| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Police Officer | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I live in Maryland, and for the last several months I've been submitting apps to several local law ...
A: Jason: Right now employment is extremely difficult with very few agencies doing any hiring at ...
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| Past mistakes | 11/16/2009 |
Q: Good afternoon, I am 21 years old and preparing to graduate in May with a Bachelor's Degree in ...
A: Chris: You were doing good until you took that last hit. That one is going to likely hurt you, ...
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| Police Detainment | 11/15/2009 |
Q: I was recently arrested for public intoxication and when I was detained, I kept screaming and ...
A: Michelle: Duct tape? It's legal under certain circumstances. Needless to say, you should have ...
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| British officer | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I have been reading your posts with interest and have noticed that you have had a few from UK ...
A: Tony: No, sadly all I do is answer the questions, its very rare for me to ever hear of the ...
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| law/fire/ems cross training | 11/12/2009 |
Q: Hey, I am 19 and am currently licensed in Michigan as an EMT, I am enrolled in Paramedic school ...
A: Aaron: Each state and agency is different. In Maryland, you can work full time as a Police ...
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| Background ? | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I know that the background checks can make or break your police application, and Im in the process ...
A: Rachel: A difficult choice awaits you here. If you fail to disclose this, and it's discovered, ...
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| lateral | 10/26/2009 |
Q: Here is my question....... I am police officer currently in Maryland, and are interested in looking ...
A: Tommy: No, there aren't any websites. However, most other states recognize Maryland's academies, ...
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| Questions about becoming part of a tactical team or police sniper. | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I want to become a MP (military Police) in the Army. I am only 17 years old right now and a senior ...
A: Christine: First, talk to a recruiter if you haven't done so already, they can give you some ...
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| Looking to join the Baltimore PD | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I have been in the Coast Guard for 3 years now and I am getting out next year and am thinking about ...
A: Matt: First, the drug issue. It's going to depend on 'how much' you smoked. If it was regular ...
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| become a police officer | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I had a misdemeanor a year agofor resisting officer without violence ,but It was dropped,I was not ...
A: Junior: You'll have to disclose the information that lead to the arrest. Since it's so soon in ...
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| police recruit justice | 9/27/2009 |
Q: . i pasted the test then they said i cannot take the test anymore because i guessed to many times ...
A: Aisha: You 'guessed too many times' for drug useage? Meaning you likely were not sure and ...
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| Police officer | 9/21/2009 |
Q: my name is Juan, and i am attending at my last year of highschool, and i am intrested in the carrier ...
A: Juan: English, journalism, grammar, anything that requires you to write. Police officers do a ...
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| Career in Law Enforcement questions about my past | 9/13/2009 |
Q: I am 31 years old and am looking to change careers into law enforcement. I've tested with a few ...
A: John: You run into the same problem many folks who are slightly older have, you have a minor ...
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| tryin for somthin better. | 9/11/2009 |
Q: hey im currently in the military and have been for the past two years. i am also enrolled in penn ...
A: Cory: If 'indoors' is your thing then SWAT isn't it. There are very few 'indoors' jobs in law ...
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| discharge | 9/10/2009 |
Q: I read a question you answered which was very similar to my question so I figured maybe it was best ...
A: If the military says it was illegal, then it was illegal. Realistically, it's not the drug use that ...
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| tryin for somthin better. | 9/8/2009 |
Q: hey im currently in the military and have been for the past two years. i am also enrolled in penn ...
A: Cory: You would have to check with the department you are looking at attempting to get hired by, ...
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| police officer | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I'm a 25 year old mother of two and I've always wanted to become a police officer but never had the ...
A: Guerline: Here is a complete listing, with phone numbers, of the police academies in Florida: ...
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| baltimore city pd policy/DOC rejection | 8/24/2009 |
Q: Grabill. I was wondering if you could fill me in on Baltimore City's marijuana policy as far as ...
A: Lee: First off, I cannot advocate lying to another agency about your past rejections, if you are ...
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| How can I get into SWAT acadamys that are open to the public? | 8/19/2009 |
Q: How can I get into SWAT/SRT unit without a military background ASAP or a SWAT academy that is open ...
A: William: Short answer? You can't. There are none. Noone 'starts out' in SWAT it requires years ...
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| Dismissed from consideration.... | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I'm applying for a career as a corrections and police officer in MD with different departments. The ...
A: Michael: No, you can still become a police officer, BUT, because it's only been 5 years, you are ...
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| weed....police | 8/17/2009 |
Q: i am interested in persuing a career in law enforcement....maybe in aa county,baltimore county,or ...
A: Ryan: It sounds like you will be DQ'd for 'frequency of use'. Maryland is extremely particular ...
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| The process for becoming a police officer? | 8/16/2009 |
Q: I know you do not have to have a degree to become a police officer but how does the process really ...
A: Aileen: Some states allow you to attend the academy prior to full hiring, (some even require it). ...
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| Being Detained | 8/11/2009 |
Q: I'm currently going through the process for Border Patrol Agent. My question is will a detention ...
A: Luis: If you are thinking to NOT tell them about whatever incident this was that caused you to be ...
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| Will an arrest without conviction show up on the background investigation? | 8/6/2009 |
Q: Grabill, I am currently in the process of applying for a position as a Border Patrol Agent. About ...
A: Steve: Withdrawing at this point is probably too late, basically. If you don't want to go ...
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| Will an arrest without conviction show up on the background investigation? | 8/5/2009 |
Q: Grabill, I am currently in the process of applying for a position as a Border Patrol Agent. About ...
A: Steve: The driving record is going to be an issue for sure, and a background investigator is ...
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| I want to be a secret service agent | 8/1/2009 |
Q: my name is Omar and i just graduated high school, my dream one day is to become a secret service ...
A: Omar: The degree is a 'must', personally I'd go for something OTHER than Criminal Justice. Try ...
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| future in federal law enforcement | 7/30/2009 |
Q: i am currently in the Marine Corps. I am thinking of applying for U.S. marshals or FBI when i get ...
A: Richard: No, you'll need a BA or BS degree to apply for the FBI. (Check out their website for ...
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| Joining S.W.A.T after leaving the military | 7/26/2009 |
Q: Alright I am in the Army I am a Sgt and right now i have 4 years in and two tours overseas. Before i ...
A: Rolla: Nope. NOTHING 'automatically' qualifies you to go right to SWAT. You will have a 'leg ...
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| swat | 7/25/2009 |
Q: if im in the military reserve can that help me in anyway on becoming a swat member or is it still ...
A: Ty: No, getting into SWAT requires years of experience on patrol as a regular police officer ...
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| Degrees | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I am currently a college student who is looking to become either an agent for the FBI or a narcotics ...
A: Josh: Take the more difficult of the two. FBI prefers degrees in Accounting, Computer science, ...
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| Marine Contract | 7/19/2009 |
Q: I decided I was going to join the Marine Corps a couple of months ago, but have now started to have ...
A: Brian: Yes. Shows a lack of commitment, and you'll be discharged from the Delayed Entry Program, ...
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| would my past disqualify me for Baltimore City PD? | 6/28/2009 |
Q: Good afternoon sir, Thank you for taking time in reading my question. I am a 21 year old United ...
A: John: I'm afraid your excessive drug useage is going to prevent you from becoming a police officer ...
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| Federal Law Enforcement and Qualifications | 6/26/2009 |
Q: Hello, and thank you for reading my inquiry. I am a twenty three year old student majoring in ...
A: Rich: Yes, you certainly sound qualified. It's going to depend on what kind of federal position ...
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| Drug use in distant past. | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I am seriously considering a career change into law enforcement and was hoping you could answer a ...
A: Kevin: You *might* still be qualified but it's going to be difficult; With both Acid and ...
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| Baltimore City PD Drug Question | 6/18/2009 |
Q: I have yet another drug question, but this one is specific to the Baltimore City Police Department. ...
A: Matt: I think you'll be ok with the marijuana. I don't see an issue with the over 21 deal as ...
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| Military background and LE and disqualification | 6/4/2009 |
Q: I was hoping someone that has some knowledge regarding joining the police force can assist me. ...
A: Nick: They will, as your discharge code will reflect the drug discharge. You will have to ...
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| Some Questions | 6/2/2009 |
Q: I am attending Ashford University and I want to do a report on undercover cops and the risks that ...
