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majortoo · September 8, 2009, 08:30 PM

Good job, Chicago Police! Another element to consider in the complex situational dynamics (AKA: when the stuff is hitting the fan) is the possibility (probability?) that the suspect is high on some controlled substance. That being the case, there is a whole new set of rules that kick in, according to the behavioral science professionals. The LEO (law enforcement officer) often has about three seconds to make a life or death decision. Bottom line: we don't pay these officers enough, in terms of money or respect.

September 8, 2009, 08:30 PM	#31
majortoo Member Join Date: February 28, 2009 Posts: 27	Thank the Police Good job, Chicago Police! Another element to consider in the complex situational dynamics (AKA: when the stuff is hitting the fan) is the possibility (probability?) that the suspect is high on some controlled substance. That being the case, there is a whole new set of rules that kick in, according to the behavioral science professionals. The LEO (law enforcement officer) often has about three seconds to make a life or death decision. Bottom line: we don't pay these officers enough, in terms of money or respect.