By Dr. Chuck Russo, D.C. Rand, and Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
Communication between all levels of law enforcement agencies is essential to counterterrorism efforts. Learn how fusion centers, joint terrorism task forces, and intelligence databases can help uncover terrorist threats.
By Dr. Chuck Russo, Jeremy Nikolow, and Carrie Courtney
Law enforcement often has trouble handling interactions with individuals with mental health issues. To remedy this and to help with media scrutiny, the designation of a mental health agency liaison officer can help tremendously.
In this short video, AMU’s Dr. Chuck Russo shares insight as a former background investigator about the top three things agencies look for when hiring an officer, the most common mistakes applicants make, and how they can prepare for the in-person interview.
By Dr. Chuck Russo and Katherine C. Russo
Direct-to-consumer genealogy testing services have been behind some of law enforcement’s recent cold case breakthroughs. Learn how investigators have successfully utilized these services and how privacy concerns must be incorporated into future considerations.
By Dr. Chuck Russo
What happens when police officers are unable to return to work because of PTSD? Are these officers eligible for pension benefits based solely on a psychological injury? Find out why it remains a complicated issue and what obstacles stand in the way.
By Dr. Chuck Russo
In recent years, many steps have been taken to address suicide among public safety professionals, but are we reaching all that need help? Find out what more needs to be done to help both active members and those who have left the force.
By Dr. Chuck Russo
Recruiting the right individuals can be a daunting task for agencies and one that takes up valuable time and resources. Learn how a Mobile Application Team (MAT) can help streamline the process by quickly eliminating unqualified applicants early on.
By Dr. Chuck Russo and Kevin Duffy
Does a police officer need a post-secondary education or is it sufficient to have in-service training focused on critical topics? Find out more about the proven advantages a college education gives to officers and how they can access a quality education from anywhere.
By Dr. Chuck Russo
Four years after I was first sworn in as a law enforcement officer, something happened that—without my knowledge—would have a staggering impact on my life and the lives of many others. This August celebrates 25 years after the world’s first website went live to the public. Learn how this impacted education forever.