Law Enforcement Technology back issues from May 2009:
Grant-writing pitfalls.(EDITOR'S LOG)
May 01, 2009; ... Part of our mission at Law Enforcement Technology is to provide our readers with useful, vital information on law enforcement's critical issues--because those things that keep you up at night keep us up at night, too. For this reason, we have been targeting cost-saving measures for ...
Telling your officers where to go--and how to get there: the communications center is the heart and soul of an agency's operations.
May 01, 2009; ... Before the lights and sirens, before the boots on the ground, before the storyline moves fast enough to have a middle and an ending, it must first have a beginning. And that beginning starts with calls routed to tiny cubicles tucked into corners of old buildings, or sprawling modern ...
Lightweight pants.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2009 ... Taclite TDU Pants, like the 5.11 TDU Pant, have generously sized cargo pockets with divided magazine compartments. At 6.14 ounces, the pants are strong, yet lighter than 5.11's standard TDUs, making the Taclite version more comfortable for the summer months. The self-adjusting comfort ...
Layered video capture, share and management system.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2009 ... TASER's AXON tactical computer system gives officers the ability to record exactly what they see, from their visual perspective. Evidence.com, designed to accompany AXON, turns geospatial multi-media evidence, such as GPS-tagged video, into visual dashboards and tactical maps with full ...
Switchless dispatch unit.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2009 ... EF Johnson Technologies Inc. highlights its new product for first responders, StarGate Dispatch Console, the next generation in IP-based dispatch consoles. StarGate is designed for IP control and connectivity in a Project 25 trunked and conventional ...
Out-of-sight holster.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2009 ... Built from a viscous material, the ambidextrous Nemesis Cargo Holster Style M52 was designed to fit the thigh pocket of most cargo pants. The sticky M52, from DeSantis Holster & Leather Goods Co., will not move out of pocket position. The Nemesis Cargo keeps a ...
Toxic gas monitor.(PRODUCTS & TECHNOLOGY)
May 01, 2009 ... The portable Altair 4 Multigas Detector, by MSA, has an optional MotionAlert feature should the user become disabled due to unforeseen hazards. The Altair unit, which received EU toxic gas approval in ...
HazSWAT changed? Combining hazmat and SWAT training for tactical operators.
May 01, 2009; ... CBRNE (chemical biological, radiological, nuclear or explosive) might bring to mind Three Mile Island and dirty bombs. Although these environments are classified as hazardous, officers may find themselves in a myriad of other situations, such as surrounded by the toxic dust at Ground Zero, ...
Sighting in: agencies place prank-calling perpetrators in the crosshairs.
May 01, 2009; ... "Bone chilling." These are the words Investigator Brian Sims of California's Orange County Sheriff's Department uses to describe the incident that unraveled March 29, 2007. On this evening, Doug and Stacey Bates went to bed with their two-year-old daughters safely ...
The brain's hidden agenda: neuroimages can reveal physical explanations for violent, impulsive behavior. But does this technology have the power to excuse the accused?
May 01, 2009; ... In the book, "The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat," written by neurologist Oliver Sacks, a man suffering from a neurological disorder called visual agnosia tries to pull his wife's head off--thinking it's her hat. The story is true, its theme detailing a number of cases where brain ...
Fast biometric ID.(Showcase)
May 01, 2009 ... Neurotechnology's MegaMatcher Accelerator is a packaged hardware and software solution for extremely fast 1 - to-many (1:N) biometric fingerprint and face matching applications, such as database duplicate searches. MegaMatcher Accelerator includes MegaMatcher multi-biometric identification ...
Write blocker.(Showcase)
May 01, 2009 ... The Super DriveLock write blocker is designed for forensic data analysis applications. Intelligent Computer Solutions combines the most common drive interfaces (SATA, IDE, SCSI and USB) found in the market today with a fast eSATA connection to forensics workstations. It is a true ...
Forensic analysis.(Showcase)
May 01, 2009 ... Biomatrica's STR boost lets forensic scientists enhance their multiplex STR analysis by addressing challenging samples such as trace evidence, low copy number, degraded samples and those containing inhibitory factors. It eliminates the need to repeat amplification reactions and helps ...
