Mass Casualty Events and Terrorism

Mass casualty and terrorist events are tragic and complex, putting strain on local resources and response capabilities at the exact time a coordinated, multijurisdictional response is required. Moreover, they can have a lasting impact on the physical and mental health of responders and community members long after the event has occurred. The IACP has developed a host of resources designed to assist law enforcement in the prevention, response to, and aftermath of mass casualty and terrorist events.

Building Communities of Trust: A Guidance for Community Leaders

The Building Communities of Trust (BCOT) Initiative focuses on developing trust between law enforcement, fusion centers, and the communities they serve, particularly immigrant and minority…

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Building Communities of Trust: A Guidance for Community Leaders

Radicalization 101

Radicalization to violence is the process by which individuals are introduced to an overtly ideological message and belief system that encourages movement from moderate, mainstream…

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Radicalization 101

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Active Attack*

In active attack situations, where ongoing deadly force is reasonably likely to be employed by a suspect(s) and delay in taking police action could result...

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Suicide Bombings

Police officers must be prepared for the potential of suicide bomber attacks. No policy can prescribe the precise actions that an officer must take in...

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Combating Terrorism

WHEREAS, the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) recognizes that the tactic of terrorism represents a significant and credible threat to all civilized nations...

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National Motor Vehicle Title Information System

WHEREAS, the International Association of Chiefs of Police recognizes the need for a standardized National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) providing immediate access to...

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The Role of School Resource Officers in Schools Webinar

A panel of subject matter experts discussed the interrelated responsibilities between law enforcement agencies and school administrators to ensure appropriate placement of school resource officers...

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Combined Response to Mass Casualty Attacks

There are many reasons for establishing collaborative efforts to ensure the safety of our communities. This resource provides examples of when and why partnerships are beneficial...

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