
SROs and the School Police… Is There a Difference?
In the early 1990s, in response to a rising threat of violence in schools across the country, the national School Resource Officer (SRO) Program was expanded considerably....

“Interesting Read on Juvenile Justice and School Discipline Reform”
Please find the attached link regarding an interesting news article discussing the harshness of zero-tolerance disciplinary practices in Texas schools and across...
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Virtual Deposition
The Miami-Dade Schools Police Department successfully conducted the first “virtual deposition” with the Miami-Dade Public Defenders Office (MDPDO) on...

DUI Checkpoints
To the Members of the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department: As many of you know, the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department remains committed to providing the highest...

P.O.A.T. Kickball Tournament
To the Members of the Miami Dade Schools Police Department: This past weekend, the Police Officer Assistance Trust (POAT) held a Kickball Tournament to benefit the...

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
To the Members of the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department: Attached is a link to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, located in Washington D.C. I recently...

Happy 4th of July!
My Colleagues and Friends, On this Independence Day, I wanted to take a moment and express my well wishes onto all of you. Our country is a great country and a...

Recent Rulings and Decisions from US Supreme Court
http://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/10pdf/09-11121.pdf

Justices Say Fleeing Police by Car Is a Violent Felony
To M-DSPD Personnel: This is an interesting read regarding a recent decision on police chases. Knowledge is power……keep reading and learning. Stay Safe See...

Defense Against Hair Pulls
To M-DSPD Personnel: Attached is an article regarding Officer Safety for Female Officers-Defense Against Hair Pulls. Remember, one of the best defenses is to ensure...
