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About William Payne
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Expertise
South Carolina general law enforcement career information. South Carolina Criminal & Traffic Laws. Field Training Manager, Court Systems, Police Recruiting & Hiring, Personnel/Employee Evaluations, Non-Lethal Weapons & Use of Force.

Experience
Retired after 24-1/2 years experience as a Municipal Police Officer. 19 years as a Sergeant. I guest instructed at the State of South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. I am a Community Policing Instructor, Field Training Officer, Instructor-Trainer in the Monadnock Expandable/PR-24 Batons, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Law Enforcement Driving Instructor, O.C. Spray Instructor, Taser Instructor, and liaison for State Accreditation Standards. I also serve as an Adjunct Instructor for Park University, where I teach in the Criminal Justice Administration Degree Program.I am currently Director of Security for a major hospital system in South Carolina.

Organizations
South Carolina Law Enforcement Officer's Association.

Education/Credentials
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration, Park University.
Master of Arts Degree in Management, Webster University.
Master of Arts Degree in Human Resources Development, Webster University.

Datamaster Operator, Monadnock PR-24/M.E.B. Instructor-Trainer, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Field Training Manager, Certified Basic Investigator, Certified in Homicide Investigations.


Awards and Honors
Beaufort County, South Carolina, Police Officer of the Year, 1990.

   

