The nature of our profession requires that we continually adjust to a vast array of new and ever-changing challenges as we strive to fulfill our mission of protecting the people we serve. Today, unlike ever before, law enforcement confronts myriad threats, challenges, and opportunities that were simply unimaginable even a few years ago. These challenges often extend outside of the realm of normal law enforcement functions and go beyond the services we were trained for or have the capabilities to confront. For example, our officers are asked to respond to persons affected by mental illness or substance abuse disorders on a daily basis. Our mental health facilities are overwhelmed and crowded, leaving the police to act as mental health respondents.
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