Behind the Badge Archive

Each month, Sheriff Ted Mink shares information with citizens on safety topics that affect their lives in a column called "Behind the Badge."  Topics include crime prevention, personal safety tips, new laws or policies that affect citizens, Sheriff's Office activities and crime trend alerts.
Note: As you read, be mindful of the date on the message, as some information may have changed.

 

2013

Motorcycles Have Limits. Know Them. (May 2013)

Thwart Cyber Thugs (April 2013)

Is Your Car Vulnerable? (March 2013)

When In Doubt Get Out (February 2013)

Cyberbullying: More Real Than you Think (January 2013)

Archived Columns 

2012

A Hard Look at School Safety (December 2012)

Boundary Disputes (November 2012)

Safety Tips for Kids (October 2012)

Craigslist Theft (September 2012)

Ready Your Routine (August 2012)

What are Bath Salts? (July 2012)

Target Shooting on Public Lands-Fire Ban/Restriction (June 2012)

Waterton Canyon Reopens: Outdoor Enthusiasts Rejoice, Preparedness Prevails (March 2012)

Neighborhood Watch: You Have the Power to Prevent Crime (February 2012)

The Use of Technology to Stalk (January 2012)

2011

This Isn't Your Father's 911 (December 2011)

What's in Your 72-Hour Kit? (November 2011)

Drinking and Driving is a Costly Mistake (October 2011)

Precautions Against Child Predation (September 2011)

Special Teams and Training can Save the Day (August 2011)

There is No Poop Fairy (July 2011)

Fireworks: Know the Laws, Know the Risks (June 2011)

"Be Wise With Your Eyes" (May 2011) 

Wildfire: We're All In This Together (April 2011)

Watch Out for These Wire Fraud Scams (March 2011)

What to Expect if You're the Victim of a Crime (February 2011) 

Can You Help Solve a Crime? (January 2011)

 2010

Social Media Safety (December 2010)

Top Tips for a Safe Holiday Season (November 2010)

Fall in Jeffco: We've Got Some Wild, Wild Life (October 2010)

Ending Domestic Violence for the Victim and the Community (September 2010)

Law Enforcement Reserves: To Serve and Protect (August 2010)

Is Your Home Secure? Put it to the Test. (July 2010)

Teens: Think Twice about Unsupervised Parties, Unsafe Driving (June 2010)

Top Tips for a Safe Summer (May 2010)

The Power of Crime Prevention (April 2010)

Make a Plan in Case of Emergency (March 2010)

Census 2010: Be Safe and Be Counted (February 2010)

"Sexting" and Teens: What Message Are You Sending? (January 2010)

 2009

Five New Year's Resolutions for a Safer 2010 (December 2009)

It's the Most Overwhelming Time of the Year (November 2009)

Preventing Identity Theft in 2010 (October 2009)

Can You Help Solve a Mystery (September 2009)

Sheriff's Safety Fair: Do You Know How to ... (August 2009)

What You Need to Know about Calling 911 (July 2009)

Safety Tips for Kids (June 2009)

Colorado LifeTrak: Protecting Those Who Wander (May 2009)

Wildfire Prevention Starts with You (April 2009)

How to Avoid Coyote Conflicts (March 2009)

Go Behind the Scenes at the Sheriff's Office in the Free Citizens' Academy (February 2009)

Updated Services for Citizens (January 2009) 

 2008

Crime and Quality-of-Life Quiz (December 2008)

Why Spay or Neuter Your Pet? (November 2008)

Runaways: Information for Parents (October 2008)

E-mail Scams 101 (September 2008)

Teens in the Driver's Seat (August 2008)

What Happens After a Crash? (July 2008)

Cycling in Jefferson County (June 2008)

Safe Travels This Summer (May 2008)

Foreclosed Homes and their Impact on Neighborhoods (April 2008)

Traffic Enforcement: What's Going on Behind the Badge? (March 2008)

Sexual Assault: Reduce Your Risk (February 2008)

Can You Help Find a Missing Person? (January 2008)

 2007

Keeping Records and Keeping Tabs (December 2007)

Avoiding Holiday Hazards (November 2007)

Sex Offenders (October 2007)

A New Look at Domestic Violence (September 2007)

The Consequences of Drunk Driving (August 2007)

Living With Wildlife (July 2007)

Safe Summer Activities (June 2007)

Underage Drinking (May 2007)

Crime Mapping and More (April 2007)

Law Enforcement Approaches to Citizens with Mental Illnesses (March 2007)

Dangerous Games Kids Play (February 2007)

Sheriff's Office to Aid Residents in Graffiti Cleanup (January 2007)

 2006

Top 10 Crime Prevention Tips of 2006 (December 2006)

Simple Steps You Can Take to Prevent Burglary (November 2006)

Another Hard Look at School Safety (October 2006)

Business Watch and the Power to Prevent Crime (September 2006)

Back to School with Safe2Tell (August 2006)

Jeffco's Unsolved Mysteries (July 2006)

Sheriff's Office Joins Forces with Area Realtors (June 2006)

The Truth About Traffic Accidents (May 2006)

Safety Concerns for Seniors (April 2006)

MySpace and More: Internet Safety Tips for Parents and Teens (February 2006)

A Look Inside the Jefferson County Jail (January 2006)

 

 

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