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NOTE - NRLO acquired permission for sworn Reserve/Auxiliary Officers to attend tuition-free "First Responder Training Programs (FRTP)" presented by the DOD, DHS, FLETC, OSL.  Also read how to acquire government equipment and funding.  More information 

• Alabama - Jefferson County Sheriff's Department Reserves  THEY REALLY DO IT ALL! Their involvement saves taxpayers and Department $1 million annually.
  • Houston County Sheriff's Department Reserve Honor Guard formed under the leadership of Shierff Lamar Glover in 1998.
• California -  Southern California Chaplains' Association (SCCA) - Chaplain Training Opportunities.  Meet and share information with Officer/Chaplain Steve A. Oosterhof who is a full-time Officer with the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department and a volunteer Chaplain with the Sierra Madre Police Department and the Covina Medical Hospital.
• Colorado -
  • Jefferson County Sheriff's Reserve Awarded NRLO "Outstanding Service Award"  Reserve Deputy Neil Tubbs' actions resulted in the apprehension of four, home invasion robbery suspects who were also suspects involved in a homicide just days prior to the robbery.  ALSO SEE NRLO AWARDS PROFILE PAGE.  Visit Jefferson County's Web Site.
    • See  Jefferson County Sheriff's Reserves Turned "Firefighters"
  • Larimer County Sheriff's Office Reserve Program - The Reserve Program is a volunteer unit of the Operation Services Division of the LCSO.
• DC -  For the complete INDEX to DC Articles click here
  • NIJ (National Institute of Justice) -
    • The NIJ Conferences 
    • Bulletproof Vest Replacement Funds Available.   Up to 50% off cost [BVP (Bulletproof Vest Partnership) Act of 1998].  Go to their site and request your "BVP Program Fact Sheet" on the BVP http://vests.ojp.gov.
  • Department of Homeland Security's public web site link.  Also check out Homeland Security Job Opportunities in NRLO's SOS Bulletin Board under recruitment.  "Employment Opportunities" and "How to Apply" for positions.  If you are interested in a Law Enforcement position to protect America's borders, a position where you will be responsible for providing Imigration benefits and services, or in one of many professional and administrative occupations, the DHS very likely has a job that is perfect for you.  Plus their site provides links to the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) for Federal Law Enforcement personnel and to their official job web site. Check it out.
  • Homeland Security Report - by Anthony M. Davis, CMAS.  Get the latest terrorism updates (and Terrorism Calendar), FREE resources, training and equipment notices, and much more in Davis' monthly report.  Davis is the Best Selling Author of "Terrorism and the Maritime Transportation System."  This report is a must for all LEOs.
  • OJJDP (The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention) announces the availability of  News at a Glance. While on their site, be sure to subscribe to OJJDP's News at a Glance and browse through past issues.
  • The President's Volunteer Service Award - It has been announced that President Obama has signed a letter of recognition, and requests for 2009 service hours are now being fulfilled. In January, 2003, President Bush formed (by Executive Order) a new President's Council on Service and Civic Participation as an initiative to honor America's Volunteers and to encourage Americans to get involved.  Recipients are eligible to receive the award once every 12 months.  NRLO is an official "Certifying Organization" for this Award.  Click here for more information.   To view an individual Law Enforcement Department in Washington participating as a "Certifying Organization" in this program, please click here.  To see a recent, NRLO Member, Award recipient article, please click here.
  • Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor - The "Attorney General" calls annually for nominations for the Highest Public Safety Officer Award - the Medal of Valor.  Did you get your nominations in for this year? See the definition of Public Safety Officer and go to their web site to see who has been selected to be that Officer for past years.  Volunteer Law Enforcement Officers are eligible to receive the Medal. Get in your nomination for the next selection process.
  • Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) program is an effort developed by the U.S. Department of Justice in partnership with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP).  This program was created to support President Bush's USA Freedom Corps initiative. Agencies are turning to civilian volunteers to enable Police Officers to be on the front lines, working to make communities safer. Check out their web site to see what your government thinks of "ULTIMATE VOLUNTEERS."  Click here for more information and link to VIPS home page plus links to the DOJ/OJP and IAGC and Citizen Corps web sites.
    • Get the latest issue of the Volunteers in Police Serve (VIPS) Program newsletter - Previous issues of VIPS can also be found on their web site.  The VIPS web site has also launched a new events calendar and on-line event registration page.
