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About Commander Chris Wagoner
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I have been a police officer for 28+ years and still going! I am the Police Academy Commander at a LAw Enforcement/ Corrections Academy in North Central Florida. I can answer most questions concerning law enforcement procedures, law enforcement training and general questions about law enforcment' I can also answer questions about becoming a law enfocement officer. I teach the following subjects: RADAR/LASER, Law Enforcement Driving, Law Enforcement Firearms and Patrol Techniques, Officer Safety, WMD's for Patrol Officers, Application of Law, Communications skills, Dealing with the Mentally and physically handicapped, and many more subjects. I have worked as a subject matter expert for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and helped to write the police curriculum for the State of Florida. I like answering questions about how to become a police officer, and questions about why did an officer do this or that type questions. I also like answering any questions you may have about police work in general. I do not mind helping with homework questions or trying to answer your questions about legal subjects that I have knowledge of. You will never know the answer until you ask! If you do ask a question, PLEASE take the time to at least rate the answer. I do not get paid to answer these questions and do it on my own time. If you ask, please rate it when I answer. Thanks!!!

Experience
I am a 26 year veteran police officer, I am currently the Police Academy Commander of an Academy in North FLorida. I have been training police officers since 1993 and have trained them in all aspects of law enforcement, including firearms, Driving and legal subjects including patrol techniques and others.

Publications
I am a published author in Accident Investigation from the University of North Florida, Institute of Police Technology and Management.

Education/Credentials
I have 2 degrees, an AAS in Criminal Justice Technology from Santa Fe Community College, and a AA from Santa Fe Community College in Criminal Justice Programs.

Awards and Honors
Phi Theta Kappa

   

