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home >> blog articles > sheriff vs Police; is there really a difference?     By Brian Humenuk   MS|CJA    COPJOT 3-minute read or less     In the United States, the complicated understanding of law enforcement jurisdiction creates a complex and sometimes puzzling landscape. Unless you work in law enforcement or the criminal justice field, understanding who has the authority to enforce laws in a given area can be challenging, as the country's law enforcement structure involves various agencies, each operating within specific jurisdictions. In the complex land of law enforcement, the terms "police" and "sheriff" often surface, causing confusion among the public regarding...

home >> blog articles > 11 of the best police officer handcuffs (2025 pro guide)     By Brian Humenuk   MS|CJA   COPJOT   Updated on January 20, 2025 ⏱️ 4-minute read     Arguably, handcuffs are the most important piece of equipment that law enforcers carry. I did say arguably which means I consider that statement debatable and I’m sure you do as well. In many cases, handcuffs can be the end of violence and the restoration of peace. In other cases, not so much. Handcuffs are also the visible symbol of authority and the end of personal freedom. In this ultimate guide, I am going...

home >> blog articles > what are the best police duty bags? (2025 ultimate guide)     By Brian Humenuk  MS|CJA   COPJOT Updated on January 20, 2025 ⏱️ 5-minute read or less   Police duty bags serve as the hub for your law enforcement equipment. They can organize and keep at the ready all of your most useful police equipment. Law enforcement patrol bags come in all kinds of shapes and sizes. This article is an important start if you are looking to buy a police duty bag. Being prepared for the fast pace and constantly changing world of policing is a must. A reliable and...

home >> blog articles > what is law enforcement and it's purpose? (2025 ultimate guide)     By Brian Humenuk  MS|CJA   COPJOT Updated on January 20, 2025 ⏱️ 5-minute read or less     In this blog article and through the eyes and the knowledge of the author who is a veteran law enforcer you are going to read about what law enforcement is, what it is about, and the main topics that it covers. I encourage you to read the entire article and visit the recommended link titles in the middle of the page and at the end of the article where you will find...

home >> blog articles > how to prepare for and pass a police oral board interview in 2025     By: Brian Humenuk  MS|CJA  COPJOT ⏱️ 4-minute read or less     I have personally sat on both sides of police oral board interviews. First as an applicant going through the hiring process and second as a law enforcement leader conducting the interviews. In all of the steps of the law enforcement hiring process none can be more challenging and at the same time critical than the oral board interview. The police oral board questions can be easy, many can be difficult, and at the...