Associated Press TULSA, Okla. — An Oklahoma sheriff's office that came under scrutiny after a volunteer deputy fatally shot an unarmed man proposed sweeping changes to its personnel and record-keeping practices on Thursday, in response to an audit accusing the agency of a "system-wide failure of leadership and supervision." Interim Sheriff Michelle Robinette said the […]

Author: Barry ReynoldsOne of the most important tasks that a good leader can devote time and energy to is the development of a succession plan. Succession plans are relatively new in the law enforcement environment, but have been successfully used in other fields for decades. The primary purpose of a succession plan is to ensure […]

Author: Booker HodgesI have been fortunate over the last several months to interact with chief law enforcement officers, elected officials, officers, and citizens. The perspective I have gained after these interactions has convinced me that our profession is in desperate need of a different style of leadership. Those of you who were in Boy Scouts […]