New police officers have to learn that there is a lot of discretion that police officers have when they are performing their duties. Because officers spend a great deal of time on their own (or with partners) they can make different decisions on how they choose to enforce laws, and serve the public. This can […]

Domestic assault is a serious offence. As an officer I encountered it on a weekly, and unfortunately at times it seemed a daily basis. Victims and witnesses often don’t want police involved, as an arrest of a family member can cause obvious problems including financial hardship, destroyed relationships or potential escalation. Police have a duty […]