Bench to Badge distills key U.S. Supreme Court cases into clear, practical video training for law enforcement. Each module ties landmark rulings to everyday policing, helping officers make informed, defensible decisions, strengthen public trust, and reduce overall risk.
Mapp v. Ohio (1961) established that evidence obtained through illegal searches and seizures in violation of the Fourth Amendment cannot be used in state courts. This decision extended the exclusionary rule to state court proceedings, reinforcing the need for proper warrants and lawful procedures.
For law enforcement, it underscored the importance of adhering to constitutional search and seizure standards to ensure evidence is admissible in court.
Lexipol Online Training delivers expert led courses that help officers make better decisions, strengthen policy understanding, and build confidence in the field. Bench to Badge is just one example of the engaging, practical learning available to your agency through this platform.
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Officers don’t need a law degree to understand the Constitution. These short, story-driven videos translate pivotal rulings into practical lessons that guide informed real-world decisions.
Empower your personnel with training grounded in constitutiona. law and modern best practices, reinforcing accountability, professionalism, and community trust.
Knowledge of foundational case law helps officers make sound decisions that safeguard individual rights, promote safer outcomes, and shield both personnel and agencies from costly mistakes. Knowledge-based policing protects everyone involved.