The Importance of Saying “This is Stupid”

The Importance of Saying “This is Stupid”

By Chief Joel F. Shults, Ed.D Aviation safety research has shown that some pilot errors that caused crashes were known to the co-pilot, but in deference to the pilot nothing was said to correct the error. It is important in every arena of life to follow the chain of command and follow the direction of Read more »

The National Police Association calls for Support of the Pretrial Release Reporting Act which will Identify the Impact of Bail Reform

Indianapolis, May 2, 2023 — The National Police Association called today for the passage of the Pretrial Release Reporting Act, introduced by U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05). The Act requires the Department of Justice (DOJ) to issue a report to Congress within 180 days providing information on arrestees released on Read more »

The National Police Association Files Suit to Obtain the Nashville Shooter ‘Manifesto’ and Other Records

Indianapolis, April 28, 2023 – – The National Police Association (NPA) announced today that it has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit in conjunction with its Tennessee private investigator, Clata Renee Brewer, against the governments of Nashville and Davidson County for refusal to act on a request for records. The FOIA request asked Read more »

Other Duties as Assigned

By Chief Joel F. Shults, Ed.D Rescuing animals in distress is for animal control. Running into burning buildings is for the fire service. Emergency medical services render aid to the injured. Social workers deal with mental health crises. Jumping into the water is for rescue divers. Even with these vital specialties, the reality is that Read more »