promise to uphold the U.S. Constitution, their State Constitution, and the laws of their jurisdiction. In most circumstances this … [Read more...]
Supreme Court Limits K-9 Sniffs at Stops
Information presented in this article is for discussion purposes only. It is not legal advice. You should consult with your department's legal counsel before doing anything. The United States Supreme Court has ruled on another use of K-9 units at traffic stops that will have significant impact on the way law enforcement can use this vital tool in the detection and … [Read more...]
United States v. Webster – Patrol Car Confessions
Information presented in this article is for discussion purposes only. It is not legal advice. You should consult with your department's legal team prior to taking any actions. We've all been there before. You're investigating a suspected crime, and to help control the scene you place a suspect in the back of your patrol car. The thug is a tough guy at the scene and isn't … [Read more...]
Tactical Electronics HHIT Flex Camera
Tactical Electronics is one of the primary manufacturers of the optical solutions needed by today's tactical (SWAT) and explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) teams. From extended pole cameras to fiber optic scopes to under the door micro cameras, Tactical Electronics is developing solutions for just about every application. Tactical Electronics has just announced the release of … [Read more...]