The awareness of social-media threats, whether an action is intended or not, has skyrocketed.
All in Legal
Legal Considerations in School Safety and Security
The implications of Kentucky law and constitutional procedure within the school environment.
Excited Delirium in the Courtroom
Is the officer conduct reasonable given the circumstances?
Knock, Knock! Who’s There?
Knock-and-Talk and Protective Sweep
Use of Force in Crisis
When an officer is faced with a sudden, violent and dangerous subject, force is reasonable. How much force depends upon the circumstances.
Three Techniques to Limit Civil Liability Exposure
Policy development, training programs and proper supervision can help defend against civil liability.
The Keysor Conundrum
Maintaining and Protecting the Integrity of the Attorney-Client Relationship
Keeping the Peace
Understanding Landlord-Tenant Law
2016-17 Supreme Court Updates
Brief case summaries provided by DOCJT legal staff.
Tips for Court Preparation
Preparing for court is critical for law enforcement officers. Here are some basic rules to remember before taking the stand.
2017 New Kentucky Legislation
New legislation affecting law enforcement enacted by the 2017 Kentucky General Assembly goes into affect June 29.
A Nearly-Impossible Feat
The partnership between DOCJT and the state’s law enforcement agencies is helping the goals of Kentucky’s new sexual assault policies become reality.
Asset Forfeiture 101
Asset forfeiture is an important way for law enforcement agencies to deprive criminals of what they need to further their criminal course of action. Learn the legal what, when and how in this article.
Service Animal Rights
The ADA and Kentucky laws provide protections to disabled individuals and their service animals. Learn how to properly respond when a service animal is present.
A New Weapon in the Fight Against Opiates
New initiative is designed to increase prosecutions of drug-overdose cases under tough federal laws.