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My name is Oliver (Olie) and have recently gone through the process of
getting my greencard into the United States. I've always had a keen interest in
becoming an officer in England but getting my greencard has inspired me
into looking at law enforcement here in the US. I will moving to Orlando, FL
this August and was wondering if a UK citizen can apply to be an officer or
whether I will have to wait a few years in order to get my citizenship?

I believe that I have read somewhere else that you can, depending on which
state you are a resident within. Whether this is true or not is beyond me but
any answers would be terrific and much appreciated.

Thank you ver much for your time and look forward to hearing back from you
soon.

Olie

Answer
Olie:

 Here is the OPD website, and the recruiting section.  You might give them a call.

http://www.cityoforlando.net/POLICE/misc/recruiting.htm

 According to the site, you must be a US citizen to apply.  However, I'd give them a call anyway, they will be able to give you a direct, 'no kidding' answer.

 Best of luck!

Jason

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General Maryland Law Enforcement, Maryland Law & Traffic Law, the Court System. How to start the process to become a Police Officer, different Police careers, the Interview process, General Police career questions

Experience

18 Years experience as a local and Federal Police officer. In addition to working "the road", I've worked as an Academy Instructor, Law Digest Compiler for Police Department, Community Policing coordinator, Department Gang officer, Bike Patrol Officer, and Advanced Accident Investigator. I've also served on the SWAT/SRT team, and currently work for the Department of Army Police (Federal Civilian) at Fort Detrick, Frederick Md, as a Sergeant. I'm Certified as a Police and Emergency Medical dispatcher through the National Academies of Emergency Dispatch.

Organizations
Police Marksman Association Fraternal Order of Police

Education/Credentials
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
Prince Georges County Maryland Municipal Police Academy, Western Maryland Police Academy
Radar, Portable Breath Test, PR-24 Police Baton, ASP, Police Mountain Bike Certified. Maryland Police Training Commission Basic Instructor Certified. CALEA Certified Field Training Officer (FTO), Advanced Criminal Investigator School, Advanced Crash Investigator School, National Academies of Emergency Dispatch Certified Emergency Police Dispatch, Emergency Medical Dispatch, Emergency Telecommunications Operator.

Awards and Honors
Police Officer of the Year, Prince Georges County Municipal Police Chiefs Association (1995).
City of District Heights Police Officer of the Year, 1995.
Distinguished Service Cross for Valor, 1995 (National Association Chiefs of Police).

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