Law Enforcement Technology back issues from November 2008:
The numbers don't lie.(EDITOR'S LOG)
Nov 01, 2008 ... The initial numbers are indelible: 8:46 a.m. and 9:02 a.m. The time the burning towers stood: 56 minutes and 102 minutes. The time they took to fall: 12 seconds. From there, they ripple out, reports New York Magazine about the September 11, 2001, terror attacks. [ILLUSTRATION ...
More ways to use officer.com.
Nov 01, 2008 ... Post On Our Forums forums.officer.com/forums Voice your opinions about everything from equipment to training to life on the street. Check Out the Video Network ...
JVote results.
Nov 01, 2008 ... <Pre> What do you consider minimum acceptable capacity for an off-duty gun? 5 (14%) 8 (12%) 7 (9%) 6 (11%) 9 ...
Talking to tipsters Web sites and test messages allow valuable, anonymous communication.
Nov 01, 2008; ... For years, an officer answered the phone at his desk and wrote crime tips by hand. Today, telephone answering services record tips and electronically forward them where they need to go. While landline telephone technology has advanced over time, other technologies useful for gathering tips ...
Mounted LED lighthead.
Nov 01, 2008 ... Whelen Engineering Co.'s Super-LED lighthead, the LINZ6, is a sub-compact, full-featured LED lighthead with a wide-angle light spread that can be mounted virtually anywhere. The unit has minimal current draw and was designed for ...
Digital inspection camera.
Nov 01, 2008 ... The RIDGID microEXPLORER Digital Inspection Camera handheld video inspection system allows law enforcement officers to take quality digital images and record video onto a secure digital (SD) card inserted into the integrated SD slot in the unit. It can capture JPEG ...
Porn image database & detection tool.
Nov 01, 2008 ... An image hash value functions much like a digital fingerprint, allowing the SurfRecon Elite pornography-detection tool to quickly and accurately categorize image files found on a computer system. SurfRecon categorizes image hash values to achieve two goals: First, it ...
Warming jacket liner.
Nov 01, 2008 ... As part of Watershed's Storm Force/Gore-Tex configurable garment system, the VARI-HOT zip-in liner has an added 25 to 35 degrees of comfort range replacing the single use-type garments. Its lightweight rechargeable battery can heat for 11 hours at a low setting, and recharges ...
Handheld biometric system.
Nov 01, 2008 ... The Cogent Fusion handheld device is a lightweight (1.2 pounds), wireless, multi-modal biometric collection and identification solution. Built to military MIL-STD-810 and Ingress Protection standards to handle stringent conditions, the Fusion is equipped with full multi-modal ...
Emergency vehicle speaker.
Nov 01, 2008 ... SoundOff Signal's 100D Series Professional Speaker has undergone grueling testing for dust, high and low temperature tolerance, water, salt and vibration so its users know this rugged speaker will stand up to all kinds of environmental conditions ....
The mobile device investigator's toolbox: what works best for newbies, what requires more training, and how to tell the difference.
Nov 01, 2008; ... These days, virtually every major criminal activity leaves evidence--images, text messages, call records and more--on mobile devices. Yet for the investigator who knows only the basics or less about how to recover this evidence, building a strong case can be difficult--especially after the ...
The MobileCite[TM].(E-Citation System)
Nov 01, 2008 ... "MY RADAR DETECTOR MUST BE ...
Cargo Caddy maximizes SUV space.(Showcase Vehicle Organization)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Adamson Industries' SUV Cargo Caddy offers an economical solution for storing equipment in the rear cargo areas of SUV public safety vehicles. The sturdy Cargo Caddy is accessed with a steel latch handle. It includes a two-drawer storage unit with two removable dividers to ...
Durable trunk organizer.(Showcase Vehicle Organization)
Nov 01, 2008 ... The Full Width Trunk Mounting Tray from Cruisers Inc. holds up to 200 pounds at full extension. The mounting tray increases trunk storage space by providing a secure sliding trunk mounting platform ...