  • Need Training? Need Equipment? Need a Grant?  See information on Government Funding and Equipment.  NRLO has recently acquired permission for sworn Reserve/Auxiliary Officers to attend Tuition-Free First Responder Training Programs (FRTP) presented by the DHS, FLETC, OSL.  Also see information on COPS.  The Department of Justice Announces Millions in Grants to Add Officers to America's Streets. COPS gives definitions and procedures and training for securing grants.  Most Reserve Units meet the criteria for obtaining grants.   More information.  (also refer to the Advertising page for "CHIEF" and "JPMA")
  • Profile on Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Reserve Corps (District 4) 
    Reserve Corps members may perform the same duties as a regular Officer in the course of augmenting the activities of the Department.
    • Metropolitan Police Reserve Corps Level 4 Class 4-02-1Group Photo
    • Also see MPD Reserve Corps Receive Homeland Security Grant
• Florida -  
  • Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - The Reserve Program is made up of dedicated individuals who assist the FWC. They are sworn Law Enforcement Officers who volunteer their time and work under the supervision of FWC Law Enforcement personnel.  For more information, links to their extraordinary web site, and to meet FWC's State Reserve Officer Steve Cohen of Broward County (Ft. Lauderdale), click on the link above.
    • Also see beautiful photographs taken by Officer Cohen of the Queen Mary 2 as she enters Port Everglades, which is in his Patrol area. 
  • Lantana Police Department - (2003) - Reserve Lieutenant Alfred Garrison was the second Officer killed in the line-of-duty.  A special Memorial for fallen Officers was constructed.  For more information on Lieutenant Garrison and to see a beautiful rendition of the Memorial, click on the link above.
  •  Zephyrhills Police Department Reserves - Officers assigned are Reserve I (Sworn position) and Reserve II (non-Sworn position, or Auxiliary).  The Unit assists regular Officers in the performance of Law Enforcement duties including the duties of a uniform Patrol Officer.
• Illinois - Cook County Sheriff's Deputy Joseph "Joe" Fiorentino inducted into "U.S. Martial Arts Hall of Fame."  NRLO Member Joe Fiorentino is a 12-year full-time veteran of the Cook County Sheriff's Department and is a proud Italian American.  This multi-champion, award winning MMA/Grappling fighter is Number 1 in the US and gives back to his community through volunteering many hundreds of hours teaching self defense to fellow LEOs and to community schools and youth clubs.  Also meet Joe's teacher and fellow training volunteer Sensei Duane Sharp.    
• Indiana - 
  • Delaware County Police - Delaware County Police Reserves are 100% volunteer and buy all equipment including firearms.  They receive no pay but have paid security jobs available at local businesses.
  • Gary Police Department - The Gary Police Department, Auxiliary Division. To see a "model" organizational chart for "Community Oriented Police," click here.
  • Hamilton County Sheriff's Reserve Division - Hamilton County's Reserve Deputies have the same powers as the full-time Deputies.  They exceed the annual minimum state mandatory training hours and are involved in all aspects of the Department.
  • New Albany Auxiliary Police - New Albany Auxiliary Police held to high level of expertise.  Auxiliary Officers possess same high professional skills as full-time Officers.
  • Rushville Reserve Police Unit - The Rushville Reserve Police are under the leadership of Chief Ron Cameron who was reappointed January, 2008, after being recalled from retirement.  The Rushville Police Reserves have the same Police powers as full-time Officers and face rigorous training and evaluation.  Also see the various photographs of  the presentations of NRLO Awards being presented to Rushville Commander, Lieutenant Floyd Cameron, and to other Rushville Reserve Police Officers including James Walker; Mark Love; Don McElfresh; Darrin McGowan; James Street; Gary M. Cameron; and Charles McMichael.
    • 2009 Rushville Reserve Police hold mandatory, training session - plus a group photo of attendees.  Also, congratulations to Lieutenant Floyd Cameron on his 40th year of Volunteer Service to the City of Rushville as a Reserve Officer. 
  • SPCU (St. Paul Christian University) - Continuing Education for Law Enforcement (recognized by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy); First Fridays of Faith - Continuing Education for pastors and secular professionals (soon to be available on webcast); Families in crisis, Police Officers struggling (sustained by counseling regardless of ability to pay). Also please see CopCare911 presented by SPCU's President Michael K. Layne, PhD, ThD (NRLO's Chaplain).
