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Question
am in the process of filling out an application for a local law enforcement department, but I am stuck on how to answer a question honestly. It’s a psychological question based...the question is one that when asked no one can answer no, they have never taken anything. I have never intentionally taken anything, but have unconsciously walked off with a pen, scissors, or even keys. Nothing what so ever of any great value. What would be an acceptable yet honest answer to this question in terms total value...?
If you had to place a dollar amount on the property that you have taken throughout your lifetime, what would that amount be? This amount should also include any theft from an employer, including, but not limited to pens, paper, other office supplies. Please provide the dollar amount below and describe the items taken.
Tracie:
I think the correct answer would be "zero", since you never had any intent to steal or perm. deprive anyone of any property. It doesn't sound like you have stolen anything. This is a trick question, BTW, looking to make you into some sort of thief even if you are not.
If you really feel like you have to answer this question, though, (and it's not a bad idea), "Misc. Office supplies" and a total dollar amount of 5-10 dollars. That's probably about right for most of us anyway, unless you were walking out the door with cartons of paper or boxes of ink pens or something! :)
Best of luck,
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Answers by Expert:
Jason Grabill
Expertise
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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