Tactical vehicle storage.(Showcase Vehicle Organization)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Tactical & Survival Specialties' Tactical Vehicle Kit provides access to critical equipment for a mobile combat environment. Designed as customizable seat covers available for the HUMMVV and popular law ...
Vehicle headrest printer mount.(Show case Vehicle Organization)
Nov 01, 2008 ... CAB Solutions introduces the VHR (vehicle headrest) mount for law enforcement vehicles. The VHR mount allows a Ledco printer armrest to be mounted in easy reach and in place of the passenger side headrest. This solution appears to be a headrest, but actually contains a printer and ...
Vehicle storage.(Show case Vhicle Organization)
Nov 01, 2008 ... This Extendo Bed, in use for a bomb squad, is set up as a command post. There is a fold-down table and tip-out map board on each side in addition to locking drawers. The Extendo Bed allows any type of equipment or command center to be suspended from the rear of vehicles for easy access ....
Running Michigan's gauntlet: pushing the 2009 police vehicle models to the peak of their potential.
Nov 01, 2008; ... September. Michigan, The morning sun has burnt off the dew. Stacks of tires anxiously await each corner of the day--yet dread every burning screech. The sounds of years of vehicle engineering rev and almost roar out to the track, "Bring It On." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...
Electronic locks to secure evidence.(Showcase Evidence Handling & Storage)
Nov 01, 2008 ... CyberLock offers a powerful and affordable solution to help law enforcement agencies control and audit access to their evidence and property storage rooms. A department can quickly convert door lock hardware to a full-featured access control system simply by replacing the mechanical ...
Narcotics storage box.(Showcase Evidence Handling & Storage)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Narcotic access can now be controlled and its access audited with the new Knox MedVault With this drug locker, controlled substances are secured until authorized personnel access them via their unique PIN code. An audit trail showing the time, date and PIN code is recorded each time the ...
Sperm identification system.(Showcase Evidence Handling & Storage)
Nov 01, 2008 ... The SPERM HYLITER Package, a new product from The McCrone Group, in partnership with Independent Forensics DNA Testing & Technologies, is a sperm identification and imaging system that permits dramatically faster, simpler, and more efficient sperm identification in sexual assault cases ....
Print lifting kit.(Showcase vidence Handling & Storage)
Nov 01, 2008 ... The new ACCUTRANS STARTER KIT includes self-mixing cartridges in transparent, white and brown casting silicone, plus mixing tips, spreader tips, dispensing gun and spatulas in a convenient transport case. AccuTrans polyvinylsiloxane casting material will not distort or smudge and maintains ...
Returning results with FIDO programs.(DRUG IDENTIFICATION TECHNOLOGY)
Nov 01, 2008; ... Imagine what would happen for preliminary hearings if a relatively small amount of narcotics didn't need to be sent to the crime lab for analysis. Instead, a plastic bag containing what looks like cocaine could be examined and tested by a specially trained and certified law enforcement ...
Jail operations and images software.(CORRECTIONS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Spillman Technologies' Sentryx 6.0 makes it easier for agencies to manage jail operations and use digital images in records and investigations. Sentryx 6.0 boasts a user-friendly architecture that provides correctional officers with a modern interface and standardized features and tools ....
Hand restraint system.(CORRECTIONS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... This product can be used by law enforcement, Bureau of Prisons, the military, airlines, bus lines, juvenile detention centers, hospitals, bounty hunters and immigration officers. KuFBag Inc. provides a restraint system utilized in the transportation of a person from point A to B and ...
See-through backpack.(CORRECTIONS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... The Yukon Large Clear Backpack is ClearBackpacks.com's largest non-rolling clear bag measuring 12 inches by 17 inches by 5.5 inches with three generous pockets in the front and a utility pocket on the side. The Yukon bag offers: extra thick vinyl, more ...
Waste cleaning agent.(CORRECTIONS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Essential for law enforcement agents, Urine Off Odor & Stain Remover from Bio-Pro Research uses two environmentally friendly bio-enzymatic technologies to permanently destroy urine odor and stains as well as other body fluids, ...
