Law Enforcement Technology back issues from May 2008:
Halting violent plots.(EDITOR'S LOG)
May 01, 2008 ... As the summer approaches, many parents are filled with dread. Summer for a mother of five is 12 weeks of incessant phone calls to my office, keeping a 15-year-old girl out of trouble from my cubicle, and carting kids from swim lessons to T-ball to the movies and everything in between. I'm ...
Painting the nation's arms neon; Are brightly colored firearms putting officers in danger?(Cover story)
May 01, 2008; ... Most of us can be fairly certain that Mayor Michael Bloomberg of New York City doesn't know us from Adam. We could bet our bottom dollar that the politically unaffiliated, 6-year Big Apple mayor has never even heard our names before, and prior to June 2006, if Steve Lauer were a betting ...
A lead time for lead: The interplay of supply and demand has created a pricey situation for popular law enforcement ammunition across the country.
May 01, 2008; ... Though a popular pizza delivery company revitalized its 30-minute delivery time guarantee, law enforcement equipment manufacturers, specifically in the ammunition industry, aren't able to make that claim. A trend of a long lead time has forced law enforcement agencies nationwide to ...
Personal Searchlight.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... AE LIGHT's Xenide HID Personal Searchlight has passed initial explosion-proof testing and is now certified for safe operation in Class 1, Division 1, Groups A, B, C and D environments (all gases). Testing is ongoing for dusts. The AEX20 is safe for use in environments where the threat of a ...
Digital evidence storage.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... The Digital Evidence Locker from Justice Data Group solves the problems of processing, storage and access for digital files that have probative value to an agency and its partners. The locker consolidates digital audio, document, photograph and ...
Reflective surveillance shield.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... Incorporating the latest technology in highly reflective acrylic material, stainless-steel hardware, and lightweight construction, TheShadowShield-Enforcer allows law enforcement officers to approach a suspect virtually undetected. While reflecting its surroundings, Pine Harbor Holding ...
Lanyard.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... EK Ekcessories' Sports Lanyard Plus II with ring and hook features a split ring for keys and a flat J-hook for an ID badge; both are detachable for easy access. The durable nylon braiding is available in ...
Tactical night vision monocular.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... The GT-14 from N-Vision Optics is a multi-purpose system for nighttime operations. GT-14 is built with high-quality Generation 3 image intensifier tubes and can be hand held as a monocular, or head-or helmet-mounted as a single eye goggle. The monocular also may be weapon-mounted as a ...
K9 leads, collars and more.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... Ray Allen's Tac-Black line of black leather leads, collars and harnesses are created through a process that dyes the leather without reducing its strength and ...
Tactical socks.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... Magnum's Stealth-Spec Socks are engineered to meet the demands of tactical and law enforcement professionals. The socks are constructed of a breathable, moisture-wicking fabric which channels moisture away from the skin, while integrated Alphasan antimicrobial silver technology resists ...
Tactical light with retractable spike bezel.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... Unlike ordinary tactical lights with a crenellated bezel that can inflict unnecessary injury, Pentagon Light's K2 Porcupine Light features sharpened spikes around the bezel that protrude outward only when the spike protector is lowered. With the spikes protected when not needed, the fast ...
Portable incident management system.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... Rontal Applications' SimGuard4000 MOBILE, a portable version of its SimGuard incident management system, enables incident management from mobile platforms, such as a vehicle or trailer. It is an ideal solution for monitoring and securing public gatherings, such as large-scale entertainment ...
Thin and light hot-weather sock.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... 5.11 Tactical's Summer Sock offers all the high-performance support and comfort end-users expect, now in a lighter, thinner, dressier model. Designed for hot weather, the sock blends 5.11's Shock Mitigation System and multiple zones of compression with summer-weight fibers for ...
Camouflaged tactical lights.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... Pelican Products' PM6 3330 LED and PM6 3320 Incandescent tactical lights are camouflaged in Mossy Oak Break Up, a pattern known for its digitized realism, depth and contrast. With its long burn time, the PM6 LED is an ideal all-purpose light. The PM6 Incandescent will light up the back of ...
Footgear series.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008 ... The Timberland PRO Valor footgear series offers advanced levels of support, comfort and durability. The Timberland PRO Valor Series consists of six styles arranged in three product lines: Winter, constructed with waterproof leather, a Gore-Tex membrane, Thinsulate Zone insulation and ...
Long guns on patrol: officers find it takes more than a handgun, a badge and handcuffs to protect the public and themselves.