A: Kelly; I'm afraid I'm not going to be much help to you for operational reasons. Although I've ...
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| hello | 6/1/2009 |
Q: B.I or the SWAT team! ANSWER: Linda; Basically, you have to apply to whichever agency is hiring ...
A: Linda: A criminal justice degree isn't bad, but any degree is a help. I'd personally work on ...
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| I want to be an officer but.... | 5/26/2009 |
Q: First off I admire the police force and would love to join. On to myI am a type 1 diabetic and I ...
A: Brittany: This website, if you research the 'previously answered questions' section will be ...
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| Step by Step Process For A Career With Maryland Police? | 5/1/2009 |
Q: Mr. Grabill, My name is Andrea and I am a 25 year old female located in Maryland. I am interested in ...
A: Andrea: No, PG county doesn't require any credits as far as I know. Montgomery is still the only ...
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| Step by Step Process For A Career With Maryland Police? | 4/30/2009 |
Q: Mr. Grabill, My name is Andrea and I am a 25 year old female located in Maryland. I am interested in ...
A: Andrea: Contact a Montgomery County PD recruiter, they can walk you through the process. Sounds ...
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| Changes in Corrections | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I am a 20 year old Criminal Justice major at university. For a paper we are writing, we are ...
A: I've never been in the correctional field, I'm afraid. However I can give you some general ...
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| starting out | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I have wanted to be a police officer for a long time. Now feels like the right time. I have a ...
A: Cody: Quite simply, you won't know until you do it. There isn't really any specific advice I can ...
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| Becoming an Officer as a UK citizen | 4/20/2009 |
Q: My name is Oliver (Olie) and have recently gone through the process of getting my greencard into ...
A: Olie: Here is the OPD website, and the recruiting section. You might give them a call. ...
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| How does a British police officer become a police officer in Florida | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I hope you can help... I am currently a police officer in England and have been an officer now for ...
A: Daniel: Believe it or not, not as hard as you might think. You would need a green card, making ...
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| School/Police Officers | 4/10/2009 |
Q: I'm in high school and I was wondering what kind of college should I go to so I can become a police ...
A: Suzie: Most law enforcement agencies do NOT require college to get hired. Certain states may ...
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| Becoming a police officer | 4/9/2009 |
Q: old. I go to school in Las Vegas, Nevada and i am REALLY interested in becoming a police officer and ...
A: Aimee: Sounds like you are doing everything that you can possibly do at this point. And, good ...
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| Sex crimes unit | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I would like to spen my life bringing sex offenders to justice. I am a long way from knowing where ...
A: Jake: The FBI has a good unit from what I'm told. Others are on the larger agencies such as NYPD ...
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| hello | 4/8/2009 |
Q: B.I or the SWAT team!
A: Linda; Basically, you have to apply to whichever agency is hiring in your area at the moment. ...
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| Various questions | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I am nineteen years old and I was curious as to the age requirement to start the academy? As well as ...
A: Storm: You must be age 21 upon graduation of the academy, which usually takes 6 months or so to ...
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| How to become an acadmey instructor | 3/19/2009 |
Q: I am a police officer with five years on the job in Sydney, Australia. I am contemplating taking 12 ...
A: Tamara: Actually, that's not entirely true. Most agencies just require you to have a 'right to ...
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| schooling | 3/13/2009 |
Q: Jason im an 8th grade student im doing a project and im actually going to try to be on a Swat team ...
A: Steven: This question has been asked and answered many times. Please do a search in the ...
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| career | 3/9/2009 |
Q: Sorry if this is redundant but I am a Maryland resident, 22 years old and would like to have a ...
A: Matt: DUI, 5-10 years DQ. Cocaine and Mushrooms, usually permanant DQ in Maryland. Pretty much, ...
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| Psycological examinations | 3/7/2009 |
Q: I'm 33 years old, and for the last year I've been trying to change careers and become a police ...
A: Jason: Degree has nothing to do with the PE. If you had an actual "sit down" with a doctor, ...
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| MPTC certification | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I am currently certified through the Federal LE Training Center (FLETC)and would like to know how to ...
A: Thomas: Yes, it exists, and it's a common mistake most folks make..because technically, even ...
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| Other positions for colorblind person | 2/28/2009 |
Q: My son really wants to go into law enforcement but is color blind. What other careers are there in ...
A: Donna: Interesting. I did some research on my own and discovered, sadly, that many states do in ...
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| The Polygraph Test | 2/24/2009 |
Q: Okay, so I am 19 I have never done anything criminal beyond minor traffic violations, but I was ...
A: Mason: No, 'nerves' typically won't give a false positive. The operator is trained to account ...
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| career | 2/24/2009 |
Q: i am a graduate in medicine, born and raised in Pakistan, a Muslim by religion, and seeking to work ...
A: Yasir: I'm afraid, to my knowledge, that there aren't any I'm aware of, at least in the 1st ...
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| worried about discharge | 2/24/2009 |
Q: I hope all is well. I have read many of your posts and thought you would be a great person to ask ...
A: Phil: Your JAG at the time was correct, the Air Force boots folks fast, far faster than any other ...
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| career | 2/22/2009 |
Q: i am a graduate in medicine, born and raised in Pakistan, a Muslim by religion, and seeking to work ...
A: Yasir: In the US you need a green card to enlist in the military. Most police departments here ...
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| Help | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I am trying to get into Law Enforcement in a couple years and I have some questions.I have bad ...
A: James: Debt isn't a big issue unless you haven't been paying your bills at all. Then it is. ...
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| Career in Law Enforcement | 2/10/2009 |
Q: Mr Grabill, The last 5 years Ive been driving OTR as a truck driver and picked up a few traffic ...
A: Mark: The ADD *might* be an issue but as long as you are not on meds it shouldn't be. It's ...
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| College degree versus Criminal Justice School | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I would like to know if there are equal chances of getting hired onto a police force with a college ...
A: E: Most departments look at a degree as a degree. Remember, ITT tech degrees (if you read the ...
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| medical restrictions | 2/4/2009 |
Q: For the past five years I have been treated for seizures. Doctors do not know the reason for my ...
A: Victor: Realistically, until the seizures have been gone for at least 3 years, with no ...
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| Hello | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I am 17 years old, about to be 18 in march. My Dream is to become an Animal Cop. I love animals and ...
A: Sarah: Different states have different rules about Animal law enforcement. Realistically, the ...
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| ANY ADVICE WOULD BE HELPFUL | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I currently live in kyle Texas. I have been wanting to be a police officer for about 10+yrs now, but ...
A: Jeremy: Yeah, it sounds to me like you've gotten the shaft for sure. Some states are more ...
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| detective ranks | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I know that police officers have many opportunities of increasing their ranks; I'm wondering if the ...
A: Alejandro: To become a detective, you must become a law enforcement officer first. In many ...
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| How to become a police officer | 1/27/2009 |
Q: my name is Alexandria and I am a student graduating this year. I was wondering what steps you have ...
A: Alexandria: Minor issues as a juvenile usually aren't that much of a problem as long as you ...
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| mistreated by law enforcement | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I was assaulted on my own property. My husband and I have been in a dispute with the landlords. We ...
A: Brittany: First, print out this story, you'll likely need it later and it will help refresh your ...
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| Chances of getting in | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I've been trying to talk to someone for the longest time about my current situation, I hope you can ...
A: Robert: Thanks for all the information, it will help. Section by section, here goes: 1: Stop ...
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| State Trooper Career Path | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I hoping that you might be able to assist me in finding out some information about becoming a State ...
A: Brittany; You are correct, in Pa (not sure on DE) without those credits they basically won't talk ...
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| Law Enforcement Life | 12/18/2008 |
Q: . I have always wanted to be a police officer. It's been my dream since before I can remember. I'm ...
A: Kara: If your husband is NOT a police officer, he may have feelings of loss of 'manliness' (you ...
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| criminal justice | 12/17/2008 |
Q: write a200-to-300-word response identifying what you feel are the three most important agencies. ...
A: Lisa: You have a wide variety of agencies to choose from; local (your local city police, or local ...
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| animal cop | 12/16/2008 |
Q: but i want to know what it will take to be a animal police officer in Houston. I have been watching ...
A: Christine: I'm guessing you are looking for this: "Cruelty Investigator (ONLY QUALIFIED ...