  • Tell City Police Department Reserve Division - The Tell City Police Department Reserve Division has full arrest powers and authorities within the Tell City Police jurisdiction.
• Kansas - Shawnee County Sheriff's Office Reserves - The Reserve program follows the same qualifications, testing, and in-service training required of full-time Deputies.  In 2001, Sheriff Richard Barta initiated new standards; and the first class was certified by the KLETC.
• Louisiana - DeRitter Police Reserve - "Answering the HUE and CRY" - An Examination of the Reserve Police Program of DeRidder, Louisiana. This extensive summary of their "Standing Operating Procedures" is a must read. It is written by Michael J. Kane, Ph.D., Northwestern State University, Natchitoches.  NRLO is proud to introduce Dr. Kane.
• Massachusetts - Springfield Park Rangers - The Springfield Park Rangers are trained and qualified Officers with full Police powers and provide a wide range of services including cruiser patrol, walking beats, bike patrol, search and rescue, certified police canine, and fire safety.
  • Springfield Park Rangers introduce their new Unit Leader (under construction). 
• Michigan -   
  • Berrien County Sheriff's Department, Reserve Division - NRLO is proud to introduce Reserve Captain Tim Richards and his Unit comprised of 40 Reserve Deputies.  Under the leadership of Sheriff L. Paul Bailey, these Reserve Deputies provide security for major events, assist the Crime Prevention Unit with programs, aid in search and rescue; and they work side-by-side with full-time Deputies on Road Patrol, in the Jail, and in 911 Central Dispatch. The Unit also works with the Emergency Management Unit and the Emergency Operations Center providing valuable security during drill exercises giving them training for emergency situations.  Meet this fine Reserve Unit now.
    • Following 13 weeks of training, the 2008 Reserve Academy Graduated 19 Officers from 8 different Departments.
    • Lieutenant Richard Mann completes 40 years of service and is presented with NRLO's Distinguished Service Award.
  • Lake County Reserve Unit (LCRU) - Established in 1963, the LCRU serves to meet the needs of the Sheriff's Office and is registered with the State of Michigan as a Special Deputy Law Enforcement Agency.  WANTED - Deputies for the LCRU. See "How to Join."
    • ORV Ordinance No. 24 adopted May 13, 2009, by action of the Lake County Board of Commissioners.   See verbiage and map of Roads Open and closed to ORV.
    • NEW - "City Watch" Emergency Mass Dialing Database - Join this database of cell numbers to receive notices in case of crisis in Lake County.
  • St. Clair Police Reserves -  NRLO Awards are presented to St. Clair Police Reserve Officers and to Reserve Commander Ronald F. Boden and to Chief of Police Donald R. Barnum. Don't miss this comprehensive profile of one of the country's most outstanding groups of volunteers. Read about their history from the year 1946.  Meet Commander Ronald F. Boden and Deputy Commander, Captain Lee A. Flemming.  Be sure to read about St. Clair's highly-skilled K-9 Officer, Sergeant Susan Westrick who is also the Administrative Assistant to Commander Boden.  Also meet St. Clair's Police Chaplain Reverend Glenn Stone who went to Houston to aid Hurricane Katrina victims.
    • Lee A. Flemming promoted to Reserve Captain and is titled Deputy Commander.  He is also presented with NRLO's 2008 Merit Service Award.  Click here to see photos of the promotion ceremony and of the award presentation.    
• Minnesota -
  • "The Hastings Police Department has two entities working within it."
  • Elk River Police Reserve - Under the leadership of Reserve Liason Coordinator, Officer Mike Suchy, there are 20 Reserves in the Elk River Police Reserve.  Meet these dedicated Reserves.  The Elk River Police Reserve Unit has been certified by NRLO and has received President Bush's "Presidential Volunteer Service Award" (Gold). 15 Elk River Police Reserve Officers were honored with Presidential Volunteer Service Award letters from G.W. Bush.  They also received commemorate uniform lapel pins.
• New Jersey - Township of West Orange Auxiliary Police Officers receive Award for their performance during the 9-11 disaster in New York City. "......On September 11, 2001, as we all know, our world changed.  Our jurisdiction is located just 5 miles from the World Trade Towers and is considered one of the best points in New Jersey to observe New York City."
