May 4, 2026 | Law Safety, Safety Shorts
By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist A traffic stop is a seizure under the Fourth Amendment. Its duration must be limited to the time reasonably necessary to address the mission of the stop (e.g., traffic violation, license/registration checks,...
Apr 2, 2026 | Law Safety, Safety Shorts
By Todd Duncan, NIRMA Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist The Fourth Amendment draws a firm constitutional line at the entrance to a person’s home. Understanding where that line exists and what deputies can lawfully do at that boundary is critical when making...
Feb 26, 2026 | Law Safety, Safety Shorts
By: Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist Motor vehicle crashes remain the leading source of losses for NIRMA members, and emergency vehicle operations continue to be among the highest‑risk tasks in law enforcement. Deputies must often make rapid...
Feb 1, 2026 | Law Safety, Safety Shorts
By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist As a law enforcement officer, your sworn oath to support the Constitution means understanding and honoring citizens’ civil rights, including those established by the First Amendment. The First Amendment prohibits...
Jan 2, 2026 | Law Safety, Safety Shorts
By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist Law enforcement canine programs are invaluable assets in public safety, providing enhanced capabilities in detection, tracking, apprehension, and community engagement. However, they also carry significant...
Dec 11, 2025 | Law Safety, Safety Shorts
By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist Inmate searches, particularly strip and body cavity searches, remain one of the most constitutionally sensitive—and operationally dangerous—functions performed within any correctional facility. Every...
