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Policing Is On Thin Ice.

Can We Build a Path to Community Trust and Organizational Integrity?

On Thin Ice book by Jeff Wenninger

In his groundbreaking book, nationally recognized law enforcement expert Jeff Wenninger illuminates the need for the tough conversions required for successful policing in the 21st century.

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“This book captures the realities of policing that so many officers across the country experience every day. It clearly highlights the urgent need for a new era of thoughtful, accountable law enforcement.”

“Jeff’s perspective is nuanced— he advocates for a middle ground where trust, transparency, and collaboration replace the adversarial ‘them versus us’ dynamic that often defines police-community relations.”

“Riveting accounts of life-or-death encounters, along with powerful reflections on Ferguson, Uvalde, and other pivotal moments, offer an inside look at law enforcement that is unforgettable and impactful.“

“An intelligent and insightful call for a new vision of law enforcement in the United States… Jeff’s combination of firsthand experience in the cauldron that is LA, with his unwavering integrity, provides a much-needed reality check and a genuine sense of responsibility to this crucial discussion.”

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Jeff Wenninger

Retired LAPD Lieutenant, Nationally Recognized Law Enforcement Expert, and Founder & CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC

Drawing on firsthand experience from one of the nation’s most demanding police departments, Jeff has witnessed it all—the chaos, the failures, and the triumphs. In On Thin Ice, he delivers an unflinching insider’s perspective on the state of modern law enforcement. With a deep commitment to reimagine policing, Jeff is a trusted and forward-thinking voice dedicated to rebuilding the vital trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

Whether on stage, in consultation, or through the pages of his groundbreaking book, Jeff’s mission is unwavering: to restore trust, elevate standards, and create a safer, more equitable future for all.

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East Bay Time
Newsweek
Cleveland.com
Cal Matters
Columbus Dispatch
LA times
NPR

Everywhere you look —

There is public outcry, political pressure, front-page failures.

Trust in Law Enforcement is Cracking.

Wenninger doesn’t offer easy answers or recycled catchphrases like “defund the police” or “police reform.” What he brings is experience—authentic, unfiltered, and earned. He’s overseen more than 700 use of force incidents, led tactical teams in high-stakes situations, and helped rebuild fractured units under federal oversight. Through it all, he’s seen where policing struggles most: when leadership falters under pressure, when training falls short, and when the gap between policy and practice becomes a matter of life and death.

On thin ice covers:

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Why lasting change depends on a complete shift in culture and mindset

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The deadly cost of groupthink, fear-based decision-making, and weakness at the top

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Firsthand stories of failure and triumph, from the academy to the command post

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How diverse life experiences can strengthen departments and how that can help build trust and defuse tensions

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Interviews with experts and scholars that bring an unmatched perspective into the conversation, offering practical insight into what’s working—and what’s not.

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Jeff offers a range of services to help forward-thinking organizations drive real change and meaningful transformation in policing:

  • Keynote speeches
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  • Panel discussions
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  • Podcast features and media engagements

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The future of policing begins now.