May 01, 2008; ... Most veteran law enforcement officials recall a time when rookie cops were handed a gun, a badge and a pair of handcuffs then flipped the keys to a patrol car before heading out for their first tour of duty. This equipment served them well, being more than enough to handle the trouble the ...
Got a laser in your sights? Picking the right laser for the job.
May 01, 2008; ... Despite their longtime market presence, lasers are more likely to have been seen in the movies by cops rather than in the hands of fellow officers on the job. However, given the advances in laser sight technology and the United States military's use of laser devices in the War on Terror, ...
Visual less-lethal device.(Less-lethal)
May 01, 2008 ... The Glare Mount from B.E. Meyers is a high-power visual hail and warning device that dissuades personnel from approaching security points. It communicates a universal warning; requiring individuals to stop and establish ...
Digital video camera for CEDs.(Less-lethal)
May 01, 2008 ... The TASER X26 is an advanced, proven and accountable law enforcement conducted energy device (CED). With more than 12,500 departments deploying TASER technology, there have been dramatic and consistent reports of decreasing injury rates to suspects and officers. A recent independent U.S ....
Less-lethal shotgun.(Less-lethal)
May 01, 2008 ... O.F. Mossberg & Sons introduces the TASER X12 Dedicated Less-Lethal Shotgun, a fully integrated less-lethal platform, utilizing a re-engineered Mossberg 500 pump-action shotgun optimized for the TASER XREP eXtended Range Electronic Projectile. The TASER X12 LLS includes Radial ...
Prisoner control device.(Less-lethal)
May 01, 2008 ... The Stun-Cuff PCU (Patrol Car Unit) is Myers Enterprises less-lethal prisoner control device. The Stun-Cuff PCU is placed on the prisoner and controlled by a wireless remote. The remote remains with the officer giving the ability to ...
OC grenade and Extraction Unit.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Guardian Protective Device's O.C. (Oleoresin Capsicum) Grenade is similar in size to an MK3 and is much like other O.C. canisters an officer might use, except for the nozzle end. The device fits into a standard MK3 pouch. The canister comes with a protective top to prevent accidental ...
Disorienting riot shield light.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... The Superbright PRO III Ballistic Entry Shield Light from FoxFury was made for dynamic and deliberate entries by military, police and deliberate entries by military, police and special ops teams. The PRO III utilizes four CREE XR-E LEDs and a double pressure switch, which permits ...
Laser sight.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Laser Devices Inc. and L-3 EoTech have aligned to produce the EOLAD Laser with HOLOgraphic Weapon Sight. The EOLAD combines the power and precision of a Laser Devices' laser with the speed and proven effectiveness of the L-3 EOTech 552 optic. This single, compact device ...
OC spray.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Buy direct from the Pepper Enforcement factory and save up to 50 percent on OC spray. Choose flip-top or cop-top models at the same low cost. The company's proprietary formula contains a perfect and powerful 1-percent ...
Foggers.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Aerko International produces both standard DEEP FREEZE-DEEP PUNCH and DEEP FREEZE M-9 and DEEP PUNCH M-9 high-volume foggers. The standard "Press to Break" burst nozzle set is available on these aerosol weapons. The M-9 ...
No light? No problem; Photographing crime scenes in poor lighting situations.
May 01, 2008; ... Darkness descends upon the earth. A cold, lifeless body lies on the ground amidst a field of evidence beckoning to give up the secrets of what had occurred only several hours ago. A knight dressed in blue stands at the edge of the abyss, as a cool breeze blows in the nighttime air. A chill ...
Q & A with Ken Good: let talks with an expert about the issues and advances in low-light training and technology.(Interview)
May 01, 2008; ... Ken Good's resume is impeccable. A former commando of SEAL Team One, Good has an operational background in demolitions, small unit tactics, parachuting, scuba diving, firearms and other disciplines. Good has trained for and with the military, both in this country and on foreign soil, and ...
Surveillance system with high-capacity storage.(Mobile Video)
May 01, 2008 ... The Avigilon Performance Surveillance system features high-sensitivity Gigabit Ethernet cameras--ranging in resolution from VGA to 11 megapixels--and high-capacity recorders that capture and preserve surveillance evidence using lossless compression. Avigilon delivers a leap in image ...
Digital flashlight video system.(Mobile Video)
May 01, 2008 ... CamLite Corp. introduces the Model 2000 Digital Video Flashlight. The flashlight model is an audio and color video recording device with a functional multistage flashlight and a laser pointer, all housed in a ruggedized DuPont Zytel nylon police-style flashlight body. The Model 2000 can ...