• New Mexico - NEW - FREE WMD/Terrorism Training Courses being offered by New Mexico Tech-EMRTC / DHS  These are "Train the Trainer" courses with all expenses paid by DHS available to all states. "Resident" and "At Your Location" Courses. Take a Giant Step in the Fight Against Terrorism
  • Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department Reserve Division.  NRLO Members, the Bernalillo Sheriff's Reserve Division is 22 strong.  Meet them now. 
  • Hurrican Katrinia relief:  Sheriff Darren White led a deployment of 25 Sheriff's Deputies to Jefferson County, LA to assist with local Law Enforcement and relief efforts for the devastated area.
  • The Reserve Division is looking for Volunteers.  Reserve Deputies wear a Reserve badge and uniform, carry a weapon, and assist Regular Sheriff Deputies.
• New York -
  • Important Legislation needs your input.  NYSAAP President Glenn Kearney told NRLO that the passage of the VOPB will legalize existing Volunteer Officers and operations as well as help recruit and retain current members.  Act today - all links and e-mail addresses are provided to do so.  More Information. 
  • NYPD graduates new APOs. Newly revamped Basic Training Program considered a great success. Commanding Officer of the Auxiliary Police Program, Deputy Inspector Angelo Maroulis on hand to present Certificates.     
  • Body Armor and Scholarship Fund for NYPD Volunteers:  NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg commits $3.5 million in 2008's budget for body armor.  Police Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly announces the creation of commission to examine issues surrounding APOs in NYC.  "Auxiliary Police Scholarship Fund" announced by Commissioner Kelly as a living memorial to APO Pekearo and APO Marshalik.
  • NYPD - Auxiliary Police Section - "The Largest Volunteer Crime Prevention Program in the U.S."  In an interview, NYPD Captain Angelo Maroulis (now Deputy Inspector) said he is justifiably proud of the job they do and of the example they set, both in the City and, along with other volunteers, throughout the country. Since the publication of this article, Maroulis was promoted to Deputy Inspector Angelo Maroulis, Commanding Officer of the Auxiliary Police Program. Also visit the NYPD official web site.
  • Patrol Borough Manhattan North holds annual graduation ceremony
  • A/Captain Hector Reyes (APS HQ) receives Longevity Service Award 
  • NYSAAP - New York State Association of Auxiliary Police  represents members of Auxiliary, Special & Reserve Departments in New York State.  Be sure to check out the special on-line discussion group for NY Officers.  ON-LINE Discussion Group .  Get invited to join.   The primary purpose and objective of the Association is to promote and improve the benefits of its members, promote the understanding and cooperation between members of the Association and of the professional Law Enforcement agencies with whom they interact, and promote the value of Volunteer Law Enforcement programs to the communities they serve. President Glenn Kearney said, "The State Association was not formed to replace any local associations.  We are here to help them, not replace them." The NYSAAP also keeps and eye on New York Legislation.
  • NYPD 20th Pct. Auxiliary  - "New York 20th Precinct Community Council" honors the 20th Pct. Auxiliary Police Officers for their contribution to the safety of their community during the "Blackout of 2003," August 14.  During the ceremony, a "NRLO Auxiliary Unit Award" was also presented on behalf of the Unit to Auxiliary Captain Daniel Sayers by 20th Pct. Commander James Murtaugh. The Unit was nominated by NYPD 20th Pct. APO Rodney Holmes.  See photos of presentations and of attending guests and honored dignitaries including Nassau County Auxiliary Sergeant Glenn Kearney, President of the NYSAAP; 20th Pct. Commander James Murtaugh; Commanding Officer Patrol Borough Manhattan North, Assistant Chief Raymond Diaz; Commander of the Central Park Precinct, Captain Karin Azadian; 20th Pct. Coordinator, NYPD Officer Peter Cummings; and Community Council President Samantha Katz.  Go there now.
  • Map of Manhattan Island showing Precinct Divisions and Landmarks submitted by NRLO Resource Officer, APO Rodney E. Homes, NYPD 20th Pct. Auxiliary.  Meet APO Holmes.
• New York - Buffalo, NY - NRLO K-9 Unit pages :  Training Officer Stephen B. Phillips of the Buffalo, New York, Special Police K-9 offers to help provide K-9 training information to NRLO Members and nrlo.net readers.  Officer Phillips is certifying dogs through The American Working Dog Association.  Officer Phillips trains dogs in areas of tracking, cadaver detection, and accelerant detection. Officer Phillips is anxious to work with part-time Officers, Reserve Officers, and Special Deputies in their K-9 endeavors.  More Information.
