Getting pulled over by the police most likely stirs up a slur of different emotions among people. Anger, fear, and even anxiety are likely. It’s also not unusual to be a little embarrassed – after all, the other drivers are probably judging you when they see those flashing lights. How should you act when there’s […]
What You Should and Should Not Do If You’re Pulled Over By the Police
Posted 4 years ago by Jim Titus
Law Enforcement Careers: 12 of the Many Possibilities
Posted 5 years ago by Jim Titus
When people hear the phrase “law enforcement,” a general police officer usually comes to mind. Truly, however, there are many different law enforcement careers for those who are interested. Different people bring different talents to the job, so broadening your horizons may help you discover the career that matches your personality perfectly. 12 Law Enforcement […]
Michigan Crime and Police News: Detroit chief reports reduction in crime rates
Posted 5 years ago by Jim Titus
Detroit police chief reports lower crime rates Most violent crimes in the city of Detroit are down 2 percent, and Detroit Police Chief James Craig is crediting various initiatives for the reduction in crimes. According to various reports, homicides, nonfatal shootings, property offenses, aggravated assault, and gun violence in Detroit decreased in 2018. In fact, […]
Did I Drink Too Much to Drive? Blood Alcohol Level Estimates that Give You an Idea
Posted 5 years ago by Jim Titus
How do you know when you’ve had too much? Depending on how often you drink, you might feel fine, but your blood-alcohol level will show something very different. When it comes to drunken driving, that’s what really counts, as your intoxication level can lead to drunken driving arrests and crashes. While many factors affect your […]
How Corrections Officers can Prevent Jail Deaths
Posted 5 years ago by Jim Titus
A 28-year-old St. Clair Shores man died Dec. 19 in the Macomb County Jail in Mount Clemens after snorting a substance he obtained from another inmate. This is only one of many stories about deaths of inmates that occur in metro Detroit jails. It’s a problem that law enforcement agencies take very seriously. Many steps […]
Social Drinking or Addiction? How to Tell if Someone is an Alcoholic
Posted 5 years ago by Jim Titus
Alcoholism is one of the greatest challenges in law enforcement. Alcohol abuse can lead to domestic violence arrests, being combative with police officers, drunken driving arrests, and drunken driving fatalities. How to tell if someone is an alcoholic or a social drinker can be a challenge until it’s too late. It’s important to recognize the […]