Parade will have announced the Police Officer of the Year winner and 10 honorable mentions on Sunday, October 31. Badge of Courage will look at the story behind this year's winner, as well as visit past winners and the techniques, activities and methods that made them outstanding contemporary law enforcement officers. Court TV is committed to offering diverse perspectives on all aspects of the crime and justice arena, and with this documentary, we can provide another dimension of the law enforcement community to the viewer. Those special individuals who choose to become police officers excel in this difficult profession and make a positive contribution to their communities. They deserve to be recognized for work well done.
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