Recently, over lunch, Bobby Byrnes and I got to talking about our careers, both starting as police officers in the early 1990’s.  We had 25 years plus of teaching together and also worked on many cases from investigation to prosecution-murders, cartel level drug...

Patrick Morley Vice President McCarthy Byrnes   Effective policing in the United States depends not only on the professionalism of individual officers but also on the systems that guide their actions. Among the most important of these systems are comprehensive...

After filming an episode of Wearing the Badge, Garry McCarthy , Robert Toerpe , Brian Strockis and I sat down for dinner. What started as a casual conversation quickly turned into something far more meaningful. We began talking about the one factor that consistently...

Illinois State Representative Kelly Cassidy is advancing legislation that would strip law enforcement of another critical tool by banning the use of facial recognition and other biometric identifiers statewide. At the same time, a separate House bill seeks to...

As 2025 comes to a close, I had the privilege of teaching the Developing and Managing Informants class at the Arlington Heights Police Department. Standing in front of a room filled with patrol officers, detectives, and tactical team members from twenty Chicagoland...

In the realm of public safety and crime prevention, few technologies have sparked as much debate as ShotSpotter. Critics often focus on its cost and efficiency, but the most crucial aspect remains underreported: ShotSpotter saves lives. This advanced acoustic gunshot...

Robert Byrnes COO, McCarthy Byrnes June 7, 2024 As village managers and budget directors, you hold the key to ensuring the safety and efficiency of your community’s police force. In the face of budget constraints, it's often tempting to view training as an expendable...

Joe De Lopez Director of Law Enforcement and Government Consulting McCarthy Byrnes April 25, 2024 Introduction: In the dynamic landscape of law enforcement, operational staffing studies play a pivotal role in ensuring optimal resource allocation, enhancing...

Introduction: In today's competitive landscape, law enforcement agencies face significant challenges in recruiting and retaining top talent. At McCarthy Byrnes, we understand the critical importance of attracting skilled professionals and fostering a culture of...

Prioritizing Police Wellness: A Call to Action for Leadership Robert Byrnes, COO - McCarthy Byrnes In the realm of law enforcement, the importance of police leaders and supervisors cannot be overstated. They are not just administrators; they are the guardians of their...