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| What to become a S.W.A.T. member? | 12/9/2008 |
Q: Well first of all its a pleasure for me to ask you this question.My name is Benjamin i'm 15 years ...
A: Benjamin: Serving in the military is a good way to get a head start on any career. No ...
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| Thinking about becoming a police officer | 11/12/2008 |
Q: Jason, I'm currently 27 years old, have a BA in Political Science. I've been working in the ...
A: Eric: Basically, check with your local agencies (online is the best way) to see who is hiring. ...
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| Rehiring | 11/5/2008 |
Q: Fantastic site! I have two questions: 1)How do I overcome the obstacle of being terminated at my ...
A: Christopher: Simple, really. You do what you just did here with me, you tell the truth, and tell ...
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| police career | 10/25/2008 |
Q: My Husband wants to be a police officer in maryland and he is concerned that he will not be hired ...
A: KD: He can try, but I'd think because of the drug use, he's going to be disqualified. The ...
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| S.W.A.T. | 10/19/2008 |
Q: i am 19yrs old,i would like to know what kinda school degree i would need 2 have to become a ...
A: Joseph: You would have to get accepted into a police department, complete the training academy ...
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| Education | 10/14/2008 |
Q: My son is almost 16 and has been on this website quite often. He is very interested in Law ...
A: Annette: I'd tell him if I were talking to him to do several things. First, in HS, take all the ...
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| Unmarked Police Cars on I-95 | 10/9/2008 |
Q: Grabill, I am a Baltimore County teacher, and I have to drive I-95 to work every day from Harford ...
A: Linda: Good question. Yes, the MSP (and other agencies) are switching up the type of cars they ...
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| police background | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I messed up when I was younger but now i am looking into the police dept pretty much who ever will ...
A: David: You'll need to get the charges expunged before you even consider applying to any Maryland ...
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| Police Jobs | 9/14/2008 |
Q: Grabill, I am a college senior majoring in Journalism, but I am also interested in becoming a Police ...
A: Brandon: It will, but like I said, you just have to explain it, and why you got it, and for what. ...
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| Police Jobs | 9/6/2008 |
Q: Grabill, I am a college senior majoring in Journalism, but I am also interested in becoming a Police ...
A: Brandon: No, that type of discharge shouldn't affect you, but you will have to explain it in your ...
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| could i become a police officer if i'm from Romania? | 9/5/2008 |
Q: i'm 22 years old and i've finished university(a different profile) and i want to work as a police ...
A: Alex: You would have to have a legal right to work in the United States, to begin the process of ...
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| Police Captain | 8/23/2008 |
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 ...
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| Psyc test | 8/20/2008 |
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 ...
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| education | 8/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| Animal Cops in SA | 4/14/2008 |
Q: Please can you put me in touch with someone who can give us advice on animal policing. I am in SA ...
A: Cat: I'm sorry, this one is way out of my league. I'm assuming 'SA' is "South Africa" but I'm ...
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| police sniper | 4/11/2008 |
Q: hi my question is about being a swat sniper or a police sniper of anykind i wanted to do it since i ...
A: Joseph: It's certainly possible, but you'll need to be accepted by a police department first. ...
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| Homicide Detective | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I'm very interested in police work, i have a few questions 1. how long does it take to become a ...
A: Kirra-lea: 1: Years. It's not something you can do right away. Usually homicide detectives have ...
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| S.W.A.T | 4/10/2008 |
Q: hey, i am a south african citizen, and ive dreamt about serving s.w.a.t since i was a little boy.I ...
A: Marco: I have nothing to do with it. The first hurdle you need to jump is to become a person ...
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| what does it take...? | 4/9/2008 |
Q: What Does it take to become a animal cop? Have you done a lot of case's involving animal cruelty?
A: Rosha: It depends on what the state you live in requires. I'd suggest talking to your local ...
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| i want to become a cop | 4/7/2008 |
Q: i am 18 years old im getting my GED and want to become a cop....i live in Osceola Arkansas...and i ...
A: Edward: First, stay in school and get your diploma, or GED. Don't do drugs, drink excessively, ...
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| Pre Employment Polygraph | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I'm in the process of being interviewed to become a police officer in Maryland and I'm wondering how ...
A: Sara: "They" take it very seriously. If you fail the poly for ANY reason, you are disqualified ...
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| Drug Use History | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I just turned 20 and have a history of drug use. I have since quit and ceased association with ...
A: Brian: First, and most interesting, William Payne was my first Field Training Officer back when ...
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| Becoming a police officer and former drug use | 4/3/2008 |
Q: I just got back from a Maryland Transit Police Orientation and after completing a form saying that ...
A: Matt: MDTA has stricter standards, yes. The Md Police Training Commission sets minimum ...
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| background | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I have done a few stupid things when I was in High school and think that they are hurting my chances ...
A: Matt: If you are telling them MORE than you actually took, then you are, in fact, spiking the ...
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| background | 3/27/2008 |
Q: I have done a few stupid things when I was in High school and think that they are hurting my chances ...
A: Matt: Managers permission or not, it's all still theft/larceny. If you are failing the poly, ...
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| How to answer oral board questions? | 3/19/2008 |
Q: 1. How can you write others speeding tickets or citations when you yourself are guilty of the same? ...
A: Jake: I'm not sure where these are coming from. Are these questions 'projected' or are they ...
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| Commercial Traffic Violations | 3/13/2008 |
Q: I hope you can point me in the right direction. I live on a very busy street in Baltimore County ...
A: Jennifer: It sounds as if you have done many of the things I would have suggested without much ...
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| Career question | 3/10/2008 |
Q: How is the process of joining if I obtain a bachelors in Criminal Justice? Somebody told me that it ...
A: Pedro: The process is different with each agency, but it usually consists of personal interviews, ...
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| Career question | 3/7/2008 |
Q: How is the process of joining if I obtain a bachelors in Criminal Justice? Somebody told me that it ...
A: Pedro: I would get a degree in something else entirely if it were me. The CJ degree isn't going ...
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| hi | 3/3/2008 |
Q: a guy from georgia who is formerly of missouri, came to new york with his girlfriend, i was mildly ...
A: J: I think you need to contact your local police agency and have them deal with this. Tell them ...
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| DQ for drunk | 2/17/2008 |
Q: i have a question. I applied for the NYPD 2 years ago and went thru the whole process. Everything ...
A: Jose: I don't think this is a permanant DQ. My suggestion is you tell the truth, some people ...
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| Specific Polic requirements | 2/12/2008 |
Q: I have recently been discharged from the military. I was infantry and specialized in room ...
A: Phillip: There are private companies out there that help to train police units for that sort of ...
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| Unusual experience to offer | 2/6/2008 |
Q: Jason, I have a military background and a civilian background connected to military ops. Without ...
A: Jon: If you have a degree in these things, then, yes, I well imagine law enforcement would be ...
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| Job Market | 2/5/2008 |
Q: My name is Ronnie Maynard I am 19 y/o and I am perusing a career in Law Enforcement. I have been in ...
A: Ronnie: Realistically, you are doing about as much as you can do at this point. Short of ...
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| Ft. Detrick | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you know when the Ft. Detrick police will be hiring again. Also would it be ...
A: James: USA Jobs is usually where they are listed, however, depending on the type of announcement ...
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| more questions | 2/1/2008 |
Q: Jason - you seem to be in the MD/DC area and familiar with the agency process. Can you tell me if ...
A: TW: They go with the COMAR. While the commission will look at a waiver (see section 'G' in the ...
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| Becoming a police officer | 1/18/2008 |
Q: I'm 18 now and i'll be graduating high school in a few months and i have always wanted to be a ...
A: Justin: While they won't neccessarily bar you farther down the road, if they are within the last ...
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| Becoming a SWAT officer | 1/13/2008 |
Q: Mr. Grabill. I am 18 years old and I really want to work for the FBI on the Hostage Rescue Team but ...
A: Ryan: This question is one I get repeatedly. However, since yours is more specific, I will ...
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| Working For Federal Law Enforcement Agencies | 1/9/2008 |
Q: I am writing to ask some questions about working for federal law enforcement agencies. ...
A: Cody: As I said, EVERYone thinks that. A cj degree teaches you what the LEO academy teaches you, ...
