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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 departments. This difference in oversight is a central aspect of the sheriffs vs. police divide. What areas do police departments and sheriffs serve?

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 in 2024. Featuring authentic storytelling, cinematic visuals and compelling calls to action, this year’s selections are sure to inspire the next generation of police officers. We …

Table-Top Scenario Examples This resource provides seven sample table-top scenarios for First-Line Supervisors (FLSs). Agency trainers may use them to supplement existing in-service training programs or as templates for designing new curriculum.

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 Office report, titled “ Recruitment and Retention for the Modern Law Enforcement Agency,” provides valuable insights and recommendations that can be immediately implemented to …

Jul 18, 2025 · The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), which represents D.C. officers, has raised concerns about what it says is a broader practice of manipulating crime classifications to show declines in violent crime. FOP Chairman Gregg Pemberton said officers are frequently instructed by supervisors to downgrade serious felony reports to lesser offenses.

Dec 20, 2024 · In addition to the signing bonus, Fremont has rolled out several programs aimed at enhancing police recruitment and retention. These include an expedited hiring and training program for lateral officers, a double-overtime pilot program and longevity pay for officers with eight or more years of service.

July 5, 2025 PERF survey shows police staffing increased slightly in 2024 but still lower than 2019 PERF members, Last year, PERF shared information with you about our members’ staffing trends from 2019 through 2023. The survey results below include updated information through 2024. Respondents reported their overall sworn staffing numbers were 0.4 percent higher on …

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