Electronic Ticketing Saves Time & Lives

In today’s information age, the Internet has changed the daily lives of many in profound ways that would have been hard to fathom at its outset. Mobile technology in the law enforcement profession is no exception. Years ago, it was a rarity to find a computer inside a police car; now it is hard for most officers to work without one.

When the Office of Technology Management at the Maryland State Police (MSP) deployed its first notebook computers in patrol vehicles in 2004, it identified a specific set of applications and tasks that would help officers perform their jobs better, such as completing reports from the field. The ability to identify the total cost of ownership was an important factor in the department’s original decision, but, at that time, the Maryland State Police could only estimate the value derived through time savings and improved communication.

As many police officers know, one of the most dangerous and overlooked factors for officers during traffic stops is their exposure to other cars driving past the scene. During the 10 years from 1997 to 2006, 46 officers were fatally struck by passing vehicles while out of their patrol cars on traffic stops. Therefore, the less time officers need to remain on the side of the road writing a …

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Lastest in Patrol Hardware: Space Saving Efficiency
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The latest trend in patrol hardware is the E-Ticketing hardware system available to law enforcement agencies using electronic ticketing programs. This fully portable over the seat organizer, specially designed to house a printer and scanner, allows officers to quickly …

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Looking Ahead to Powerful Benefits
The benefits of mobile technology in the law enforcement profession can be incredibly powerful over time, because opportunities increase with every new technological advance. In the case of E-TIX, what started as a straightforward deployment of rugged notebook computers in …

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How Tough is Tough Enough?

How tough is a Toughbook? Apparently, one reported took their torture tests to the extreme and the Toughbook came out looking like an army tank. Let’s take a look at some of the torture they put the Toughbook through. They dropped the Panasonic CF-30 “Toughbook,” kicked …Read More >>

SoundOff Signal Interior Lightbar
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Our new Pinnacle Series utilizes a completely new optic design and look. The super, wide angle output boosts the light farther and wider than anything else on the market. Pinnacle Interior Lightbar is designed to fit very tightly against the windshield for very little … Read More >>

Mouting Systems
At Brekford, we install mounting systems and docking stations for in-vehicle communication equipment. From laptop computers, tablets and hand-helds, to GPS terminals, two-way radios, and full console systems, we are able to provide ergonomically sound mounting systems with …

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Business-rugged Toughbook F8
Ready to move at the speed of business, the lightweight, 3.7-pound Toughbook® F8 is the world’s lightest 14.1″ PC with a built-in DVD drive. It offers a large 14.1” widescreen LCD, integrated handle, draft-n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth® and optional 3G Gobi Mobile Internet access. … Read More >>