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| Working For Federal Law Enforcement Agencies | 1/9/2008 |
Q: I am writing to ask some questions about working for federal law enforcement agencies. ...
A: Cody: It's really going to depend on who is doing the most hiring at the time you put a resume ...
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| getting hired as town police officer | 12/28/2007 |
Q: well i have applied at the county sheriff's office passed written test an interviewed ,but didn't ...
A: Marshall: It will depend on state rules for use of drugs (amount and times used) to determine if ...
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| background | 12/19/2007 |
Q: my name is Chris and I’ve wanted to be a police officer my whole life; however when I was a teen I ...
A: Chris: I won't lie, you are going to have a VERY difficult time, at this point, getting hired as ...
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| help understanding the swat team | 12/7/2007 |
Q: Hey my name is Jose and i am 16 years old. i have always wanted to be in the swat team, but don't ...
A: Jose: To answer the question, you must be a member of a law enforcement agency to become a member ...
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| Hiii !!! | 12/6/2007 |
Q: !! My name is Victor I'm 16 years old, I'm from Burlington VT and I'm really,really interesting in a ...
A: Victor: Paying for the academy...typically, no. SWAT team...You'll have to be on the police ...
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| yet another requirement question | 11/13/2007 |
Q: ) I am an 18 year old girl currently attending college for a degree in Law Enforcement. My question ...
A: Nicole: It will really depend on the extent of your depression, and how it impacts you day to ...
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| College Classes for State Trooper | 11/12/2007 |
Q: So, basically I'm seventeen years old, and I'll be taking advantage of my area's dual enrollment ...
A: Micah: Language (Spanish) certainly wouldn't be a bad thing. Personally, my opinion is if you ...
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| literature/improvement | 11/5/2007 |
Q: sort of stumbled onto this site and hope it helps. I have already been through an academy, ...
A: Danny: First, congrats on getting hired! There are several books I highly advise, they are the ...
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| law enforcment | 10/30/2007 |
Q: 1. How many years do you have to go to college to become a detective? 2. What major should i be in ...
A: Amanda: 1: None, really. However it does help to have a degree. 2: It doesn't neccessarily ...
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| expungement | 10/26/2007 |
Q: My name is James and I am 27 years old. I have a strong desire to become a police officer and I am ...
A: James: In situations like this, it's really a judgement call. I would probably put it on my ...
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| Important Question | 10/23/2007 |
Q: Should I switch majors? I am a criminal justice major only in my first year though. I have wanted to ...
A: Doing mushrooms was stupid, my friend. And, that pretty much permanately DQ'd you from law ...
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| height requirements | 10/19/2007 |
Q: I am considering becoming a police officer when i get out of highschool but I'm only 5ft tall. My ...
A: Helen: Height and weight requirements were done away with many years ago because of anti ...
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| general police Q. | 10/18/2007 |
Q: ive been arrested a few times from the ages around 16-19years old and i never been convicted all my ...
A: Henry: While it's possible, it will depend on exactly what you were arrested for and the ...
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| school asignment | 10/18/2007 |
Q: what does it take be a swat team member ,
A: Bryan: If you check into the 'questions previously answered' section of this website, you'll find ...
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| police academy training | 10/15/2007 |
Q: I'm recently out of the Marine Corp, my career objective is to become a police officer. The problem ...
A: Mike: First, Semper Fi! Thanks for your time in service. OK, it's going to depend on your ...
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| Police Hiring | 10/12/2007 |
Q: I was just wondering if the police force will hire someone who is on anti depressants and why or ...
A: Lindsay: Based on the little bit of information you've given me, I can't really give a concise ...
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| Police prep | 10/2/2007 |
Q: i am 14 years old and i am in 9th grade. I would like to know what i can do now to help me becoming ...
A: Mark: Start by staying OUT of trouble. Sounds easy but it sometimes isn't. But resist the ...
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| Background | 9/22/2007 |
Q: I am now 21 and ready to begin to apply to police agencies in Maryland. I currently work as a Armed ...
A: Bernard: In most places, this charge would likely be a 'kiss of death', but in this particular ...
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| Chances? | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I am 23 years old and in a career that I receive no enjoyment or satisfaction from. I have always ...
A: Cory: Without a doubt, that is a background investigation in minature! Based on the above, you ...
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| SWAT | 9/17/2007 |
Q: I am 21 years old and I want to be a COP,one day be on a SWAT team in a bigger city like LA, ...
A: Dwight: You've pretty much listed the possibilities that are open for you. Getting hired at the ...
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| Becoming a police officer | 9/4/2007 |
Q: I am interested in becoming a police officer but am weary about the past drug use situation. I have ...
A: Jeff: It's really going to depend on how much use you actually did of the stuff. Most states ...
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| What are my chances? | 9/3/2007 |
Q: I just have a question concerning my chances of becoming a police officer. My concern is while I ...
A: Jeff: While your Army service is good, my guess is you are going to have a rough time becoming a ...
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| Law enforcement hiring | 9/3/2007 |
Q: Hey, This is my question I was in the air force for 1 year and 9 months. I've been to Iraq, Saudi, ...
A: Josh: Sounds like you have made amends on this mistake, and if you've been accepted back into ...
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| Reckless Driving Conviction, could it hurt me | 8/31/2007 |
Q: Mr. Grabill, I am very interested in becoming a police officer. So much so that I've already had ...
A: Paul: It would certainly be worth trying to appeal it, and see what happens, but if the ...
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| profile of getting hired | 8/21/2007 |
Q: i'm 33 yrs old and consdiering a career move into law enforcement. I have background issues that i ...
A: That one *may* be an issue, and you will have to disclose it, but you are better off in the long run ...
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| profile of getting hired | 8/20/2007 |
Q: i'm 33 yrs old and consdiering a career move into law enforcement. I have background issues that i ...
A: Never too late to start, but there will be questions about your background. The termination and ...
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| Police Background Investigation | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I have been after a career in law enforcement for 4 years and am now 27 years old. My question ...
A: Troy: I'd say, tentatively, "Yes". This is the problem with most departments today, a "zero ...
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| age limit on becoming a police officer | 8/16/2007 |
Q: I am almost 50 yrs. old, when I was 18 I knew I wanted to be a cop. In 1975 there were no police ...
A: Linda; I would say as long as you are still physically fit, and able and willing to do the job, ...
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| Getting started | 8/13/2007 |
Q: My husband is actually the one interested in becoming a police officer. However, this is a ...
A: Eva: No problem! Here are your questions, and my answers.. 1. He is 25 years old and in good ...
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| Temp Restraining Order | 8/12/2007 |
Q: I am in the process of joining my local law enforcement agency. When my background investigator ...
A: Tom: If it was domestic violence related, yes. If you have any issues in your past related to ...
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| Youthful experimentation | 8/9/2007 |
Q: I am in my early 20's and will soon be graduating from San Francisco State with a BA in Criminal ...
A: Hannah: It will depend on what drugs you did and how many times, exactly, you did them. Using ...
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| testing | 8/6/2007 |
Q: I just recently graduated from college and was looking into becoming a Police Officer. I've seen a ...
A: Jack: ARCO manuals are usually pretty good overall, but any of them will get you into the right ...
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| hey | 8/5/2007 |
Q: my name is Sharon Greish and I'm 19 years old. I just graduated from high school in 2006. I'm trying ...
A: Sharon: It depends on the state you are in. Most places don't require prior police experience or ...
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| SWAT | 8/4/2007 |
Q: I am in the US NAVY. I'm a FMF corpsman. In other words I am a combat medic for the marines. I am ...
A: Doc: I well know what an FMF Corpsman is and does. Thanks for being there when Marines like me ...
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| detective | 7/21/2007 |
Q: Hey im adrienne. im a female ,13 years old and i want to be a detective because i want to put all ...
A: Adrienne: It is dependant on the agency you work for. Some departments only require 2 years, ...
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| another drug question | 7/20/2007 |
Q: Jason, First, thanks for taking the time to answer all these questions and helping out those looking ...
A: Chris: These days, departments, despite what they say about hurting for recruits, still have a ...
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| university assignment | 7/11/2007 |
Q: my name is Nikki Beer and i am currentley studdying at the Canterbury University. My first ...
A: Nikki: Try using some of the common search engines for your topic, typing it in using quote ...
