The History of the 4810 Barcode Scanner
This past spring, L-Tron introduced the 4910LR barcode scanner. Prior to the 4910LR, L-Tron’s 4810 Barcode Scanner was a top-seller. Here is a bit of interesting history about the 4810 model.
I like Law Enforcement Conferences Part II
Well, last week marked the end of the spring rush of Law Enforcement conference trade show sponsorships and exhibits for L-Tron. And yes, I still like working trade shows! April took us to our own backyard in downtown Rochester, NY for the Empire State Law Enforcement Traffic Safety conference (ESLETS). This conference is invitation only …
The 4910LR Law Enforcement Tour, Part 1: I Like Tradeshows
My name is Gayle and I like trade shows. Who knew?? When L-Tron recently launched our 3rd generation eCitation scanner, the 4910LR, I knew that I would be spending a lot of time at trade shows and I can say I had no idea what to expect. As part of our marketing roll-out – and …
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Iowa Law Show 2013: Traffic Safety at Its Best
I’m always trying to convince my husband that we should take a vacation. My top destinations? Italy, Greece, Hawaii, France, the Caribbean…to name a few. How about Iowa? Well, it may or may not be on a “Top 5” list, but if you’re in the Law Enforcement or Traffic Safety professions, Iowa should definitely be …
Thankful For Our Courageous First Responders
Christmas Eve was a tragic day for our community. In the early hours of the morning, firefighters in Webster, NY rushed to the scene of a fire on Lake Road. These men were met with hostile gunfire and two of the brave men were killed at the scene. Seven homes were destroyed and several other …
Small Tablet Computer for the ‘Other’ Patrol Vehicles
When most people think of a police vehicle, they think of the standard patrol car. You know, the type that made many of you slam on your brakes this morning on your way to work to prevent getting pulled over for speeding. Although the patrol car is the most popular, there are actually numerous types …
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The Modern Patrol Car: Tablet vs Laptop
It’s that time of year again. Just a few days until Thanksgiving and then the holiday shopping madness kicks into high gear. On Friday, ambitious shoppers all over the country will be looking for deals, trying to determine what to buy for their friends and family, and figuring out where to find the best products …
Direct Thermal vs Inkjet Printing for eCitations and Accident Reports
A few years ago, in the middle of a hot, humid summer, an inattentive driver rear-ended my wife’s car. Luckily, no one was injured. The Deputy from our local Sheriff’s Office gave my wife a copy of the accident report that he printed using the printer in his patrol car. Unfortunately, when she got home …
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Patrol Vehicle Printer – Where Are You Going to Put It?
Over the years, I’ve talked to quite a few law enforcement professionals facing the task of equipping their fleet with the tools of electronic citation. Most of their departments already have computers in the vehicles, along with a host of other electronic and tactical gear. eCitation almost always includes a driver license reader (we think …
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Using Imaging for Traffic Citations and Accident Reports
We have all heard the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words,” but this is especially true in Law Enforcement. Law Enforcement officers frequently find themselves in situations in which they rely on pictures to either make or break a case. Take a crime scene, for instance. It is important to carefully document each and every piece of evidence. Pictures can also be …
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