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Teledyne FLIR Defense, developer of leading advanced airborne imaging systems, is playing a pivotal role in transforming the narrative of the highly anticipated television series, “CHOPPER COPS.” Teledyne FLIR’s cutting-edge thermal technology has enabled a breathtaking perspective on the exploits of the Marion County (FL) Sheriff’s Department’s elite aviation unit. The show premiered on Paramount+ on June 18th and features ten half-hour episodes showcasing the Marion County Sheriff’s Department’s state-of-the-art helicopters and highly skilled crews. Known as Air One, these…

The National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) has announced the release of the latest versions of the Tactical Response Operations Standards (TROS) and the newly created Public Order Standards. These new standards signify a major milestone in the ongoing commitment to professionalism, top service and accountability within the law enforcement community. The TROS and new Public Order Standards are invaluable resources, equipping law enforcement professionals with the critical information necessary to handle complex and challenging situations effectively. The updated TROS reflects…

In 2022, an estimated 13.6 million people drove under the influence of illicit drugs. When investigating impaired driving cases and traffic fatalities, the National Safety Council currently recommends that forensic toxicology labs regularly test blood for 35 of the most common drugs and metabolites found in these cases.  However, limitations can interfere with our understanding of how frequently drug use contributes to impaired driving incidents. To better understand this, NIJ funded researchers from the Center for Forensic Science Research and…

Written by the National Policing Institute (NPI), this article presents the findings of George Mason University’s (GMU’s) evaluation of the implementation of the Fatality Reduction Enforcement Program (FREE) at the Iowa State Patrol (ISP) in 2018 and 2019. GMU’s evaluation suggests that FREE reduced crashes involving impaired driving in the program area by 18% in year one and may have contributed to more significant reductions in speed-related crashes. Law enforcement leaders may consider this approach to complement other strategies used…

Released by the Executive Office of the President (EOP) in collaboration with the Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD), this report assesses the effectiveness of national cyber policy and strategy and the status of the implementation of national cyber policy and strategy by federal departments and agencies. This report also highlights cybersecurity threats and issues facing the United States, including new or emerging technologies which may affect national security, economic prosperity and the rule of law. Download a copy…