Concealable spike protection.(CORRECTIONS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Point Blank Body Armor's concealable vest offers the maximum in spike protection, comfort and maneuverability. Created for high risk situations, the MAXX Corrections vest provides extended coverage below the neck, wider coverage in the chest and back, removable over-the-shoulder spike ...
Beyond the paper chase.(COMMUNICATIONS SPOTLIGHT)(Interview)
Nov 01, 2008; ... Alternative methods for responding to low priority calls have ranged from taking walk-in reports, mail-in reports and staffing call centers. While these methods have addressed the need of freeing up patrol officers from paperwork, they still require a significant amount of time and ...
Network investigation software update.(Computers & Software)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Northwest Performance Software Inc.'s NetScanTooIs Pro 10.70 is an all-in-one network discovery and information gathering toolkit for network administrators, security specialists, network training instructors and law enforcement investigators. Pro 10.7 includes enhanced DNS query tools ...
Portable CD/DVD burner.(Computers & Software)
Nov 01, 2008 ... EZPnP's EZDigiMagic portable DVD burner offers a simple, one-touch operation for copying digital files directly from memory cards to CD/DVD discs without a computer. With the USB host function, officers can connect ...
Peer-to-peer software.(Computers & Software)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Symantec's Peer to Peer (P2P) NAC capability adds a twist to computer security: It can restrict groups of endpoints deploying Symantec NAC software to talk only to other endpoints in their group, and other endpoints that meet security policy requirements. The software ...
In-vehicle mobile computer.(Computers & Software)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Mentor Engineering offers Ranger, a rugged mobile computer with an inte-[ grated suite of options. The internal wireless modem supports data and voice 1 communications on GPRS and CDMA networks. Ranger can accommodate hands-free voice calling and turn-by-turn driving prompts with ...
Ultra mobile notebook.(Computers & Software)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Available from Panasonic Computer Solutions Co., the ultra mobile PC Toughbook CF-Ul integrates the low power Intel Atom processor in a rugged handheld computer for use in the field. With the introduction of the portable Toughbook CF-Ul, remote workers are able to connect to critical ...
Controlling fleet expenses by buying fuel?(FLEET TECHNOLOGY)
Nov 01, 2008; ... An economic downturn and unstable fuel costs are just two of the reasons people are tightening their Wallets. Law enforcement administrators are experiencing much the same thing as the agencies they serve struggle to meet increasing demands with decreasing resources. Knowing when and where ...
Fighting in the hole.(FIREARMS TACTICS)
Nov 01, 2008; ... Statistically, an officer is most likely to have to make a lethal force decision at contact distance more than any other moment. The problem is, there is often a training disconnect when it comes to preparing officers for these incidents. "Fighting in the hole" refers to the use of force ...
Assessing property management needs.(EVIDENCE TECHNOLOGY)(Interview)
Nov 01, 2008; ... All too often, missing, mishandled or hard-to-find property and evidence jeopardizes the reputation and hard work of law enforcement agencies. Seemingly airtight cases can fall apart when evidentiary chains-of-custody are questioned. Furthermore, disorganized, over-crowded and inefficient ...
ActionAirgun LLC.(Website SHOWCASE)
Nov 01, 2008 ... To challenge the best shooters in the world, you need more than guts--you need the right gear. Put your skills to the ultimate test with ActionAirgun--an action target shooting sport that utilizes the internet to create a heart pounding global competition. Just download the ...
C.J. Weapons Accessories.(Website SHOWCASE)
Nov 01, 2008 ... M.C.J. Weapons Accessories you will find accessories for your AR-15; MlV MIA; Garand; and SKS. Including; Broken Shell Extractors, Chamber Maid Kits, the BoreStay a bore guide for the ...
Damascus Protective Gear.(Website SHOWCASE)
Nov 01, 2008 ... The Damascus Protective Gear website offers considerable detail on the most complete glove and protective gear selection in the business. The website features all product specs and photos, as well as a variety of helpful info ...