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LAW ENFORMENT8/23/2008
  Q: AN 20 YEAR OLD SECURITY GUARD THAT IS INTERESTED IN ONE DAY BECOMING A POLICE OFFICER.I HAVE LOOKED ...
  A: Bryan, Thanks for the question. In South Carolina, if you have a conviction for a theft, you will ...
handicap parking8/18/2008
  Q: i have seen and went to the manager of our walmart about the non handicap persons parking in the ...
  A: Hugh, Thanks for the question. She should have called the local police to come and enforce the ...
Background Investigation for Lateral Tranfer could be a problem??8/15/2008
  Q: I was a police officer in Alabama for two years, and just recently ended my employment with the ...
  A: James, Thanks for the question. It's not supposed to happen, but I can almost guarantee you that ...
Beaufort County Sheriff Department Case Handling7/30/2008
  Q: William, I am doing some research for a novel that is a murder mystery taking place on Hilton head ...
  A: Ms. Vitolo, 1. The voters of Beaufort County. He is an elected politician. 2. The Beaufort County ...
Domestic Assault7/28/2008
  Q: In 2003 I had an incident with my wife and it ended with me leaving and her calling the police and ...
  A: Robert, The sobering truth is that it could certainly disqualify you, will it though? It all really ...
pardon7/28/2008
  Q: my son was giving a pardon by the state of pennsylvania for a misdemeanor weapons violation can he ...
  A: Mr. Alicea, I don't see any reason why he couldn't unless the state of Pennsylvania has something ...
carrier7/26/2008
  Q: HEY MR PAYNE, My question is not in law enforcement, but is about a felony. I HAVE 6 YEARS EXP IN ...
  A: Mr. White, Thanks for the question. In South Carolina, it will take a General Sessions Court Judge ...
Becoming a municipal LEO in SC.7/16/2008
  Q: sir. My name is Bradley Mowery. I'm currently 20 years of age, turning 21 in April/09, and I ...
  A: Bradley, Thanks for the question. I live in the exact area you are considering. Check out the ...
background/employment7/7/2008
  Q: older applicant 43yrs old but in decent shape. recent physical fitness test: 61 pushups (1 min), 45 ...
  A: Kevin, Thanks for the question. It really depends on where you apply for a law enforcement ...
military to police force?7/4/2008
  Q: Ok this is for my husband who is currently in Iraq. He is talking about going into the police force ...
  A: Tiffany, Thanks for the question. Most police agencies only require a High School Diploma or ...
i did turn my life around, but will my past haunt me?6/29/2008
  Q: Payne, Good Morning I am a 20 yr old male U.S. Marine with excatly 3 yrs. left on my contract. I am ...
  A: Jon, Thanks for the question, and thank you for your service to our country. I know a lot of ...
Joining Police forces and SWAT6/27/2008
  Q: I am very interested about the Police but mostly SWAT I was wandering can you join SWAT in an ...
  A: Mr. Adair, Thanks for the question. You may want to check with the United States Department of ...
state police job6/19/2008
  Q: am applying to become a state Trooper and was wondering on the questionaire they asked me if i ...
  A: Debra, Depending on how they are evaluating you, they could disqualify you for just about anything. ...
Working out of town...6/18/2008
  Q: Mr. Payne, I recently worked for an employer where my primary responsibilities were to drive a ...
  A: James, Thanks for the question. It would be nice if they did something like that, but when ...
SWAT6/18/2008
  Q: I Mike Tomasian a collage student have a debate session in a class regarding this as a topic "women ...
  A: Mike T., Thanks for the question. I know of some great women in law enforcement, but I only know ...
Swat6/6/2008
  Q: Payne. My name is Edward. I'm currently serving my fourth year in the NAVY, and will be getting out ...
  A: Edward, Thanks for the question, and thank you for your service to our country. I am sure that ...
Shisha Tabacco5/24/2008
  Q: Will smoking a hookah under the age of 18 disqualify you from being a police officer or Police ...
  A: Steven, With all of the known health risks involved, my question to you is why would you want to ...
tow5/23/2008
  Q: I am a former Oregon resident. I recently found out that I owe the state over a thousand dollars in ...
  A: Sally, Thanks for the question. Have someone check the status of your driver's license and see if ...
becoming a police officer5/21/2008
  Q: Officer Payne, I am exiting the Marine corps next month after over 13 years, I am currently a Chief ...
  A: Mr. Welch, I don't see a problem at all. Especially if that is all there is, and you have had a ...
general5/20/2008
  Q: I have been wanting to become a police officer since I was about 5 and would like to go for the job. ...
  A: Andrew, Thanks for the question. You did not mention what your age is now. How long ago was 16yoa. ...
Joining5/16/2008
  Q: Mr. Payne, I am currently deployed to Iraq, I will be returning at the end of the year & then in ...
  A: Michael, Thanks for the question. I don't know of any law enforcement agency that reserves an ...
Requirement Question5/9/2008
  Q: Is it possible to get a waiver on a 10 year old felony conviction, depending its nature and ...
  A: Trevor, Thanks for the question. It really depends on the state you reside in or want to become a ...
what do I need to have to become a cop?4/30/2008
  Q: Do I have to have a G.E.D. or High School Diploma?
  A: Ms. Pumphrey, Most law enforcement agencies across the United States will take either one. You ...
Will my background keep me from police work?4/27/2008
  Q: My name is Dustin and I am 27 years old. I was just accepted to the police academy in my state. In ...
  A: Dustin, It's really hard to say, law enforcement agencies require different sets of standards from ...
FBI/Swat4/23/2008
  Q: My 12 year old son is interested in becoming a FBI agent and swat. what kind of degree to you ...
  A: Stacey, Thanks for the question. If he is still interested by the time he graduates from high ...
military background4/21/2008
  Q: I am applying for a law enforcement agency and wanted to know what a police background investigator ...