Forensic inspection kit.(Showcase)
May 01, 2009 ... Designed for crime scene investigation, gathering potential evidence and forensic laboratory work, Spectronics' OFK-6000 OPTIMAX Multi-Lite LED Forensic Inspection Kit features a flashlight with six Qwik-Connect interchangeable LED lamp heads and three snap-on contrast filters. The ...
Restore damaged video.(Showcase)
May 01, 2009 ... VideoFOCUS Pro 3.0 from Salient Stills turns shaky, fuzzy, grainy and damaged videos into court-worthy movies and still images. Its intuitive software speeds and simplifies the video editing process so that technically difficult tasks are reduced to a few easy steps. Videos captured by ...
Handheld AFIS connectivity.(Showcase)
May 01, 2009 ... The Motorola Mobile AFIS on the MC70/75 with biometric attachment enables the capture of fingerprints (up to 10 fingers) and facial images (MC75 only) with speed and accuracy. The GSA FIPS 201 certified finger print sensor enables the capture of high quality images in most environmental ...
Pressing record.
May 01, 2009; ... The video camera, in its many forms, has integrated itself into law enforcement's day-to-day practices and tactics. From recording harrowing clips of dangerous interactions at traffic stops to peering into a barricaded room to capturing the drug deal in the dark, the video camera can ...
Mobile video: portable video recording.(Show case)
May 01, 2009 ... MotoCam 360's Shockbox system records audio and video and stores data on SD media, which can later be downloaded to department computers via USB. The package can be configured to power directly from the vehicle with a RAM-mounted Sony bullet camera, or can be ordered with 10 hours of ...
Digital recording control via MDTs.(Show case)
May 01, 2009 ... With ICOP Digital Inc.'s 20/20 Vision, agencies can integrate the functionality of the ICOP Model 20/20-W into their existing law enforcement vehicle Mobile Data Terminals (MDTs). With easy-to-deploy flexible installation ...
Hi-resolution record and streaming.(Show case)
May 01, 2009 ... RGB Spectrum's Multicast Video Server model MVS-400 is a fully integrated, high-performance system for simultaneously recording, storing and distributing up to 24 channels of high-resolution, real-time imagery using ...
Interface for DVR and Digital Sentry.(Showcase)
May 01, 2009 ... Pelco's DS ControlPoint V1.5 interfaces with the DX Series DVRs (DX4500, DX4600, DX8000, DX8100), as well as all Digital Sentry DVMS. The ControlPoint graphical user interface allows users to monitor and manage any combination of analog and IP ...
One-switcher for DVI and RGB outputs.(Show case)
May 01, 2009 ... RGB Spectrum's Linx family of routing switchers expands with the Linx 3300 Cross Format switcher. A switching solution for environments with both DVI and analog RGB sources, model 3300 supports both signals on every input channel. Linx 3300 is integrated, unlike solutions that offer two ...
Instant viewing access.(Show case)
May 01, 2009 ... Send live video, stereo audio and six channels of bi-directional data through any cell system to the Internet with the Colby Cellular VideoModem. Then, from any Windows PC with Internet, view video by entering an IP address and ...
In-car video system.(Show case)
May 01, 2009 ... Martel's digital in-car video system, the DVD PARTNER, records directly to DVDs inside the police car and plays back on a regular DVD player. The system has no hard drive and can ...
The RadTruck stops here: SUV-mounted radiation detection monitors take counterterrorism to the streets.
May 01, 2009; ... Imagine being able to detect a radiation source no larger than a grain of sand, determine whether it's lethal 137cesium or the harmless potassium found in a banana in an instant while cruising past at street speed in a police Blazer. Radiation detection devices called Adaptable ...
High-tech stalking: GPS devices, IP sniffers and even identity theft are used to harass victims. How do investigators get evidence to build a case?
May 01, 2009; ... When they hear the term "stalking,: many people think of an obessed fan standing for days outside his or her favorite star's house. But stalking affects a variety of people in many life situations--and in recent years, has gone high-tech. Disgruntled employees pose as their bosses to post ...
