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Hello Sir, my name is Adam Przymus, I am 27 years old and have finally chosen a career path. I have been invited to go and test an agility and written test for the Norman, OK police department. I am confident in my physical ability and mostly confident that the written exam should be no problem but I would, to whatever extent you may divulge, like to know what the questions will be like and overall just what to expect. I have a clean background and I believe that I will make an excellent addition to any police force, so now its time for me to prove it and Im just looking for a little heads up. Thank you for your time.
Adam

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Adam,

   The hardest part people have is the polygraph. And that's all because people don't know what to expect. They will ask you questions about drug use, about theft, and things of that nature. My best advise is just be totally honest. They know people make mistakes and they are looking for honesty. Believe me unless your some drug dealer you'll do fine. Just relax, be honest and be yourself. Best of Luck.

Jim

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Jim Pastore

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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.

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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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