• North Carolina - Heroes on Patrol - Meet Phil Talpers who is the owner of the impressive 911 Police Rolling Memorial Car.
  • North Carolina Justice Academy  NCJA has set up an on-line demonstration course to acquaint users with what an on-line course is like before enrollment in an on-line Justice Academy offering.  Visit their site to see upcoming training events.
• Ohio - 
  • Ohio State Highway Patrol Auxiliary

    • Auxiliary organization changed; Rawlins assumes command 
    • Ohio State Highway Patrol Auxiliary - Read Ohio's Highway Patrol History.  In the wake of 9-11, "Retired Troopers" Augment the full-time Troopers along with the Auxiliary force.    Retired Trooper Reserve Auxiliary (RTRA) originated.
    • Charles retires  
  • Ross County Reserve Deputy killed in the line-of-duty.  Long-time NRLO Member, Reserve Deputy Lawrence "Larry" Barnes, Sr. is remembered for 30 years of dedicated volunteer duty.
• Oklahoma - Tulsa Police Law Enforcement Driver Training Unit in NRLO's Training section titled "Police Driving" written by Captain Travis Yates, Team Leader, Tulsa Police Department.  NRLO is proud to Introduce Captain Yates. Police Vehicle Inspections - Captain Travis Yates explains why regular inspection of the vehicle is one of the most important things that can be done to promote Officer driving safety.
• Oregon - Clackamas County Sheriff's Department - Nelda Louise Bryson - Identified by RLOAA as the first known female Reserve Police Commander in the U.S. passed away June 20, 2008, of natural causes in her home in Gresham.  Mother of 8, she was sworn in on September 7, 1972, and was appointed Commander in 1976.  Read about this remarkable woman and about her career history.  Also review photographs of her memorial featuring Sheriff Craig Roberts and the Clackamas County Honor Guard.  
• Tennessee
  • Maury County Sheriff's Department Reserve
  • "President's Call to Service Awards" presented by Sheriff Enoch George. Nominated by Reserve Sergeant John Richardson, NRLO certified Reserve Deputy Mark King, Reserve Deputy Alvin Morrow, and Reserve Sergeant Burt Franklin to receive this prestigeous award from President Bush.
  • NRLO Service Awards presented to Maury County Sheriff's Reserves.  NRLO is proud to bestow these awards to these fine Officers on behalf of the Department and Sheriff Enoch George.
  • Collegedale Police Reserves  - The Collegedale Police Reserves are lead by Chief of Police Dennis Cramer; Liaison Officer, Lieutenant Hardeman; and Unit Leader, Sergeant Terry Smith.
• Texas - TCLEOSE -  has on-line training.  More information and links to TCLEOSE and to their Training and Information Portal 
  • DeWitt County Sheriff's Reserve - The DeWitt County Reserves come from all walks of life and serve their Community as Reserves and Advanced Reserves.  
• United Kingdom - Portal to the UK  Experience England through the eyes of its "Special Constabulary."  Visit their web sites.
  • Report by Assistant Chief Officer Rod Attewell, Operational Support, Special Constabulary, Thames Valley Police European Volunteer Police.
  • Sector Officer Rob Snow News from Humberside.
  • Message from PoliceSpecials.com by Andrew Oldham.
• Virginia - Portsmouth Police Department Auxiliary Police Unit - The Portsmouth Auxiliary Police Unit is structured to match the regular Police Department in all aspects. NRLO recommends that you read about this cutting edge Auxiliary Unit and visit their web site. Meet Captain Ron Hyman, Auxiliary Bureau Commander (contains interesting links). From January, 1991, to the end of December, 2008, the Unit worked approximately 175,960 volunteer hours serving their community. They are a great example of a self-"Certifying Organization" for the Presidential Service Awards from President Bush. The Unit has received the "Gold" Award five years in a row.   
• Washington - Washington State Reserve Law Enforcement Association (WSRLEA) is actively seeking new members.  More Information.
  • City of Fife Police Department Reserves. 
    • The Fife Police Department joins with President Bush's Council on Service and Civic Participation to Honor Reserve Police Officers with the President's Volunteer Service Award.  Chief of Police DeGroot said, "We are extremely proud to recognize our outstanding Reserve Officers."  Reserve Sergeant Robert Moser and Reserve Sergeant Ray Ossman receive the President's "Lifetime Service Award."
