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The COPS Office brings us an extraordinary story of officer survival. Ranger Brody Young was shot nine times while on duty but used his training and motivation to return to his family to save himself. Listen to his recounting of the experience and lessons learned about resilience.
Surviving the Unthinkable: Training, Resilience, Support, and Belief feat. Ranger Brody Young
(Courtesy of cops.usdoj.gov)
The third segment of this video series discusses what crimes might indicate human trafficking has occurred, the best way to get information about a human trafficking operation, the importance of putting victims at ease and allowing them to tell their story, and the many avenues for legal assistance and visa provisions under federal law that may be available to victims of human trafficking.
The Crime of Human Trafficking – Segment 3: Investigating and Interviewing
(Courtesy of theiacp.org)
“Human trafficking is a global problem that reaches into many of our nation’s communities, causing victims unimaginable harm, violating basic human rights and undermining fundamental principles of dignity and justice.” – Attorney General Merrick B. Garland.
This week, we continue with part two of the IACP video training. It explains how traffickers exploit humans for labor or services in various forms and locations, the hidden nature of the crime, and the best ways for officers to identify and respond to these crimes.
The Crime of Human Trafficking – Segment 2: Identifying and Responding
(Courtesy of theiacp.org)
The criminal activity of human trafficking is happening across the country, from urban to suburban to rural areas, yet the incidence far exceeds trafficking reports. Officers must be able to identify human trafficking and report it as such. “To support law enforcement and strengthen their response to human trafficking, IACP created a three-part video training. The first segment discusses the definition of Human Trafficking, the differences between trafficking and smuggling, and the traumatic effects trafficking has on victims.”
The Crime of Human Trafficking – Segment 1: Defining the Crime
(Courtesy of theiacp.org)
“The Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) has developed a holistic approach to encourage de-escalation and reduce use of force and thereby to restore public trust. This holistic approach provides de-escalation training and resources as well as recognition to officers for exemplary tactics in de-escalation.” The article below from the COPS Office highlights lessons we can learn from PPD’s renewed focus on de-escalation, including officers’ success stories.
(Courtesy of cops.usdoj.gov)
How are you doing with community relationship building? “Strong relationships of mutual trust between police agencies and the communities they serve are critical to maintaining public safety and effective policing.” Use this article from the U.S. Department of Justice to assess your use of five recommended practices for police-community relationship building.
Importance of Police-Community Relationships and Resources for Further Reading
(Courtesy of justice.gov)
With an estimated nine percent of the population having some degree of hearing loss, officers can expect to encounter people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), people who are deaf or hard of hearing are entitled to the same services law enforcement provides to anyone else. This guide for law enforcement from the U.S. Department of Justice lists ADA requirements and practical suggestions for effectively communicating with people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Communicating with People Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing: ADA Guide for Law Enforcement Officers
(Courtesy of ada.gov)
All 2021 Maine mandatory law enforcement and corrections courses are now available!
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There is an effort underway in many communities to reduce unnecessary police contacts by connecting people experiencing a behavioral health crisis to mental health professionals when they contact 911. One diversion option, “988,” will launch in July 2022 as the national mental health crisis and suicide prevention phone number. The article below, from the Office of Justice Programs, links to a document called “Field Notes for Law Enforcement” that discusses the features, implementation issues, and an example of a successful 911 dispatch diversion program.
Tips for Successfully Implementing a 911 Dispatch Diversion Program
(Courtesy of ojp.gov)
The NIJ defines desistance as “a developmental process by which criminality declines over time.” Their new publication, Desistance From Crime: Implications for Research, Policy, and Practice, discusses the topic. The NIJ summary of chapter six (linked below) includes factors that influence a person’s decision to give up crime, practices that are and are not effective in promoting desistance, how the stigma of a criminal record can hamper the desistance process, and the importance of criminal justice agency partnerships in desistance-promoting policies and practices.
(Courtesy of nij.ojp.gov)
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