Policing in the 21st century is characterized by the integration of advanced technology, an emphasis on community-oriented strategies, and evolving challenges related to crime and public trust. Modern law enforcement agencies focus on building collaborative relationships with diverse communities, using data analytics, body-worn cameras, drones, and social media to improve transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in crime prevention and response.

In this episode of LRPD Sworn Identity, the team discusses technology in policing. Technology is increasingly vital to modern policing, fundamentally transforming how law enforcement agencies operate and interact with the communities they serve. It improves policing in several ways: Enhancing Crime Prevention and DetectionImproving Officer Safety and Situational AwarenessStrengthening Evidence Collection and AccountabilityFacilitating Real-Time Communication and CollaborationDespite its advan...

This month, the sworn identity podcast focused on officers discussing their real-life interactions-both those experienced on the job and those observed or analyzed on social media platforms. These episodes provide listeners with insights into the daily realities of policing, the challenges of public interactions, and the influence of social media on law enforcement narratives. The is for a better understanding and dialogue between law enforcement and the broader community. Listen, learn...

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (NPSTW) will be observed from April 13 - 19, 2025. This annual recognition honors the dedication of public safety telecommunicators-like 911 operators-who are the vital link between emergency callers and lifesaving response. We recently sat down with Director Juana Green and a staff member to discuss some of their challenges and the wins that keep them going.

Judges seal cases for several reasons, particularly in sensitive matters like homicides and shootings, such as protecting ongoing investigations, safeguarding privacy, and ensuring a fair trial. In this episode of sworn identity, find out some of the qualifications needed for a judge to seal a case.

Ever thought of a career in law enforcement? On this episode of the Sworn Identity Podcast, the group talks of recruiting and becoming a police officer. The Little Rock Police Department offers an attractive package of benefits for those interested in a law enforcement career. Those benefits include financial and Insurance benefits such as tuition reimbursement and a competitive salary with a sign-on bonus and shift differential pay. Professional development opportunities like working with S....

The Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) has indeed implemented a program involving social workers and Community Resource Officers (CRT) to improve responses to calls involving mental illness. This initiative represents a significant shift in the department's approach to such situations. The program also reflects a growing trend in law enforcement to adopt more holistic, community-oriented approaches to policing, especially when dealing with mental health crises. By combining the expert...

The law enforcement industry is growing and so are the salaries and benefits. The Little Rock Police Department is actively recruiting but do you have what it takes to join our team. For more information, simply go to belrpd.org.