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As 2015 comes to a close, SAT would like to wish its members, partners and other industry professionals a safe and happy holiday season. Last week, we provided the readers of Texas Sheriffs Today a look at the 10 most accessed industry articles from the year. This week, we would like to provide the readers the 10 most accessed original content articles from the year. Our regular publication will resume Friday, Jan. 8.
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By Ben Findley
From Oct. 23: Author Ben Findley writes, "In my years of training shooters, I have observed major trigger control errors in my students. I have also experienced several of these mistakes myself, so I want to share some advice to help other shooters. I have learned the hard way that the first step in overcoming our mistakes is to identify what the problem is, so I want to specify seven trigger control errors, briefly give you my observations, and some general tips to fix these miscues."
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By Terri L. Wilkin
From Nov. 13: As a state trooper, I had preset beliefs about the criminal justice system and the individuals with whom I dealt daily. I was very conservative and looked at issues as black and white with no middle ground: If you did the crime, you needed to do the time. I did not have much sympathy for the individuals I brought to justice. I supported both the death penalty and maximum prison sentences — controversial issues that most state and federal legislatures and leaders continue to debate.
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By Danielle Wegert
From may 15: Did you know that on average two people die every day in the United States as a result of crashes from running red lights? Did you know half of these deaths were the victims of the traffic violations? In an attempt to decrease these statistics — and many others — companies have been focusing on creating technology and programs to assist law enforcement officials. The result has been a sharp increase in the use of red-light and speed cameras throughout the U.S. Yet a simple question remains: Are these cameras effective?
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Former sheriffs, including a SAT past president, help TAC Risk Management Pool member counties reduce their law enforcement operations liabilities and exposures. New territory map online.
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By Archita Datta Majumdar
From Nov. 20: The gun debate in the U.S. may never end, but opinion polls show most Americans want stricter gun laws. In a recent move, an alliance of organizations representing police chiefs and executives said they would strongly support universal background checks for firearms purchases. Currently, only licensed dealers have to insist on background checks, but firearms sold through private parties or gun shows do not require any checks and constitute 40 percent of total gun sales.
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By Archita Datta Majumdar
From Oct. 9: In a recent move, Ohio's state law enforcement board announced standards for the use of deadly force by police. The mandate is the first of its kind in the state and a new concept for many other states as well. The new standards will limit the use for deadly force to defend either people from serious injury or death or officers in an extreme situation. Consistent with national and international policies on force, these rules will be the right step to improve relations between police and communities.
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By Archita Datta Majumdar
From Sept. 25: As crime has steadily reached a zenith of chaos and ruthlessness, law enforcement officers across the U.S. are now wary of any stranger approaching them, no matter how innocent or innocuous the situation looks. The recent incident in which a police officer was shot to death near a Houston gas station has refueled the controversies of police safety mechanisms and how they can be improved. The fact that this is just one incident among a spate of killings is a serious matter indeed.
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By Danielle Manley
From Nov. 20: With tattoo popularity increasing, employers are having to create more in-depth policies regarding employee tattoos. The Chicago Police Department recently updated their tattoo policy, requiring officers to cover up their tattoos. Three officers subsequently filed a lawsuit, but a judge recently tossed it out. This story caught the attention of the nation, and now other police departments are reconsidering their tattoo policies to determine if changes are needed.
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By Bob Kowalski
From Oct. 30: We've heard plenty about drones recently, but even with all that information, we still can't figure out the answer to this question: Whose side are they on? There's little doubt drones are capable of providing beneficial services and performing tasks that cannot be accomplished by people or other devices. They also hold the potential to bring headaches to law enforcement agencies around the world — a situation that has already begun.
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By Archita Datta Majumdar
From July 24: Resource upgrades routinely top the list of needs for every law enforcement agency, but never has the agenda been so aggressive like it is today. Sheriff departments across the country have been requisitioning and petitioning for better tools and equipment, from high-end computers, networks and bandwidth to telecommunications gadgets and upgraded weaponry. Let's take a look at some recent upgrades and improvements across the country.
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By Mark Bond
From Feb. 27: Allan Pinkerton is one of the world's most famous detectives. How Pinkerton became a detective only makes this colorful man's life more intriguing. The legacy of Pinkerton is that he was progressive and innovative in his development of professional investigative services. His vision is still noticeable today in private security and techniques used by law enforcement investigators.
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