Long-range wireless mic.(Mobile Video)
May 01, 2008 ... ICOP Digital Inc., has a microphone that exceeds industry standards with its ability to record high-quality audio up 2,000 feet from the patrol car. The ICOP Extreme Wireless Mic, a 900-MHz wireless microphone, is used in conjunction with the ICOP Model 20/20-W digital incar video system ....
Touchscreen digital video system.(Mobile Video)
May 01, 2008 ... Martel's MDE2 mobile video system has been in service with the U.S. Military for years, and has a server in Iraq. Tough, small and solid, MDE2 records HD video onto a Secure Digital (SD) memory card. The unit can withstand an IED explosion or shock up to 11G. The advanced MDE2 doesn't use ...
In-car digital video camera system.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... The officer-friendly FS-Cam Commander from Fleet Safety works without officer intervention, instead operating with nine system triggers that automatically begin recording when activated. The compact Commander system fits entirely in the dash or console with a 12-inch touchscreen and ...
Robotic reconnaissance.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Already proven in operational use to safely apprehend a barricaded and heavily armed subject, the rugged, portable and remote-controlled Recon Scout provides immediate tactical reconnaissance when lives depend on it. From U.S.Tactical Supply, the Scout ...
Hands-free video collection.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... POV.1 from V.I.O. integrates a camera head, recorder, remote control, software and online distribution into a single system. It allows users to capture hands-free video by mounting the lens on a vehicle, headgear, headset or firearm. The recorder is worn on a vest or ...
Accessories make MK-3 more adept.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Panoscan has added three accessories which are designed to make the company's MK-3 panoramic camera more portable, function better in low-light situations and create superior imaging. The portability bracket, lighting system and fisheye lens adapt the camera to a variety of situational ...
2.2-megapixel HD camera.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... A compact multi-purpose camera by Panasonic was designed with the latest in advanced image processing technology and control. The AK-HC1800N delivers high-quality HD Video with a versatile convertible camera. The 2/3-inch, 2.2-megapixel 3-CCD Camera is a solutions. The camera's native ...
Lightweight portable digital camera.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... U.S. Cavalry carries the lightweight and ultra-portable Advanced Tactical Camera (ATC), made by Pacific Concepts Weighing 7 ounces including batteries, Secure Digital (SD) card and mount, the ATC readily attaches to a weapon or helmet. Using a 2Gb SD media card, the ATC can record 1 hour ...
Mobile surveillance unit.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Ser Vision's MVG 400, a compact, rugged mobile surveillance unit, is both a professional DVR and live video transmission system, designed especially for installation inside vehicles. MVG 400 uses Ser Vision's compression algorithm optimized for streaming quality video over ...
Flashlight camera system.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Digital Ally has integrated a law-enforcement-style flashlight with its in-car video system to create the Digital Video Mirror system. The system design allows for easy installation into any vehicle ...
Human-like automated video security.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Panoptes is a high-performance, simple technology that monitors video streams in real time, alerting law enforcement and security personnel when events occur. Intu Vision's Panoptes allows security personnel to focus on significant events that pose security threats, ...
Recording system.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... Raytheon's JPS communications has partnered with Votan Research Corp. to globally market a digital in-car recording system. The device allows incidents to be recorded, transmitted and stored for evidentiary purposes. The device ...
Handheld LPR.(Showcase)
May 01, 2008 ... The handheld LY Portable Camera/Illuminator is ideal for parking enforcement, facility inventory and other police applications. The camera, from Inex/Zamir, has a high-resolution sensor optimized for day or night license ...
COMMUNICATIONS SPOTLIGHT Interoperable applications for a national wireless network: A case study of mobile video applications.(Case study)
May 01, 2008; ... After devoting years of work to best define use of the 700-MHz spectrum for public safety, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has decided that a nationwide public safety dedicated wireless broadband network will be licensed to a commercial operator. In partnership with the Public ...
Offender automated notification.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2008 ... The LexisNexis Risk & Information Analytics Group's Sex Offender Alerts solution provides law enforcement officials with automated notification of the location of sex offenders, especially as they move from one jurisdiction to another. The Alerts ...
Hardware enclosures.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2008 ... Zonet's compact and lightweight SATA Enclosures combine function and styling to blend with PC and Mac desktops, laptops and peripherals. Featuring a resilient, high-impact acrylic case in azure blue or supple leather, the drive enclosures ...
GHz bandwidth switching.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2008 ... The combination of user-controlled spectra, indoor and outdoor configurations, backhaul performance of up to 70 Mbps, and end-to-end management provides flexibility for public safety deployment. Firetide Inc.'s triband (2.4,4.9,5 GHz) capability on its HotPoint access points and HotClient ...
