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Hi my name is rudy I am 20 years old and I am wondering if its beneficial to major in criminal justice if I'm planning on going into law enforcement I was thinking about getting a degree in psychology but im not sure.
I also want to know what would you say when they ask u what do you consider to be your greatest liabilities?
Rudy,
If it were me I would do a major in Psychology and minor in criminal justice. Most Departments are looking for a college degree and Psychology would be a plus.
One of my bigest liabilty is I trust in people sometimes more then I should.
Good Luck
Jim
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Careers: Police
Answers by Expert:
Jim Pastore
Expertise
I am a 23 yr veteran Police Officer in Ohio. I also am a past FOP Lodge President. I am well versed in Ohio laws both crminal and labor related, as well as Police contract neogations.
Experience
I have been assigned to the vice unit, the tactical response team and am currently a certified crime scene investigator and a certified Police Instructor. I am curently retired on disability after being injured in the line of duty. I retired on August 23, 2000 after 23 years as a Police Officer. I am now living in the Ft Myers Florida area..
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