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Lexipol provides fully developed, state-specific policies researched and written by subject matter experts and vetted by attorneys. Our policies are based on nationwide standards and best practices while also incorporating state and federal laws and regulations where appropriate. Best of all, we keep your policies updated for you, saving you time and money.

With Lexipol, you will enhance personnel accountability, reduce liability, save time and money on policy management AND rest easy knowing your facility is protected.

The court determines if liability falls to jail staff members in a recent case involving an inmate suicide
Lexipol employees have a personal love and passion for the public safety industry
The added wealth of experience, leadership will continue to bring innovative solutions to customers in public safety
The nomination for the 2024 Business Intelligence Group award focused on the Cordico wellness app
Lexipol’s comprehensive suite of solutions address key challenges for public safety and local government agencies
The Best in Biz Award recognizes the new version of Lexipol’s Cordico wellness app for first responders
With facilities constantly short-staffed, today’s corrections training requires innovative scheduling, methods and platforms for success
Officers should always control the time and place of any interactions with inmates
Jail policies and classification systems have been largely developed based on the male population
Don’t ever rely on the “search incident to arrest” by the arresting or transporting officer
Is a warrantless search of a probationer’s cellphone permissible? The appellate court decides in a recent case
Corrections leaders should watch for corrections officers in their facilities developing inappropriate relationships with inmates
It is important that all staff know and follow their agency’s policies on security, inspections, contraband and escapes
How can jails effectively address opioid use disorder (OUD), while maintaining the safety of the facility and ensuring protection of inmates’ constitutional rights?
We must ensure the people who are using the equipment are trained, authorized and certified to do so
You can learn a lot from phone calls, such as plans for contraband being introduced to your facility or planned assaults on staff or other inmates
Your productivity may be dependent on your interpersonal skills
You don’t get to “win” the fight. You stop when the violence or active resistance has stopped
Good training strategies make for competent employees who are in their element at work and less likely to look for greener pastures
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BLUF your way to better public safety writing
If you want to ensure your critical points reach the reader, consider moving the conclusion or the necessary action to the beginning of the document
Many in corrections aren’t fully aware of the impact inmate ingenuity can have on daily operations; jail staff need to be alert and on guard
When mass arrests occur, don’t be caught flat-footed
If you think there is any chance you’ll need backup, don’t be a hero
When designing your next training, consider how you will promote not only learning, but learning transfer
Keeping a conflict from turning violent is your responsibility. And that means building your conflict management skills
We know attacks happen in jail facilities. Your challenge is to recognize the warning signs and, when possible, use de-escalation to prevent an attack or the need for force
Good training helps with morale, boosts employee self-confidence, improves job performance and improves staff retention
PREA regulations and resulting policies are extensive and can involve a lot of work. So, why should we go through all this trouble?
Are you familiar with your agency’s policies that give you the tools to aid or protect vulnerable inmates?