Computer performance software.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2008 ... Unlike other tune-up utilities, the CachemanXP runs as a system service, minimizing resource usage and tweaking Windows at system-level. Outertech's Windows tuneup utility has been designed to improve the performance of a computer by optimizing several ...
Fully-rugged mobile computers.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2008 ... The ARMOR C12 Convertible notebook computer offers data protection technology, connectivity anywhere and sunlight readable display options. Manufactured by DRS Tactical Systems Inc., the C12 features a rugged, die-case magnesium alloy case and is tested for drop-shock, moisture, ...
Stand-alone access control software.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2008 ... Powerful in its simplicity, CyberAudit-Web Lite software from Videx Inc. makes it easy to add electronic access control to doors, cabinets and padlocks. Lite demonstrates that electronic access control does not have to be expensive to implement, or difficult to manage. The software ...
Interactive data access.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2008 ... Initially designed for internal use by law enforcement, Virtual Viewer maximizes information stored in disparate databases from many different agencies throughout specific regions. Orion Communications adds Virtual Viewer to its browser-based Agency Web public safety product suite. With ...
Officer-involved shootings; Uncovering clues with 3D diagramming.
May 01, 2008; ... It is 1:17 a.m. on a balmy summer morning at a 24-hour convenience store on Market Street, in San Francisco, and a robbery is in progress. The calm store owner is able to gently push a silent security alarm button beneath the counter with his left knee without being noticed. It's a good ...
Sighting in the dark.(FIREARMS TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2008; ... Interest in night vision gear and what it offers to law enforcement and civilian users has increased. The first Gulf War made most realize that night vision has revolutionized the modern battlefield and is a crucial advantage exploited by U.S. armed forces. As often happens with ...
Deconstructing the KRISS Vector submachine gun.(FIREARMS REVIEW)
May 01, 2008; ... The KRISS Vector is to weapons what the M 16 was to lever-action rifles. Lever-action rifles were a far cry more efficient than, say, muskets. Am I exaggerating? If so, it's not by much. The KRISS Vector really is the next step in weapon design evolution--and I expect that some day, in the ...
A vision in holster technology.(FIREARMS REVIEW)
May 01, 2008; ... When manufacturers first began attaching tactical lights to handguns, most experts immediately identified the holster paradox. It was faster to have the tactical light already attached to the handgun on a high-risk call. Officers would draw their guns early while the tactical light was in ...
Enforcement Expo offers free training to attendees.(ENFORCEMENT On the job solutions for law enforcement EXPO)
May 01, 2008 ... A big goal of Enforcement Expo, August 12 to 13 in Columbus, Ohio, is to provide expert training and timely discussion for professionals in the field. This year, in an effort to reach even more law enforcement professionals in the Great Lakes region, expo conferences will be offered free ...
Genetec ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... has been selected by five police departments in Texas, including Houston and Montgomery ...
Strix systems ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... deployed its Strix Access/One wireless mesh network in the City of ...
TriTech software systems ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... announces the implementation of its VisiCAD Command and VisiNet Mobile solutions at Santa Barbara ...
Ruger issues safety recall.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Sturm, Ruger & Company Inc. has issued a product safety warning and recall notice for its Ruger SR9 pistols manufactured between October 2007 and April 2008. In a release on April 9, Ruger stated that under certain conditions the pistols can fire if dropped with the manual safety in the ...
Non-profit org offers assistance for identity theft.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), a non-profit organization, now provides Breach Response Services including recommendations for notification letters, first responder training, Web site FAQs and assistance in establishing clear communications by the breached entity as part of its ...
Sequel highlights officers' on-the-job memoirs.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... A sequel to the 2004 collection of real-life police stories contains 61 new stories written by police officers from across the country. Edited by Lt. Randy Sutton of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, True Blue: To Protect and Serve has stories about the entire spectrum of ...
Winners of story contest receive total of $12.000.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... Elbeco Inc. has announced the winners of its "Every Elbeco Uniform Tells a Story" contest, which invited public safety professionals to submit stories in which their actions in the line of duty made a significant difference in a citizen's life. Twenty finalists received a $100 credit with ...
Bill authorizes grants to reduce recidivism.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... A bill designed to reduce recidivism by providing offenders with resources post incarceration was passed by Congress in March. The Second Chance Act includes key elements of President Bush's Prisoner Reentry Initiative, which will authorize various grants to government agencies and ...
Tactical training courses expanded.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2008 ... McMillan has expanded the tactical training courses offered in its Operator Development division. The list of open courses now includes training in categories such as anti-terrorism, basic or advanced sniper shooting, ballistics, barrier research and many more. Programs are designed for ...