    • The Fife Police Department Reserves Volunteer 5,163.75 hours.
• Wisconsin - Wisconsin Rapids Auxiliary Police Unit  Officers awarded NRLO Memberships by Department as reward for meeting work requirements.
• West Virginia - Morgan County Sheriff's Department.
  • NEW - After a half-century of service to his community in Law Enforcement and Firefighting, Reserve Deputy Lieutenant Lee S. Fox died November 11, 2009. 
  • NRLO is proud to introduce Reserve Deputy Preston L. "PL" Schoentube - Presenter of NRA's "Refuse To Be A Victim" and an NRA Certified Instructor.  Deputy Schoentube is available for presentations at "preparedness conferences."   Find out more about PL now . 

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NOTE:  NRLO has acquired permission for sworn Reserve/Auxiliary Officers to attend "Tuition-Free" First Responder Training Programs (FRTP) presented by the DHS, FLETC, OSL.  For more information on upcoming locations and dates, click here.

•  Advertising - Visit NRLO's free advertising page.  Are you a NRLO member (or non-Member) who wishes to display special, Law Enforcement-oriented equipment, services, or information?  Do you wish to be contacted for "exhibiting" your wares or give seminars at conferences?  Do you have good fund raiser ideas? Advertise with NRLO (it's FREE).  For instance, listed below are some of NRLO's most recent picks:
  • CLASSEN-BUCK SEMINARS, INC. - 15% Discount to NRLO Members on all courses.  TSTC Continuing Education and TCLEOSE hours awarded.
  • NEW - Training, Funding and Equipment - FREE WMD/Terrorism Courses provided by New Mexico Tech/EMRTC and DHS - available to all States.  "Resident" courses (all expenses paid) and "at your location" courses. Also see NIJ / NLECTC / LESO Equipment Programs 1033 and 1122 now available to volunteer Law Enforcement Groups. FRTP Training sponsored by the DoD/Homeland Security/FLETC/OSL - NRLO recently acquired permission for sworn Reserve/Auxiliary Officers to attend these "tuition-free" training programs in areas near you.
  • GRANTS - U.S. Department of Justice/COPS and more
  • Homeland Security - Job Opportunities and Federal Training Center links - Also see FREE WMD/Terrorism Courses provided by New Mexico Tech/EMRTC and DHS - available to all States.  Resident courses (all expenses paid) and "at your location" courses.
  • Homeland Security Report - Get the latest updates from Anthony M. Davis, CMAS.  Go to his web site and sign up for the newletter which will keep your Department informed on Terrorism in the U.S. including the "Terrorism Calendar," FREE resources, and much more!  Davis is the Bestselling Author of "Terrorism and the Maritime Transportation System." 
  • PowerFlare Safety Lights - Guranteed to keep working, these unusually shaped lights can be run over by a truck with no repercussions.  A must see for all "First Responders"! 
  • TROOPER TRAP Check out this seat belt system (Captain Mantkus said of this invention: "The Trooper Trap seat belt alrm system is absolutely outstanding......")
  • Fund Raiser Ideas - "Needs and how to get them" by NRLO Director of Training, Captain Chuck Mantkus, in his "Getting Started" series in eTraining.
• Awards - NRLO "Award" Program  -  See list of FREE Awards.  Let NRLO know about your volunteer Law Enforcement Officers deserving recognition.
  • NRLO is an official Certifying Organization for "The President's Volunteer Service Awards."
• Chaplains Page -  Meet NRLO's Chaplain:  Michale K. Layne, Ph.D., Th.D., Deputy Marshall, Reserve Police Officer, and President (and Founder of) the St. Paul Christian University (SPCU) in St. Paul, Indiana.  Do you want or need "spiritual" advice or consultation?  Dr. Layne is here for you.  Check out his new site CopCare911. 
  • NEW - See Dr. Layne's latest messages and his programs; SPCU's programs including Continuing Education for Law Enforcement (recognized by Indiana Law Enforcement Academy) Continuing Education for pastors/secular, and much more.  Check out Dr. Layne's CopCare911 program.
• "eTraining" Membership - Sign up for NRLO's "eTraining" Membership and get access to articles on training and on Basic Education - IT'S FREE!  Access all of NRLO's "eTraining" Basic Training password protected pages. Check out the some of the features currently available in the "eTraining" and "Basic Training" pages:
  •  Police Driving   NRLO is proud to introduce "Law Enforcement Driver Training" written by Captain Tavis Yates, Team Lader, Tulsa Police Law Enforcement Driver Training Unit.  Captain Yates maintains the most extensive web site available on the topic of Law Enforcement Driver Training (policedriving.com).  Meet Captain Yates now.
