Even small factual errors can break a reader’s trust. Experienced law enforcement professionals explain the inaccuracies they see most often in crime fiction and nonfiction and why those details matter. This session shows writers how to verify information, check assumptions, and research responsibly so stories feel grounded, informed, and believable.
Less-Than-Lethal Weapons: What Happens When Police Don’t Use Deadly Force
What really happens when officers reach for alternatives to deadly force? In this session, a Boston University professor explains how less-than-lethal weapons actually work, when they are used, and the legal and situational limits that govern their deployment. Writers...