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| detective | 7/7/2007 |
Q: Hey im adrienne. im a female ,13 years old and i want to be a detective because i want to put all ...
A: Adrienne: First, you'll need to join the police department and work as a police officer 'on the ...
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| Is it worth me even applying? | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I've been wanting to be a police officer ever since I was in elementry school, but as life passed ...
A: Brian: First, you'll never know unless you give it a shot. What's the worst that can happen? ...
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| Any Tips?? | 7/5/2007 |
Q: I would like to know do you have any tips on what I should do to prepare for the physical agility ...
A: Charisse: If your test is in two weeks or less, you won't have time to adequetely prepare for it ...
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| A few Questions | 7/5/2007 |
Q: my name is Charisse and I am going to take the written and hopefully the physical agility test for ...
A: Charisse: First, congrats! Right up front, let the investigators know about all this, exactly as ...
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| asking for info | 7/4/2007 |
Q: Grabill, Hello, I am certain that I want to become a New York State Trooper. I am sixteen ...
A: Mike: I have no idea how NY state works as far as moving it's troopers around, but chances are ...
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| Presciption Delima | 7/2/2007 |
Q: I would really like to apply for the police academy but I have a few concerns. I have had an anxiety ...
A: Erin: It's certainly worth the shot, but functioning in a school enviornment versus functioning ...
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| Sex crime detective | 7/1/2007 |
Q: I know that this sounds cheesy, but since I saw my first episode of Law and Order:SVU, I have wanted ...
A: Amanda: Nothing wrong with the dream you have. But, something the TV shows always leave out is, ...
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| If a county office rejects me, do I have a chance with the State? | 6/30/2007 |
Q: Sir, I was recently rejected by a county police organization after I disclosed numerous prior ...
A: Mike: If you have a recent rejection for what sounds like a 'pattern' of this, it's probably ...
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| Aviation Units | 6/25/2007 |
Q: I'm currently an aircraft dispatcher for an airline (been with the company for almost 7 years) and ...
A: Jay: Honestly, I don't think that information exists in one compiled format. Many states and ...
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| Drugs and DUI | 6/16/2007 |
Q: I am currently in the military which is coming to an end. My plan was when I was discharged, to join ...
A: Nikko: You might have a chance if all of this was as a juvenile, and was 5 years ago. Also, ...
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| what do i do? | 6/6/2007 |
Q: i am almost in grade 11 and i have always wanted be a police officer, i am not to good at ...
A: You are correct, you don't need college for most police departments. Some do require an AA degree ...
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| Becoming an Officer | 6/2/2007 |
Q: Hey, Thanks for becoming an expert to help other people with questions out. I had a few questions ...
A: Rob: It will depend, really, on how much you smoked when you were a kid. Most agencies don't ...
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| Transfer after academy | 5/31/2007 |
Q: I have had a volunteer patrol position with my sheriff department for a little while now, and I love ...
A: Bailey: Good to hear from you! Glad you are doing well these days! Yes, most states will ...
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| homicide detective | 5/25/2007 |
Q: i wanted to know....i am very interested in being a homicide detective and wanted to know how much ...
A: Courtney: First, you'll have to get hired into the Police department, then serve for several ...
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| my future | 5/23/2007 |
Q: okay I'm 19 years old and I'm in the united states army. in the army i am a cavalry scout. now i ...
A: Scott: Nothing says you have to actually police there! Plenty of other agencies and ...
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| my future | 5/21/2007 |
Q: okay I'm 19 years old and I'm in the united states army. in the army i am a cavalry scout. now i ...
A: Scott: Yes, the training will help. Police agencies are eager to hire folks with prior service ...
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| Polygraph | 5/21/2007 |
Q: Hey. I am a college student finishing up a BS in CJ. I have only ever took one hit of marijuana in ...
A: Jim: Just be totally honest about everything. Could this affect it? Yes. Will it? Not sure. ...
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| hiring process | 5/19/2007 |
Q: Im in the hiring process for the University of Maryland Police Department.I been through written ...
A: Michel: Sorry, I had answered this one a couple of days ago, but the system must have dumped it ...
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| How to become a cop.. | 5/14/2007 |
Q: I live in Pineville, Kentucky and here recently i have taken up the interest in becoming a police ...
A: David: Check with the local agencies near you and see what their entrance requirements are. They ...
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| law enforcement career | 5/11/2007 |
Q: How much do officers generally get paid in the first few years of Law Inforcement?
A: Johnathan: That totally depends on the agency you work for. Almost all agencies tell you the ...
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| psych test | 5/11/2007 |
Q: I recently went through the entire process for the sheriff's department, and I failed the psych ...
A: Jerry: You may, or may not, have a right to appeal. If you don't have the right, there is ...
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| becomeing a LEO/jailer | 5/5/2007 |
Q: I would like to know if having a felony with a full pardon would disqualify me from becoming an ...
A: Glenn: If your record has been totally expunged, with a full pardon, you should apply. It's ...
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| Police Procedure for Alcohol Citations | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I recently received a citation for alcohol in Montgomery County, Maryland. I have three questions ...
A: Lee: 1. Yes. Just as there is no requirement to show you the radar gun after being cited for ...
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| Police Interview | 4/30/2007 |
Q: My husband has been trying to get with the police department for the past 3 years. He has filled ...
A: Tina: All basic job interview rules apply here. Wear the best suit he has, unless the invitation ...
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| Age limit on peace officers | 4/28/2007 |
Q: I noticed there were many people asking this question, but no one had similar circumstances. ...
A: Phil: First, age limits aren't waiverable. They are state mandated and part of law. The ...
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| Career Change to Law Enforcement | 4/27/2007 |
Q: Mr. Grabill, I am seriously researching changing careers and would like to ask some questions and ...
A: Mitch: It's certainly possible to do by all means. However, I will advise you that it will ...
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| Job history | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I would rather not have a department know about one of my jobs of being an exotic dancer, so I was ...
A: Linda: This one is going to be tricky. To answer your question, no, the Dept doesn't get ...
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| Drug use | 4/13/2007 |
Q: I am trying to become a Police Officer and had a question about drug usage. I have used marijuana ...
A: .. In the state of Maryland, anyway, you would be DQ due to drug useage. Not sure about the ...
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| Prior Drug Use | 4/10/2007 |
Q: I am applying to all agencies to become a police officer, However I have used drugs in the past, ...
A: Mar: It will depend on how much you used as well as what the local agency policy is on drug use, ...
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| Considering a police job in a different state. | 4/2/2007 |
Q: I am thinking about taking a job with the Las vegas police. Problem is I'm from Oregon, but willing ...
A: Justin: Some departments do pay for relocation, but they are few and far between. Most will ...
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| Background check information | 3/17/2007 |
Q: I have wanted to be a Police officer for some time now, i have an Associates degree, and i am less ...
A: Anthony: It will depend on what type of restraining order this was, and the conditions of it, ...
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| Becoming a Police Officer | 3/9/2007 |
Q: I have wanted to be a police officer for as long as I can remember and am well on my way to ...
A: Shelba: Credit history does play a role in the background investigation. The biggest thing that ...
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| Background investigation | 3/7/2007 |
Q: Jason, I am really excited about joining our city’s PD. I want to serve the community and make a ...
A: Ed: Sounds good. I believe you will do ok, just be honest with the background investigator about ...
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| Becoming a Police officer | 3/6/2007 |
Q: I am very excited about the possibility of becoming an officer. I feel strongly that this is the ...
A: Ed: "Many minor things" can lead a background investigator to believe you have a "pattern of ...
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| hey, Mr.Jason Grabill | 3/6/2007 |
Q: oh yeah. sorry but i have another question. When you said police officers do alot of writing so im ...
A: My answers follow your followupoh yeah. sorry but i have another question. When you said police ...
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| hey, Mr.Jason Grabill | 3/3/2007 |
Q: I am now in the 10th grade, and I have been admiring what our police officers do. I figured that it ...
A: first, your high school grades do matter, but don't stress over them too much. From here on out, if ...
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| Drug use history | 2/23/2007 |
Q: I have just a few questions to ask if you don't mind. I am 25 years old and spent 4 years as an MP ...
A: JT: You will be looked at with a much more critical eye, since you were formerly in law ...