    • Police Vehicle Inspections - Captain Travis Yates explains why regular inspection of the vehicle is one of the most important things that can be done to promote Officer driving safety.
  • Survival/Defensive Tactics Series by Jon Felperin.  Felperin is an Instructor, Police Trainer, a high ranking black belt with over 30 years of experience, and a professional educator.  This Los Angeles native specializes in the application of Police defensive tactics including weapons retention, disarming, tactical ground fighting, multiple assailant defense, edged weapons defense, and the use of impact weapons. 
    • First in the series is "Preventing an Attack on Your Life."  In the second article of the series see instructional, martial arts photographs in Felperin's "A Step in the Right Direction" and also in the third article "The Anatomy of an Armbar."  See Felperin's growing INDEX of articles with special, photographic aids showing martial arts steps and stances.
    • COMING SOON:  Self-Defense tactics by Cook County Sheriff's Deputy Joseph "Joe" Fiorentino - Inducted into the "U.S. Martial Arts Hall of Fame" August 1, 2009, this multi champion MMA/Grappler will give NRLO "eTraining" readers pointers in protecting themselves and others.  Read about him now.  NRLO is proud to have Joe as a Member and as a contributing Editor.   
  • " The First 10 Things To Do at an Accident Scene "  - This article is written by retired Indiana State Police Officer, Joseph E. Badger who was with them for 20 years, the last 10 of which he was "Senior Accident Reconstructionist."  At present he is doing private consulting, and he is internationally known as an Accident Reconstruction consultant and author.
    • Reconstruction: NEW - Trailer Underride: Conspicuity, Human Factors, and Rear Bumpers
    • Reconstruction Errors.    Captain Mantkus' review: " A must read for all of Law Enforcement."
    • Malfeasance of Office 
    • Things Police Forget Two Weeks Out of Recruit School
    • Cell Phone Usage While Driving - Submitted by Joseph Badger, this article was written by Officer Greg Edgcombe, Senior Accident Reconstructionist of the Grand Rapids Police Department, Michigan.
    • Coming Soon - Joseph E. Badger reviews and recommends books of interest to all Law Enforcement Officers on Accident Reconstruction. (Under construction) 
  • In  "Getting Started"  NRLO Director of Training, Captain Chuck Mantkus, aids you in the decision of whether or not a Reserve/Auxiliary Unit is right for your Department.
    • A list of "Advantages" is provided.  If you decide that a Reserve Unit would be beneficial to your agency, he guides you through the "origination" process and through the basic "operation" of such a new Unit, including "Chain of Command."
    • Do you know what your state's training requirements are?  If you do not have state requirements specifically outlined, Director Mantkus has also supplied a "Minimum Training" Syllabus to guide you in forming a first-class, qualified, volunteer Law Enforcement unit. There is a syllabus for Reserve/Auxiliaries with "arrest power" and a syllabus for Reserves/Auxiliaries without "arrest power" and a syllabus for Basic Detention Training.
    • Crime Scene Basics is first in a series of articles covering Basic Education for Reserve Law Enforcement Officers.  Director Mantkus gives an insightful look at crime scene basics including particulars in the sighting of, the gathering of, and the handling of "evidence."  
    • "Chain of Custody" for evidence is the second in a series of articles covering Basic Education for Reserve Law Enforcement Officers.  In this article, Director Mantkus guides you through the "do's and don't's" of the "evidence collection process" from acquisition to disposition.
    • "Court Security" by Captain Chuck Mantkus, NRLO Director of Training.  Captain Mantkus takes you through the steps on "transporting," "entering," "searches,"  "contacts," "Judge's preferences," and more. There are three words to describe the bottom line of this article, and they are:  "Observe,"  "Observe," and "Observe"!
    • And much more.
  • "Firearms" by Donnie W. Daniels author of "Armed Response.
    • Traffic Stops - "Traffic stops is one of, if not the most dangerous, duties that Police Officers have, along with calls on domestic disturbances."
    • "Identification and Safe Handling of Firearms."  This is another "straight-from-the-hip" shooting training article from Firearms Instructor Daniels.  Do you know how to handle a "fully automatic weapon?" Find out now from  Firearms Instructor Donnie W. Daniels .