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S.W.A.T8/28/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: Hey, I'm 13 and I was wondering if you had to be in the police force before you become part of the ...
  A: I understand what you are saying, but in the real world, it just doesn't work that way. Plus, I ...
forensic technician8/28/2008Dick Rogers
  Q: I am looking into the forensics field and I'm a little confused on how to get there. I was told by ...
  A: Anna, the first thing I want to say to you is to beware of what you see on television as it relates ...
S.W.A.T8/28/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: Hey, I'm 13 and I was wondering if you had to be in the police force before you become part of the ...
  A: Good questions. Many young folks are a bit confused on this same subject. First, I would invite you ...
Why is law enforcement a rewarding career?8/27/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: ! I am 21 years old and set to graduate this spring from Western Washington University. I have a ...
  A: There are many reasons that I like what I do but I have to say the main reason that I have stayed in ...
finding a person.8/26/2008Jack Toomey
  Q: In my story, an adult is adducted, shoved into a van after coming out of a restaurant. The police, ...
  A: If the person is abducted coming out of a restaraunt I would assume that there are witnesses. ...
Unstable/gaps in employment.8/25/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: I would like to apply to the FHP, however I have a couple of questions. I was unable to find a ...
  A: Well the first thing I can think of is to raise your credit score. Work on getting it as high as you ...
finding a person.8/25/2008Jack Toomey
  Q: In my story, an adult is adducted, shoved into a van after coming out of a restaurant. The police, ...
  A: Are you asking me how the police would be able to find where the person is being held? Or are you ...
Unstable/gaps in employment.8/25/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: I would like to apply to the FHP, however I have a couple of questions. I was unable to find a ...
  A: Your credit will not help you, you did not say how long ago it was but the longer the better. I have ...
swat/ police officer8/25/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: my name is Nick Wessels and i am now a senior at Rowlett high school.I just joined the Air force in ...
  A: Sounds to me that you have a decent plan in the works. Thank you for your military service. I always ...
IM JUST CURIOUUS8/25/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: IS THERE ANYMORE STATES THAT HAVE A MIN. AGE LIMIT OF 19 TO BECOME A POLICE OFFICER ANSWER: Hi ...
  A: Here is the Indiana police office minimums.. Basic Eligibility Requirements and Consideration ...
LAW ENFORMENT8/23/2008William Payne
  Q: AN 20 YEAR OLD SECURITY GUARD THAT IS INTERESTED IN ONE DAY BECOMING A POLICE OFFICER.I HAVE LOOKED ...
  A: Bryan, Thanks for the question. In South Carolina, if you have a conviction for a theft, you will ...
IM JUST CURIOUUS8/23/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: IS THERE ANYMORE STATES THAT HAVE A MIN. AGE LIMIT OF 19 TO BECOME A POLICE OFFICER ANSWER: Hi ...
  A: Here are the Cal standards to be a police officer: California peace officers undergo an extensive ...
Police Captain8/23/2008Jason Grabill
  Q: The main character in a story I am writing is the captain of a precinct in a major city. When he ...
  A: Paige: Likely he would meet with the offgoing shift commander (a Lt, usually) for his 'major ...
IM JUST CURIOUUS8/21/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: IS THERE ANYMORE STATES THAT HAVE A MIN. AGE LIMIT OF 19 TO BECOME A POLICE OFFICER
  A: Well most states are 19. There are a few that are 21, but most are 19. There is no national ...
Career In Law Enforcement8/21/2008Jack Toomey
  Q: How's it going sir? My Question is very open, so i don't expect an easy answer, just some guidance. ...
  A: Anthony, Let me be blunt. No one goes straight into a specialized unit no matter what they have ...
Can I still get a job?8/21/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: My name is Eric and I'm a 22 year old who recently graduated from Rutgers University with a degree ...
  A: RELAX. Your going to be fine. Even if you were convicted (which I have no doubts you will not be ...
traffic homicide8/20/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: Could you please give me the legal definition of "traffic homicide"?
  A: Homicide is the killing of one human being by another human being. Factor into the equation ...
I want to know how to join S.W.A.T8/20/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: Well my question is I am thirteen and would like to know what i should do to help me get in the ...
  A: Well I am glad to hear you are thinking so far ahead. Thats great. And a lot more than a lot of your ...
Psyc test8/20/2008Jason Grabill
  Q: Jason: I am worried. My pysc was brutual. I had a difficult female doc. She was drilling me on ...
  A: Kevin: These tests are designed to do just that, freak you out to see how well you handle the ...
Career paths in NYPD8/19/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: I'm not sure how familiar you are with the NYPD, but I am a graduate student who would like to work ...
  A: Kind of difficult to give you a solid path to where you want to go. But, I'll give you some ideas to ...
education8/18/2008Jason Grabill
  Q: My son is 9 yrs old. He is interested in becoming a cop. We want to know what difference a degree in ...
  A: Kevin: 9???? An awfully young age to be concerned about such things. However, as far as money ...
who gets units together?8/18/2008Eric Potts
  Q: I am planning to write a story in which three officers do good work in a certain area, and so are ...
  A: Demetrius, Everything is relative. The Chief can be young (in their 30s) or older, he or she could ...
handicap parking8/18/2008William Payne
  Q: i have seen and went to the manager of our walmart about the non handicap persons parking in the ...
  A: Hugh, Thanks for the question. She should have called the local police to come and enforce the ...
Becoming a Police officer with a DUI conviction8/18/2008Dick Rogers
  Q: In August of 2005 (at the age of 20) I was arrested for DUI. By far, the dumbest/most immature/ most ...
  A: Jason, you have answered much of your question in that many jurisdictions have varying specifics ...
how tall??8/17/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: and i would like to know dose it really matter . I'm 5'1 yes i know im short but strong Thank you,
  A: Where did you find a height limit? In Florida its up to the departments as to setting those kinds of ...
Hi8/17/2008Jack Toomey
  Q: okay i justed started high school, and im really serious about becoming apart of the special victims ...
  A: Well the lesson here is for you not to believe anything that you see on television. No shows about ...
Hi8/17/2008Jack Toomey
  Q: okay i justed started high school, and im really serious about becoming apart of the special victims ...
  A: Julie, I am guessing that you are getting your idea from watching television. The bad news is ...
Background Investigation for Lateral Tranfer could be a problem??8/15/2008Jack Toomey
  Q: I was a police officer in Alabama for two years, and just recently ended my employment with the ...
  A: Ok I thought that most officers in this country were represented by unions like the FOP. Big ...
Background Investigation for Lateral Tranfer could be a problem??8/15/2008Jack Toomey
  Q: I was a police officer in Alabama for two years, and just recently ended my employment with the ...
  A: James, Not knowing a thing about the Seattle police department this question is almost ...
Background Investigation for Lateral Tranfer could be a problem??8/15/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: I was a police officer in Alabama for two years, and just recently ended my employment with the ...
  A: James, Personnel issues in this regard are really not my bag. You might want to contact an attorney, ...
Background Investigation for Lateral Tranfer could be a problem??8/15/2008William Payne
  Q: I was a police officer in Alabama for two years, and just recently ended my employment with the ...
  A: James, Thanks for the question. It's not supposed to happen, but I can almost guarantee you that ...
Is criminal justice the right way to go?8/15/2008David L. Green
  Q: I am a 33 old seperated mother who has a strong desire to earn a degree. I am currently a court ...
  A: Antoinette; I am not certain that a degree in criminal justice will accomplish what you are ...
drug use8/14/2008Jim Pastore
  Q: Im already a police officer in the state of maryland. My question is this, my wife is trying to ...
  A: Chris, The main thing is that she is honest about it. That's the main thing they are looking ...
color blind8/14/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: if u r color blind could u become a cop
  A: As you can imagine, being color blind would be a real problem for a police officer. Since we base ...
WHAT CAN STOP ME FROM BEING A POLICE OFFICER8/13/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: I WAS JUST WONDERING IF MY PAST CAN STOP ME FROM BEING A POLICE OFFICER. I WAS ARRESTED THREE TIMES ...
  A: Your best bet, is to contact a human resource person at the agency you are interested in, and ...
Questions about Law Enforcement8/13/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: Sorry if this isn't your area of expertise, but you were definitely the closest one. I'm really ...
  A: Fitness is clearly a required asset. I would say that stamina is important, upper body strength, and ...
Recovering alcoholic8/13/2008Commander Chris Wagoner
  Q: I have an interview scheduled next Tuesday for the Phoenix police dept as an office.(No ...
  A: GOOD FOR YOU!! I think that is a great thing you have done. As for your interview and other ...
Questions about Law Enforcement8/12/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: Sorry if this isn't your area of expertise, but you were definitely the closest one. I'm really ...
  A: First let me congratulate you on what appears to be a sterling example of the good youth that one ...
Background8/11/2008Eric Potts
  Q: I'm in the background process in becoming a deputy sheriff.And want to know if my boyfriend ...
  A: In a word, NO. However, if your boyfriends background is shaky at best, and the behavior that made ...
Becoming SWAT8/11/2008Loren Stevens
  Q: I know it is an often asked question but i was wondering what you would need to do in order to ...
  A: As you might suspect, there are many variables associated with a response to your question. Much ...

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