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| background addition | 2/8/2007 |
Q: OLD QUESTION..... Question I'm a junior in college and am getting ready to start looking for police ...
A: Jake: It does make the situation a bit better, but the mushrooms may be a show stopper; it will ...
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| background check | 2/1/2007 |
Q: I'm a junior in college and am getting ready to start looking for police jobs after graduation. I ...
A: Jake: It will depend on exactly WHAT the drug is, and how many times you did it. Some drugs will ...
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| Police Job Application | 1/29/2007 |
Q: My husband is currently apply for a job with the local police department. However, they are ...
A: Tina: Not really that I'm aware of. You might try the 'yahoo phone directory', that might have ...
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| Police Youth Programs | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I looked and my PD has something called a Citizens Academy. What is that?Dear Jason, I am 14 ...
A: Nick: A citizens police academy is something put on by the police department to show citizens of ...
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| Police Youth Programs | 1/22/2007 |
Q: I am 14 years old. I am interested in a career in Law Inforcement. I was wondering if thier were any ...
A: Nick: Try looking into your local area's Police Explorer programs, as well as talking to your ...
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| police question/procedure domestic violence | 1/21/2007 |
Q: I must apologize for not responding until now. I ended up back at hospital for complications arising ...
A: Glad you are on the mend...sort of, anyway..I know it will no doubt be a slow process, but just keep ...
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| hiring process | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I have tested 6 times and always make the certified list, just don't get the offer. I am a 34 year ...
A: Lainey: Well, you've got me stumped on this one. Just based on what you've told me, you should ...
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| requirements | 1/6/2007 |
Q: My name is Jazmine . I'm currently a high school student. I've decided my career to be a nurse. I ...
A: Jazmine: If he wants something "easy to do", then law enforcement is NOT the career for him. If ...
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| Master's in Criminal Justice | 1/1/2007 |
Q: Do you need higher education in order to advance in a career in law enforcement? I'm considering ...
A: Susan: Not really, if you are just starting out. If, however, you are already in law ...
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| Getting started | 12/30/2006 |
Q: Sir, I served in the Army from 95-01 as a black hawk crew chief. I have no law enforcement exp. but ...
A: Mark: Those charges do hurt your chances, but your military service may cancel them out. I'll ...
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| Personality types | 12/14/2006 |
Q: Jason, I'm interested in a career in law enforcement. My interest sparks from collaborating with ...
A: Jon: The ability to work with little or no supervision, to think on your feet (improvise, adapt, ...
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| Military vs Law Enforcement | 12/14/2006 |
Q: This is my first year in college, but am undecided wether I want to pursue a career in law ...
A: Sergio: The military is always a good option, because in addition to giving you experience, ...
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| previous employer | 12/14/2006 |
Q: Here is myI worked for a previous police department over 10 years ago. I resigned from this ...
A: Frank: Quite simply, explain to your background investigator exactly what you've explained to me. ...
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| Joining the Academy | 11/27/2006 |
Q: Jason, first I would like to thank you for offering your advice for free. I plan on joining the ...
A: G: Thanks! Ok, on to the question..the answer isn't good. In Maryland, any use of cocaine or ...
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| state line jurisdiction | 11/16/2006 |
Q: Well i lost the case on the grounds that the officers 6 year experience of the area was sufficient ...
A: Robert: First, apologies for my tardiness in the reply, having computer issues..sorry. I think ...
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| state line jurisdiction | 11/14/2006 |
Q: I hope that you can help me in this matter. I recently got a speeding ticket in Md while i was ...
A: Robert: While on the face of it, you would appear to have a valid challenge, I don't think ...
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| Becoming a Police Officer | 10/31/2006 |
Q: I have wasted away much of my life. I didn't do well in school (although I did graduate from high ...
A: Chase: It will depend on how long ago you did the dumb stuff you did, and what you've done since ...
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| How to become a Police Officer | 10/25/2006 |
Q: Jason, My name is Derek I am 21, I have been in the Navy working as a Master-at-Arms (police ...
A: Derek: First, decide where in IL you want to live, then start looking at who polices there, in ...
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| How to start early in becomming SWAT | 10/17/2006 |
Q: My name is Ricco, I am 5'9, 162 pounds, and 16. I attend Gold Beach highschool and i am currently a ...
A: Ricco: Sounds like you are off to the right start! I'd suggest taking courses in English, ...
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| degree | 10/5/2006 |
Q: a couple things. first of all, how much will a B.A. degree help me in becomming an officer? i know ...
A: Serg: The degree depends on which department, some require degrees or a certain amount of ...
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| Why am I being turned down for jobs? | 10/2/2006 |
Q: I'm hoping you can answer a question for me. I am interested in a career in law enforcement; I ...
A: Craig; First, re-take the tests as soon as possible, after studying. There are books out there ...
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| hurting for information | 9/15/2006 |
Q: I am a student at Thomas College and I was assigned a speech project about federal police officers. ...
A: To answer the biggest question, "No"..federal police officers are different from FBI agents, in that ...
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| I want to become a detective. | 9/9/2006 |
Q: my name is Guy A. Augustin and I currently live in Brooklyn, NY. In December I am going to move to ...
A: You'll have to start by working the streets as a Police officer. No agency that I'm aware of hires ...
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| Can't Pass Written | 9/6/2006 |
Q: Sir, I'm 28 years old and I have been trying to become a WSP Trooper for 2 years now. It's my ...
A: It sounds like the biggest issue you have is the written test. I'm not sure I can give you any ...
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| hiring process | 8/29/2006 |
Q: I have two questions. 1. How long am I expected to wait to be hired on a dept.? 2. Is there a ...
A: Jonathan: Five months is not a long time in the hiring process. In some agencies, it takes 6-10 ...
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| Am I qualified | 8/12/2006 |
Q: Sir, I was hoping you could answer something for me. I am a 25 year old male coming off of 5 years ...
A: Yes, it's worth trying to get it expunged. You'll still have to tell the PD that it happened, but ...
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| Am I qualified | 8/10/2006 |
Q: Sir, I was hoping you could answer something for me. I am a 25 year old male coming off of 5 years ...
A: I think that if all of this happened while you were a Juvenile, and you have your USN service that ...
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| im confused | 7/18/2006 |
Q: when im older i really want to be a police officer and all my life thats what iv wanted 2 be. iv ...
A: Zoe: Basically, keep working on your writing skills. I know it sucks, but if you really want to ...
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| back surgery | 7/15/2006 |
Q: Hey I have been interested in joining law enforcement for some time now, but i just had back surgery ...
A: Daniel: It shouldn't be a big issue, as long as you are fully capable of completing the physical ...
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| im confused | 7/14/2006 |
Q: when im older i really want to be a police officer and all my life thats what iv wanted 2 be. iv ...
A: Zoe: First, police officers write. Alot. Every single day. They write and read more than most ...
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| law on accident reporting | 7/12/2006 |
Q: I'm writing a novel taking place in Garrett Co., Maryland, and I just wanted to make sure of ...
A: No, there is no federal law on accident reporting when it comes to motor vehicles (privately owned ...
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| Pay | 7/12/2006 |
Q: IM a young english boy aged 13 and i want to join the when i move to america when im 16. I've read ...
A: The pay is different for each agency in this country; everyone sets their own pay rates and scales. ...
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| police info | 7/8/2006 |
Q: i dont really know what requirments you need for this career so i was kinda hoping that you can like ...
A: Luke: Since you live in Canada, the things I know of policing probably won't help you much. ...
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| drug usage | 7/5/2006 |
Q: Jason, I have smoked marijuana 4 or 5 times in my life the last time i smoked was 18 months ago. I ...
A: Rob: 18 months is cutting it kind of close, but you may squeeze by. As long as you haven't done ...
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| careers in swat | 6/23/2006 |
Q: im a 20 year old parachute rigger in the us army. upon completing my contract in may 2008 my goal ...
A: Danny: First, you'll have to get hired on the police department, then try out for the SWAT team ...
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| passing the written exams in top percentile | 6/21/2006 |
Q: I'm writing for my husband tonight as I was on the site for another matter...He is diligently ...
A: Christine: There are a couple of things he can do, if he hasn't tried them already. First is try ...
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| Becoming a police officer. | 6/13/2006 |
Q: Sir, I am currently in the Army as an Infantryman. I have 4 years left before I get out. When I ...