Concept Seating.(Website SHOWCASE)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Concept Seating committed to providing sophisticated seating 24/7. Intensive use chairs as well as vehicle seating, with unparalleled durability while addressing the need that sparked the ...
Communications-applied technology tactical repeater ICRI-2PF[TM].(Website SHOWCASE)
Nov 01, 2008 ... C-AT's radio interoperability products bridge dissimilar equipment, bands and frequencies allowing homeland security, public safety, and military' first-responders to have immediate, on-scene tactical communications. Newest product is the Incident Commanders' Radio Interface (2PE), which ...
EFJohnson.(Website SHOWCASE)
Nov 01, 2008 ... EFJohnson provides two-way radios and communication systems for law enforcement, fire fighters, military, and EMS. Founded in 1923, EFJohnson was one of the first companies to be fully compliant with Project 25 interoperability standards. Our digital and analog solutions are the ...
Ray Allen Mfg.--professional K-9 equipment.(WebsiteSHOWCASE)(Website overview)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Ray Allen's NEW website makes it easy to shop our extensive canine training product line. You'll find innovatively constructed Bite Suits and Training Sleeves; the safest and most advanced K9 Transportation Units and Deployment Systems; and finely crafted Collars, ...
Stratton hats.(WebsiteSHOWCASE)
Nov 01, 2008 ... When looking for uniform or western hats, visit Stratton Hats' Web site. For over half a century, Stratton has been the leader in quality headwear. Stratton provides felt and straw uniform hats, fur caps, and accessories for federal, state and local ...
Calendar.(Calendar)
Nov 01, 2008 ... DECEMBER 1-5 ... Level II Thermography Training, Boston, Massachusetts. To learn more, go to www.infra-redtraining.com. 1-19 ... Police Motorcycle Instructor Training, Arlington, Texas. For additional details, visit www.nucps.northwestern.edu. 2-3 ... ...
Arizona Police Association ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Arizona Police Association ... and the Arizona Legislative Initiative have successfully petitioned to create a grant that ...
Armor Holdings Products LLC ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Armor Holdings Products LLC ... has agreed to pay $30 million to the United States to resolve ...
Bryant & Stratton College ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Bryant & Stratton College ... Bryant & Stratton College ... has developed a criminal justice ...
Remington Arms Co. Inc.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Remington Arms Co. Inc. ... has teamed with a specialist in the firearms, ammunition and tactical ...
Verizon Wireless ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Verizon Wireless ... recently donated 100 prepaid wireless phones to the Domestic Violence Bureau at the Kings County District ...
Study: officer's shift, gender affect stress.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... A University of Buffalo researcher's study of police work patterns and stress showed a quarter of female police officers and nearly as many male officers assigned to shift work had thought about taking their own lives. Unexpected among the findings was the difference between male and ...
Gov't program seeks award nominations.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, a program that works to protect the employment rights of members of the National Guard and Reserve deployed both at home and overseas, is seeking nominations for the 2009 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award ....
Grant created for SRO education.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... A video surveillance solution company has announced that it will donate $10,000 for school resource officers' (SROs') continuing education with the ultimate goal of protecting schools. Wren, a provider of enterprise video management solutions since 1983, will provide $10,000 ...
New Yorkers scammed by fraudulent online auctions.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... Online auction fraud ranks first among the types of complaints New York state consumers make about the Internet to state and federal officials. According to a recent statewide survey by Consumer Reports Web Watch, the Internet integrity division of Consumers Union, the non-profit publisher ...
CIS study: ICE helps fight gang activity.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
Nov 01, 2008 ... A new Center for Immigration Studies Backgrounder finds that immigration law enforcement has been highly effective in fighting gang activity around the country. Local law enforcement agencies that shun involvement with immigration law enforcement are missing an opportunity to protect their ...
On cameras.(MANAGING IN THE MILLENNIUM)
Nov 01, 2008; ... Have you ever watched an episode of the television series "To Catch A Predator?" Even if you say you haven't, I'm betting you have. I know I've watched it on occasion. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Two things strike me about this show: There are a lot of really stupid ...