The Foot Pursuit That Changed Policing
Memphis, Tennessee. October 3, 1974. The call came in as a burglary in progress. A homeowner had heard glass breaking next door and called police. Officer Elton Hymon responded, arriving […]
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Statehouse Report – 03/20/2026
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police remains committed to keeping law enforcement officers informed about legislative activity that affects our profession. This weekly Statehouse Report provides a clear, concise […]
The Supreme Court Case That Guaranteed the Right to Counsel
On March 18, 1963, a handwritten letter from a prison cell reshaped the American justice system and permanently altered how criminal cases are built, defended, and prosecuted. Clarence Earl Gideon […]
Statehouse Report – 03/13/2026
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police remains committed to keeping law enforcement officers informed about legislative activity that affects our profession. This weekly Statehouse Report provides a clear, concise […]
They Went In First: South Carolina’s K9 Protection Law
At the worst moment of a manhunt, when a suspect has run, hidden, armed himself, and decided he will not surrender, a police dog is often the first one sent […]
Statehouse Report – 03/06/2026
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police remains committed to keeping law enforcement officers informed about legislative activity that affects our profession. This weekly Statehouse Report provides a clear, concise […]
Crisis Intervention and Peer Support Training Scheduled in Myrtle Beach
Public safety professionals regularly encounter situations that place significant emotional and psychological demands on those who respond. Training that prepares officers and other first responders to recognize and respond to […]
From First to Foundational: Women in South Carolina Law Enforcement
In recognition of Women’s History Month, it is fitting to pause and reflect on the women whose service shaped the course of law enforcement in South Carolina. Long before female […]
Community Engagement Training Summit
South Carolina law enforcement continues to evolve in response to changing community expectations, emerging challenges, and the need for sustained public trust. Professional growth requires more than tactical proficiency. It […]
Statehouse Report – 02/27/2026
The South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police remains committed to keeping law enforcement officers informed about legislative activity that affects our profession. This weekly Statehouse Report provides a clear, concise […]