A: William: Well, the first thing is, is were you ever arrested for any of these things? If not, ...
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| ASP batons and FOX spray | 6/11/2006 |
Q: Unfortunately, we live in a rapidly growing rural area. I say unfortunately because the "old ...
A: yes, an "all around" walking stick is perfectly legal to carry. Nothing wrong with that at all. An ...
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| Medical | 6/8/2006 |
Q: Hey jason, So i passed my background and i got my job offer for LVMPD. I had my medical yesterday, ...
A: Good deal, and congratulations! The lung test shouldn't hold you up much, if you re-take it, my ...
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| Acceptable job application question response | 5/25/2006 |
Q: am in the process of filling out an application for a local law enforcement department, but I am ...
A: Tracie: I think the correct answer would be "zero", since you never had any intent to steal or ...
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| Animal Cop | 5/5/2006 |
Q: Can anyone tell me how to become a animal cop. Are there classes that i need to take or is there a ...
A: Tyler: First, check your local county/city website and look for "Animal Control" or something ...
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| guidance | 4/17/2006 |
Q: I am a 17 year old high school student that plans on graduating next year. I have been wondering on ...
A: Some agencies do recruit at 18; the Florida Highway patrol used to. Also, you may consider ...
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| departmental policies/meds | 4/16/2006 |
Q: hey...i just wanted to follow up real quick on your answer: I'm a sales executive for alltel so i ...
A: Chris: That does make some difference in the question. Without the clarification, go back and ...
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| u.s. marshalls & secret service | 4/16/2006 |
Q: Sergeant Jason S. Grabill: Thanks for the quick response. So exactly what is "military ...
A: Ryan: Your chances of dying in military service are greatly overblown by the media. Look up ...
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| I Need Help | 4/16/2006 |
Q: I'm a high school student and i need some guidance. I am a well behaved kid and i was wondering how ...
A: David: First and foremost, being "just" a street cop is not a bad thing. The guys on the street ...
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| u.s. marshalls & secret service | 4/15/2006 |
Q: i was wondering if you could suggest certain career paths that would make me a good candidate for a ...
A: Ryan: Congrats on going to Loyola/Marymount. I'd suggest a major in something OTHER than ...
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| departmental policies/meds | 4/15/2006 |
Q: What say you? i am beginning my career in law enforcement and i have a few more questions... I'm ...
A: Chris: Prescription drugs are typically not "counted" in background statements, unless you are ...
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| Traffic Law | 4/6/2006 |
Q: Is is true that if one runs a red light with cameras at the intersection, that the person can later ...
A: Sally; Yes, that is correct. How they get away with it is simple; it's considered a civil ...
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| Whipped cream??? | 3/16/2006 |
Q: I am interested in becoming a Police Officer and I wanted to know that if I have inhaled the gas ...
A: I don't think so, based on what you've told me. Now, if you've done it multiple times (more than 15 ...
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| Weapons laws in Maryland | 3/13/2006 |
Q: In Maryland (Baltimore County) is it illegal to possess and or carry the telescoping batons like the ...
A: It is not illegal to possess them inside your home, it is, however, illegal to carry them on your ...
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| Animal Cops | 2/26/2006 |
Q: Jason i want to train to be an animal cop or work in a humane society that deals with the animal ...
A: LaQuinta: The best way to do this is check the local county near the military base you are ...
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| Being hired with past | 2/12/2006 |
Q: I have been interested in Police Law Enforcement all my life. I worked with a K9 unit with my ...
A: Ron: The arrest will depend on if it was felony, or misdemeanor, and if you were convicted, spent ...
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| Drug Question | 2/6/2006 |
Q: Jason Grabill, Hello, My name is Andrew Meier, and I have another question for you. I will be ...
A: Andrew: Sorry for the delay. I'll try and answer to the best of my ability, but some of this ...
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| "Hi i am doing a Senior paper... | 2/3/2006 |
Q: "Hi i am doing a Senior paper on detectives and police and i really couldn't find anyone to ...
A: I'll answer your questions in the order you asked: How did you like your job? I love it. I've been ...
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| Interested In a police career | 1/18/2006 |
Q: I'd like to ask a few more questions if you dont mind. I opted for a general discharge for that ...
A: Brandon: The General discharge will require some explaining when you do the background ...
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| Ride Alongs | 1/17/2006 |
Q: I am involved in a hiring process, for a department I would really like to work for. As part of the ...
A: Yes, it's a good idea to do the ride along. Schedule it for a night tour if at all possible, you'll ...
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| Interested In a police career | 1/16/2006 |
Q: I have wanted to become a police officer for some time now, and I finally got the big spark to push ...
A: Brandon: First and foremost, if you were discharged from the Army for an injury, and you are ...
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| Curious | 1/8/2006 |
Q: Officer Grabill, Hello. I emailed you a while ago about an assault incident, which has been ...
A: Good to hear from you again. No, you probably won't be able to access the recording. I say ...
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| hi my name is Debbilynn Smith... | 12/19/2005 |
Q: well thanks for your help i really appreciate!
A: Sorry I'm late in replying, Christmas holiday and all that. I'd advise taking as many ...
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| Police titles | 12/11/2005 |
Q: Mr. Grabill, Thank you. As for location, the novel involves time travel, but the area is Washington ...
A: I"ll give you several different options, and you can use whichever best works for you. In PG ...
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| Police titles | 12/10/2005 |
Q: Mr. Grabill, I'm an author currently working on a novel and one of the main characters is a ...
A: Ariana: The "official" title will depend on the agency, and region of the country, they are ...
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| Any suggestions on how to tell if it is right for you? | 11/29/2005 |
Q: Just to warn you this is a difficult question. I'm trying to decide whether I should be pursuing ...
A: sorry for the delay in responding, my home computer didn't get the email telling me I had questions. ...
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| The Starting line | 11/13/2005 |
Q: Mr Grabill, Hello, hey, hi, howdy, whichever of these you prefer. My name is Andrew, I am nearing ...
A: Andrew: No. Anyone, and I do mean darn near anyone, can get a CJ degree. Not to disparage those ...
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| The Starting line | 11/10/2005 |
Q: Mr Grabill, Hello, hey, hi, howdy, whichever of these you prefer. My name is Andrew, I am nearing ...
A: Andrew: Yes, go for the English/journalism courses, you'll write more reports than you will ever ...
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| Background Investigation | 11/9/2005 |
Q: Can a background investigator request information on a prior background investigation from a ...
A: Henry: Yes, a background investigator will always ask to see any other departments background. ...
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| credit report check | 10/25/2005 |
Q: Hey, I have a quick question about the credit check: I don't have anything major like a ...
A: Relax. Sounds like you shouldn't have any trouble at all. They (background investigators) look for ...
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| application | 10/21/2005 |
Q: I will be applying for jobs with law enforcement agencies next month. The documents that I have ...
A: Chris: The only ones I wouldn't include would be part time jobs; otherwise, include them all. ...
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| Steriod abuse | 10/13/2005 |
Q: Followup To Question - New question, what jobs test for steroids? Does local security agenceis ...
A: I'm not sure about local security agencies; some do, some don't. Any that have Federal Gov't ...
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| policy | 10/11/2005 |
Q: Quick follow up question to my revised selection process inquiry: For some reason, going to the ...
A: Chris: As long as it's a prescribed medication, and you are taking it according to Doctors ...
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| selection process | 10/3/2005 |
Q: com and offering your time and opinion on my questions. (It is amazing that this service is ...
A: Chris: Thanks for the kind words, most appreciated. I will answer your questions right as you ...
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| Steriod abuse in the military | 9/30/2005 |
Q: I have been in the army for 5 years clean record, i was recently sent to Iraq were I did some ...
A: Gilbert: I"m totally and completely ignorant of how the army works it's punishment system; I was ...
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| Off-Duty Police Officers | 9/26/2005 |
Q: Mr. Grabill - I'm doing some research on police officers (specifically, NYPD) who moonlight as ...
A: Eric: My expertise is not in NYPD, but I'll help out the best I can here! Usually, off duty ...
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| The academy | 9/14/2005 |
Q: My dealings with the police over the past 6 months has gotten me interested in law enforcement. I ...
A: Bailey: Hey, good to hear from you again! Sorry for the delay in responding, been doing ...
