November/December 2025

Firearms training for some law enforcement officers suggest targeting the pelvic girdle when a center mass shot isn't an option. But this unlikely target just below the midsection...

If you’re not training emergency vehicle operations annually, you’re opening your agency to some large potential liability challenges.

What on- and off-duty gear should you get for that special police officer this Christmas? Your law enforcement someone will enjoy receiving these items for the holidays or any...

For the sixth year, OFFICER Magazine presents the Officer Station Design Awards, showcasing law enforcement and public safety facilities from across the country.

Testing it over the course of the week, the Guardian Duty Holster exhibited zero challenges with holstering or presenting the weapon during testing, both with and without a mounted...

OFFICER Magazine announced the winners of its sixth annual OFFICER Station Design Awards (OSDA) program, which recognizes outstanding architecture and design from law enforcement...

This facility was a Notable in the Law Enforcement Facilities III category of the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Tulsa Police Department Heliport, ...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities III  Bronze Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Lee's Summit Police South Substation...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities III  Silver Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Henrico County Police South Station...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities III Gold Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Avondale Police Detention, Substation &...

This facility was a Notable in the Law Enforcement Facilities II category of the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Montgomery County 6th District Police...

This facility was a Notable in the Law Enforcement Facilities II category of the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Lexington Police Headquarters Project...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities II Bronze Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Woodridge Police Department Project City...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities II  Bronze Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: South Elgin Public Safety Center ...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities II Silver Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Royse City Police Department Project City...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities II Silver Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Downers Grove Police Department Project...

This facility was a Notable in the Law Enforcement Facilities I category of the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Wicomico County Public Safety Building...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities I Bronze Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Lynnwood Community Justice Center Project...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities I Bronze Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Longview Police Department Project City/...

This facility received the Law Enforcement Facilities I Silver Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Mansfield Police Department Project City...

This facility was a Notable in the Public Safety Centers category of the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: MHA Nation EOC and TAT Fire Management Operation...

This facility received the Public Safety Centers Bronze Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Carlton Civic Center Project City/State: Carlton...

This facility received the Public Safety Centers Silver Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Rosemount Police Station & Public Works Facility...

This facility received the Public Safety Centers Silver Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Sandy Springs Police Headquarters & Municipal...

This facility received the Public Safety Centers Gold Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Silverton Civic Center Project City/State: Silverton...

This facility received the Public Safety Centers Silver Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Baytown Public Safety Campus Project City/State...

This facility received the Public Safety Centers Silver Award in the 2025 Officer Station Design Awards. Official Project Name: Town of Gilbert Police Dispatch Center Expansion...

The Michigan State Police Precision Driving Unit’s Vehicle & Motorcycle Evaluations put the 2026 models to the test.

Every accident has a minimum of three impacts — don't create four or more by failing to secure your equipment properly.

Holy cow, but this is a packed issue! Welcome to the Christmas season (as you receive this issue) and our OFFICER issue that’s chock-full of information on so many topics...

The EOTECH BinoNV-W-S with Wilcox G24 Mount, available through Safeware, is a compact, lightweight dual-tube night vision goggle system designed for professional tactical use....

Veritone iDEMS is a suite of AI-powered applications, forming an AI-powered intelligent digital evidence management system that helps you quickly access, search, manage, organize...

Developed for today’s highly mobile military, security, and public safety entities, fats AR from InVeris enables tactical training with virtual targets in real locations...

The Sidewinder X from Streamlight Inc. is a high-output, multi-fuel military flashlight designed for a variety of task illumination needs, with four LED color options and intensity...

Built for demanding tactical missions, Garmont Tactical's T8 DEFENSE LE delivers superior protection, durability, and long-lasting comfort for extended wear in challenging environments...

The Point Blank Duty Gear Patrol Belt System includes the duty belt, loop inner belt, reversible belt liner, belt hanger and two Tac-Wraps. It is a complete modular platform with...

LEMUR 2 from BRINC is specially designed to enable law enforcement and public safety professionals to survey areas too dangerous to send a person, assess a threat profile, and...

The Aimpoint Duty RDS MR is a compact and rugged reflex sight featuring Aimpoint’s new multi-reticle system. Built to withstand the demands of law enforcement - the DUTY...

Prepared by Axon supercharges operational efficiency with the transformative power of AI. Agencies can relieve routine burdens and holistically enhance emergency response. Eliminate...

Discover how cutting-edge 3D technology is transforming shooting incident reconstructions. Join FARO and Officer.com to see how FARO® Zone 3D software helps law enforcement document...

PureForge Atomic-Forged Brake Rotors reduces brake dust, prolongs pad life, and minimizes lifecycle costs, delivering measurable ROI for fleet managers focused on total cost of...

The Lenco BearCat G2 is built from the ground up to help law enforcement officers resolve the most challenging scenarios safely and efficiently. A large floorplan gives 10-12 ...

CrimeTracer Gen3 from SoundThinking unifies your CAD/RMS, other internal systems, and partner data with essential public records. Linking more than a billion records from over...

SoundThinking today announced CrimeTracer Gen3, the third generation and most significant upgrade in the product’s history. This release introduces more than a dozen new capabilities...

Assist gets smarter with new private, secure AI tools to help officers build and verify police reports and verbally search for information on the go

Siren K9 is an AI companion designed to transform the way investigators uncover threats and connections. Inspired by the legendary police dog, K9 is fast, dependable, and mission...

TRULEO Analyst is trusted by more than 1,100 law enforcement agencies. The agentic AI platform tool serves police chiefs and administrative staff. AI Analyst is tailored to address...

Vector Scheduling offers callbacks, shift bidding, and more making it easy to stay compliant and maintain officer safety.

Steady technology growth for law enforcement agencies takes leadership over time. These strategies can help departments keep from falling behind.

The Versaterm Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) is an upgraded version of the company’s flagship MDT application that offers a more streamlined and user-friendly experience...

Learn how to deploy a successful real-time crime center in your city with the right planning, technology, and partnerships.

Today's wealth of data offers opportunities for police departments to maximize efficiency, transparency and accountability. Read this ebook to learn how fleet solutions support...

Join us for this Officer QuickChat, as Editor in Chief Frank Borelli checks in with Micah Dickman, VP of Revenue at Urban SDK, for an engaging talk on using Urban SDK to Transform...

Discover how nitazenes—synthetic opioids up to 40x stronger than fentanyl—are fueling a new wave in the overdose crisis.

The TacTec Trainer Weight Vest is an innovative fitness accessory designed to help you push your limits and unleash your inner savage. Made from durable 600D polyester, this weight...

Training Restraints from ASP Inc. feature the exact same design, materials and construction as the standard Ultra Cuffs, but with a special lock set that disengages when subjected...

The Responder drone and Responder Station charging nest from BRINC is purpose-built hardware designed for Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations. BRINC’s integrated DFR...

Axon VR revolutionizes training by eliminating the need for dedicated training spaces and complex equipment, allowing agencies to reclaim downtime and improve knowledge retention...

Targets used with Action Target’s Track Runner are mounted to a trolley that runs on a special track on the ground or inverted from an overhead structure. This approach ...

FaSTR DNA from STRmix is an expert forensic software that rapidly analyzes DNA profiles and can assign a Number of Contributors (NoC) estimate..FaSTR DNA expedites the analysis...