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Expert: - 9/3/2010


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I am a sergeant in the NYPD and due to retire after 20 years in May of 2011 at the age of 41. I am interested in applying to the Annapolis Police Department, as they are currently accepting only lateral transfers with MPTC certification under job listing 4009. Is the NYPD academy and in-service training recognized by the State of Maryland to satisfy this certification or would I need to attend another academy?  I have recieved all of the training required in the job listing through my agency. Additionally, is there a maximum age limit for employment? Thank you for your time.

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William:
 
  You'll have to do what's called "Comparative Compliance", about 5 weeks of Maryland laws, etc.  I don't believe you are going to qualify under that listing.  No max age though, which is a good thing.  Give their recruiting Sgt a call, worth the time and trouble to do so.  

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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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