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| speed limits | 8/31/2005 |
Q: are posted speed limits decided for road conditions. my husband and i wre driving on rt 22 in pa and ...
A: Brenda: You are correct on all counts. The posted speed limit is the "maximum safe speed during ...
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| CCW | 8/28/2005 |
Q: I need a little advice on a situation involving a friend of mine. She was the victim of a violent ...
A: Lina: First, if your friend doesn't think she can use lethal force against someone, she ...
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| Hiring process, medical | 8/22/2005 |
Q: I have always wanted to be a police officer. I do however have a minor case of Irritable Bowel ...
A: Ryan: I don't believe it is a disqualifier, but since medical information is "confidential", I ...
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| suicide | 7/10/2005 |
Q: i am doing homework from criminal studies course. i need to answer this question. if a person ...
A: Andrew: The only way the police would search his brother's house, is if the illegal (I take it ...
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| In about 2 to 3 years im going... | 7/3/2005 |
Q: In about 2 to 3 years im going to have to move from my current state New York to Oregon, so im ...
A: John: In my opinion, it would be easier to get hired, certified, and trained, as an LEO prior ...
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| Law Enforcement | 5/24/2005 |
Q: Mr. Grabill, I am writing a story and it deals with two foreigners who sneak into the US. The US ...
A: Tyler: Your story sounds interesting! OK, here are the answers, in order: First of all, how ...
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| i would like to no a little... | 5/15/2005 |
Q: i would like to no a little about s.w.a.t., both for a school project and for a future corer. first ...
A: John: SWAT train with the agency they belong to. Rarely train with the military due to state ...
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| I want to get into Law Enforcement | 5/10/2005 |
Q: I am 18 years old and would like to start a career in law as early as i possibly can. The ...
A: Marcus: Age limits depend on your state. In Texas, it is 21. You may be able to score a cadet ...
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| In college troubles | 5/2/2005 |
Q: I attend vincennes university. I am studying law enforcement right now. Im going into my second year ...
A: Mike: Don't sweat it. This is a minor blip on the radar screen; I assume it's a "You bought ...
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| How to get started | 3/22/2005 |
Q: I am interested in a career in law enforcement, particularly as a police officer or on a k-9 unit, ...
A: Allison: No, most police academies graduate 90 percent of their officer candidates/rookies. If ...
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| career | 1/18/2005 |
Q: Good day! My name is Brad and I'm a student at a middle school in Michigan. We have been researching ...
A: Brad: Sure! Being in Law Enforcement is one of the most fullfilling jobs you can do. I'd ...
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| Considering a career in Law Enforcement | 1/15/2005 |
Q: I am currently considering starting a new career in law enforcement. The problem I face is that I ...
A: Glenn: First, sorry about the delay in answering; computer problems here at home! Being a ...
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| Police applicant | 12/27/2004 |
Q: Grabill, First off, I apologize for such a long message but I hope you will be able to provide an ...
A: Nathan: Sorry it took me a day or two to get back with you, hope you had a good holiday! OK, ...
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| looking into career in the police field | 11/10/2004 |
Q: Im just looking for some information on starting a career in the police field. Im actually in the ...
A: Jason: Basically, you have the general idea. You'll just have to start applying to the agency ...
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| SWAT | 11/1/2004 |
Q: Im 15 years old, a sophomore at Minor Highschool in Alabama and someday I would like to be a sniper ...
A: Stefano: First, you'll have to get accepted into a Police Department that has a SWAT Team. ...
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| how to become a police officer | 10/4/2004 |
Q: I'm in Gr.9 and I want to be a police officer when I'm older, so what kind of grades do you need in ...
A: Well, you need decent grades, but they don't have to be straight 'A's or anything like that. A ...
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| SWAT team. | 9/19/2004 |
Q: Maybe my question saund insane,bat please answer me.I was police officer in Bosnia 10 year,last 3 in ...
A: Enes: No, sorry. Sounds like you have much experience, but no agency in the US will hire you ...
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| A Police Career | 9/13/2004 |
Q: an internship with the Rockville Police Dept. My son is 18 and a half and wants to be a police ...
A: Cliff: Well, I'd like to keep him out of the army as well...but probably not for the same ...
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| what should i have??? | 9/1/2004 |
Q: I was thinking of becoming a city police officer in British Columbia and i was woundering what i ...
A: Brad: This question is waaay out of my area of expertise. However, I'd suggest some sort of ...
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| Prospects in Law Enforcement/Homeland Security for older folks | 8/25/2004 |
Q: Jason: I'm a 47 year old caucasian male interested into work prospects either in law enforcement or ...
A: Steve: Ah, yes, I feel your pain, believe me. I'm 40 this year, and tried to go back on active ...
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| Job Title | 6/11/2004 |
Q: I was wondering if you had ever heard of a job for a biomedical engineer in law enforcement. My ...
A: Caleb: No, I sure haven't. However, that doesn't mean there is no market for your skill. First, ...
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| police career Q's | 5/4/2004 |
Q: Your question was I have to do a report on something I'm interested in and I chose becoming a ...
A: Chris: Here are the answers to your questions, in the order you asked them: how do you get into ...
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| Personality | 4/27/2004 |
Q: Grabill, My name is George and only in the last 2 years have my interests been sparked in ...
A: George: First, my apologies for taking some time to answer this; I've been working double ...
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| Police actions | 4/22/2004 |
Q: Jason, Could you please give me your expert opinion as to the following situation: On a subway ...
A: Vlad: First, I'll tell you that laws in each state are different, so what may apply in ...
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| Everything | 3/22/2004 |
Q: I am interested in becoming a police officer in but I have a few questions. I looked at your website ...
A: Tuck: First, sorry for the delay, I was attending training the past week, and working this ...
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| history | 3/19/2004 |
Q: com to answer my questions. I'm sure I speak for all when I say that we appreciate it greatly. I ...
A: Chris: First, if you are in the process for a department, congrats! I'll answer your questions ...
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| All about it | 3/18/2004 |
Q: I am interested in becoming a police officer but I have a few questions. I thank you for taking the ...
A: Tuck: First off, I assume you are in Texas. My responses will be based on what I know about ...
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| Law Enforcement Carrer | 2/11/2004 |
Q: I am a 26 year old college student, currently attending to earn my Bachelors degree in Criminal ...
A: Richard: A BA in CJ is a good start. Make sure, above all else, if you can, you take courses in ...
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| Scenario | 1/5/2004 |
Q: Let's say an adult finds themself lying in the middle of a field. They have no idea who they are ...
A: Luke: First, the PD would go back to where he said he woke up and canvass the area, looking for ...
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| Internal Police Hierarchy | 1/3/2004 |
Q: Grabill: I am doing some research for a short story. One of my main characters is a Homicide ...
A: Liz: First, I'll look for your book! OK, Police hierarchy is very paramilitary. A 'rookie' ...
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| career info request | 12/15/2003 |
Q: I am pursuing my dream of law enforcement by enrolling in college. I am going to major in criminal ...
A: David: I assume in Texas you can go to the Police academy without belonging to a police ...
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| MOTANA DRIVERS LISENCE | 11/19/2003 |
Q: I HAVE A QUESTION TO ASK; QUICK BACKGROUND INFO: I'AM A 43 YEAR OLD ADULT MALE, I'AM TECHICALLY ...
A: Dean: To me, it sounds like since your problems of many years ago, you've had enough experience ...
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| various aspects of your career | 11/5/2003 |
Q: My name is Lauren. I have been interested in Law Enforcement for quite some time, and i just had a ...
A: Lauren: Sorry for the delay, been working doubles the past few days, some of the other cops ...
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| Will I ever be qualified | 9/24/2003 |
Q: Mr. Grabill, I have recently been discharged from the United States Army with a General Under ...
A: Mr Woodall: Since your discharge is so recent, and for THC, my suggestion to you is to look for ...
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| Background Investigation | 9/21/2003 |
Q: I have applied to a number of police departments and gotten to varying levels in the processes and ...
A: Matt: It says I've already answered your question, but I don't remember doing so, so I'll hit it ...
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| Animal Cops | 7/29/2003 |
Q: Jason! Do you know how to go about becomming an animal cop? Right now I am a corrections officer ...
A: Becky: Hi right back! Becoming an "animal cop" is lots trickier than it looks. First of ...
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