  • "Patrol Notes" written by George H. Bercaw, M.A., ABDA, featuring his Street Assessments series "Dealing with Emotionally Disturbed Persons in Crisis Situations". This important series includes a short quiz at the conclusion of the article.
    • Traffic Stops - "Personality Disorders: What You Might expect on Traffic Stops." Bercaw gives an in-depth look into the world of personality disorders to look for when making traffic stops, complete with a short quiz at the conclusion of the article. 
  • HELICOPTERS - Share Air Evac experiences with EMS helicopter pilot, Reserve Officer Gerry Stanford.  As a first responder to an accident, do you know what to do if an air evac is necessary?  Get a Pilot's point of view.  Learn about the "Golden Hour."  This is an important subject, and we at NRLO believe this article is a must read for all Reserves.
  • K-9 - "thedogguy.net K-9 Units" written by Stephen B. Phillips who certifies dogs through The American Working Dog Association / K-9 Training Officer, Buffalo Special Police, Buffalo, New York.  The Association is looking for a few good "Reserves / Auxiliaries/ Volunteers".  Let Officer Phillips fill you in on how to begin.  Plus, visit his great web site!
    • Also see Sue Westrick of St. Clair Michigan Police Reserve
• Government Training, Funding and Equipment - Information on how to apply and important links to NIJ / NLECTC / LESO - Reserves can now access 1033 and 1122 Programs as do full-time Departments. FRTP Training is now available to sworn Reserve/Auxiliary Officers and are sponsored by the DHS/FLETC/OSL. NRLO has acquired permission for these "tuition-free" classes to be available to Volunteers in an area near you. 
  • NEW - FREE WMD/Terrorism Training Courses being offered by New Mexico Tech-EMRTC / DHS  These are "Train the Trainer" courses with all expenses paid by DHS available to all states. "Resident" and "At Your Location" Courses available.  Take a Giant Step in the Fight Against Terrorism
• Guest Editors/Training Authors  - This page reads like a "Who's Who" in today's Reserve Law Enforcement. Guest Editors and Training Authors for nrlo.net are listed for articles published in "Reserve Law OFFICER" and in NRLO's "eTraining" portions of the web site.  If you have any questions for these professionals, please contact NRLO.
• Message from Captain Chuck Mantkus, NRLO Director of Training. "Court Security" -  In Atlanta, Georgia, a subject being brought before a Judge grabbed a Deputy's weapon and shot and killed the Judge, a court reporter, and seriously wounded the Deputy and killed another Deputy during his escape. Captain Mantkus reiterates once again a few items of training in courtroom security (the entire "eTraining" basic training article on "Court Security" can be found in "eTraining" password protected pages - membership is free!) 
  • "What would you do without Reserves/Auxiliaries?"  For those of you in doubt of ever having a Reserve/Auxiliary division, this should give you the spark to delve further into the possibilites. 
  • Director Mantkus' messages include his favorite government links to "Terrorisim - First Response" information - GET INFORMED.  See past message archive showing messages such as "To Protect and Serve" by less force and more Community Policing,"  "Holiday Message" with a few suggestons to keep you alert and safe," and "Time for a Review" - Is your trainging syllabus up-to-date?  Also see "A Call to Trainers."
• Patches  NRLO's on-line patch collection.  Do you collect patches?  Also refer to NRLO's "Patch Collectors" page in the Patches section of nrlo.net.
• State Training Authorities  Commissions/Councils on Law Enforcement Standards & Training by state.  State Reserve/Auxiliary Associations will soon be listed on these same pages.  NRLO supports state Reserve/Auxiliary associations, so should you.  (Example:  New York -  interactive state association page on nrlo.net)  Some Training Academies and select Law Enforcement Agencies are also listed.   If your state is not listed, please check back or contact NRLO to send you the appropriate links for your state's authority.
• Terrorism - FREE Training - See WMD/Hazmat/Terrorism page.
• Volunteerism is Alive in the U.S. "Ultimate Volunteers" save $Millions for Citizens" by Leon Schumacher, NRLO Director.
• Welcome RLOAA Members - As of November 10, 2002, "Reserve Law Officers Association of America" ceased operations, and all active members have been transferred to NRLO.  NRLO is proud to have RLOAA's National Director, Otto Vehle, as a NRLO Consultant and Guest Editor.

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