Going after a piece of the pie.(FUNDING SOLUTIONS)
May 01, 2009; ... With the new administration in Washington, D.C., the rules of the grant game are changing--and fast. Are you taking steps now to be ready to claim your stake in the seeming windfall of money? In order to assist in your grant-acquiring efforts, LET put together this list of what is ...
Web-based document management solution.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2009 ... New features of eBridge Solutions' document management solution, the eBridge Solutions 4.0, include an automatic scanner detector, enhanced TIFF viewer, improved optical character recognition and greater data encryption. The ...
Rugged laptop.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2009 ... The GD8000 notebook by General Dynamics Itronix is designed for high-performance computing in extreme temperatures, humidity, dust and rain-soaked environments. The GD8000 survived multiple 42-inch hard surface drops, operated after 4 hours in the rain and successfully ...
Risk analysis investigation software.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2009 ... MuseGlobal collaborated with Capgemini Government Solutions LLC to provide flexible content integration technology to connect, collaborate on, analyze, investigate and identify public safety risks. Using MuseGlobal's smart content connectors, law enforcement agencies will be able to ...
Computer-less file downloader.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2009 ... The EZDigiMagic model DM220-U08, from EZPNP USA, allows law enforcement personnel to download digital photo and video evidence from memory cards and USB flash drives directly to CD or DVD discs without using a computer. The burner supports all major memory card formats and makes it easy to ...
Active VoIP recording.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2009 ... ASC's new version of EVOip for Cisco is an active VoIP recording solution that combines SIP and XML and executes VoIP recording using SIP with data stored in an XML format. It provides real-time call tagging and enhanced ...
Toughbook 52 update.(Computers & Software)
May 01, 2009 ... Panasonic Computer Solutions Co. has upgraded its Panasonic Toughbook 52 semi-rugged notebook. The Toughbook 52 now includes a touchscreen option with an integrated stylus holder and a 1,000-nit anti-glare and anti-reflective screen for sunlight viewability. For dark ...
Reliable communications in unreliable conditions.(COMMUNICATIONS SPOTLIGHT)
May 01, 2009; ... It seems every few years or so, emergency response technology is truly pushed to its limits by the destructive forces of nature, often exposing crucial weaknesses in the communication infrastructure. The United States may forever be haunted by the events that took place immediately after ...
Calendar.(Conference news)(Calendar)
May 01, 2009 ... MAY 18-22 ... Cargo Theft Seminar, Miami, Fla. To learn more, go to www.mdpdtraining.com. JUNE 1-3 ... 10th Annual Innovative Technologies for Community Corrections Conference, San Diego, Calif. For more information visit ...
Spillman technologies ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2009 ... Spillman Technologies ... is providing Iredell County Sheriff's ...
Defenshield Inc ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2009 ... Defenshield Inc ... announces the launch of its new Web site, ...
W.L. Gore & Associates' ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2009 ... W.L. Gore & Associates' ... GORE CHEMPAK Selectively Permeable Fabric has been selected as the ...
Intransa ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2009 ... Intransa ... has been selected by Garland Power & Light, a southwestern municipal ...
Leica's ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2009 ... Leica's ... ScanStation 2 3D laser scanning system was purchased by ...
Safariland ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2009 ... Safariland ... inducted Alexandria (Va.) Officer Kyle Russel into its "Legion of Life" program that honors ...
U.S. Armor ...(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2009 ... U.S. Armor ... has appointed MAE Export Management, a division of MAE ...
Nat'l vehicle info system available to police.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2009 ... The U.S. Department of Justice recently created a way to increase law enforcement's ability to combat vehicle-related crimes. Now officers can access details contained in the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) through the secure Regional Information Sharing Systems ...
Groups collaborate to stage mock riot.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
May 01, 2009 ... The West Virginia High Technology Consortium Foundation, the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), and the National Corrections and Law Enforcement Training and Technology Center (NCLETTC) annually host a Mock Prison Riot on the grounds of the former West Virginia Penitentiary in ...
Elected officials.(MANAGING IN THE MILLENNIUM)
May 01, 2009; ... I always appreciate hearing from readers, and sometimes I find a message so good I need to share it. That's the case with the one I received from Chief Scott Gooding of the Broward County (Fla.) Sheriff's Office. Chief Gooding commented on some of my suggestions for getting ...