  A: Brandon, Thanks for the question. What you did for employment (M.O.S.), work references ...
Becoming a police officer with a conviction4/11/2008
  Q: Mr. Payne, I chose you to ask for the fact you are fairly local. I am in North Carolina. About 1 ...
  A: D. Vincent, Thanks for the question, There will be a lot of agencies that will be hesitant in ...
questions.4/7/2008
  Q: 1.how much do you get payed weekly or monthly?. 2.how much time do you got to be in school to be a ...
  A: Jairo, Thanks for the question. In Beaufort County, South Carolina, where I reside, the pay ...
law enforcement positions4/6/2008
  Q: Mr. Payne, Is it possible to obtain a law enforcement position without an advanced degree? ...
  A: Wes, Thanks for the question. There are a lot of departments that now require some type of college ...
swat4/3/2008
  Q: i am a 17 year old boy interested in joining the police force i hope to progress to the point of ...
  A: Joshua, That is good for practice as well, but you really need more police related shoot/don't ...
swat4/3/2008
  Q: i am a 17 year old boy interested in joining the police force i hope to progress to the point of ...
  A: Joshua, Thanks for the question. Lots of physical agility training: This is not all inclusive, ...
Chances of being hired?!4/2/2008
  Q: First, just wnted to thank you for taking your time on this site to help out people with thier ...
  A: Dan, Thanks for the question. I don't know what state you are in, but some have a time frame ...
Maybe you can help!!3/24/2008
  Q: To Mr. Payne, I am currently living in greenville s.c . I am looking for a career in Humane law ...
  A: Mr. Wright, Thanks for the inquiry. In South Carolina you will need to be hired by a law ...
hi3/3/2008
  Q: a guy from georgia who is formerly of missouri, came to new york with his girlfriend, i was mildly ...
  A: J, Thanks for the question. Sounds like a crime to me. If I was you, I would make a call to your ...
SWAT2/19/2008
  Q: I'm 16 and a sophmore at Western Albemarle and I've been thinking about joining SWAT as a sniper and ...
  A: Mr. Knight, Thanks for the question. Most of the time you will need to be employed with a police ...
can i be a sniper2/18/2008
  Q: so my question is since I'm a diabetic can i be sniper
  A: Mr. Reavis, Thanks for the question. I personally know numerous law enforcement officers that are ...
sniper2/15/2008
  Q: What is the educational requirement to become a sniper.
  A: Michael, Thanks for the question. I am sure each law enforcement agency has a multitude of ...
Hiring help2/12/2008
  Q: I currently live in kyle Texas. I have been wanting to be a police officer for about 10+yrs now, but ...
  A: Jeremy, Thanks for the question. If you have not had any arrests or problems since then, I would ...
police hiring2/7/2008
  Q: my name is william cheek and i live in Lexington ky. i am currently 19 years old and I want to ...
  A: William, Thanks for the question. If you don't get convicted of the weapons charge, you can get ...
Need Advice2/6/2008
  Q: My name is jessica i am 16 years old and i am going into the air force after high school and i want ...
  A: Jessica, Thanks for the question. A majority of police agencies that people get hired with will ...
what it takes to be a cop2/3/2008
  Q: could i be a cop if I've already have convictions i have two felonies and a bunch of misdemeanors ...
  A: Dave, Thanks for the question. There are probably some police agencies out there that would hire ...
Police academy12/28/2007
  Q: Do I have to go to a university/tech school to study criminal justice before I join a police ...
  A: Amanda, Thanks for the question. In South Carolina you are required to be hired full-time with a ...
Law Enforcement Career12/18/2007
  Q: I currently live in Hampshire, England. I would particularly like to know my elegibility as an ...
  A: Carl, Thanks for the question. Any college is a benefit. It can only help. Psychology is a great ...
Police Force12/14/2007
  Q: im in 12th grade and i am thinking about going into the police force as a career. But the problem ...
  A: Mike, Thanks for the question. A local community college or a technical college can probably offer ...
Background Investigation12/14/2007
  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: Christopher, Thanks for the question. Definitely get the past arrests expunged. You still can have ...
police work after marine corps11/30/2007
  Q: I'm 20 and have finished two years of general requirments at my local community college and was ...
  A: Tony, Thanks for the question. First of all, I commend you for trying to get your education and ...
Police Backround check!11/30/2007
  Q: For the last Five years I've been trying to become a Law Enforcement Officer, However due to old ...
  A: Mr. Carr, Thanks for the question. Some police agencies do not check credit histories. However, ...
The way to swat is ...11/26/2007
  Q: i am a sophomore in high school. i was wondering if to get into swat means you have to be in the ...
  A: Diego, Thanks for the question. For the most part, unless it is an extremely small police agency, ...
Humane Officer--Animal Cop11/13/2007
  Q: I am interested in becoming a humane officer. I would like to know how I would go about getting a ...
  A: Melanie, Thanks for the question. I am going to refer you to the Beaufort County Animal Shelter. ...
Relationships11/7/2007
  Q: I am in Training Academy to become a Police Officer, and I have a huge crush on my Field Trainer. He ...
  A: Patsy, Thanks for the question. DON'T do it!!!!!!! Both of you could potentially get into serious ...
Question about the Taser and the AFID system11/4/2007
  Q: I was just reading up on the AFID system of identifying when a Taser gun is used and who by for ...
  A: Rob, Thanks for the question. I apologize for taking so long to get back in touch with you, but ...
FBI SWAT Team11/2/2007
  Q: I'm 22 a sophmore in college. Majoring in Criminal Justice and minoring in Health & Fitness ...
  A: Mr. Smith, Thanks for the question. I am not sure I have ever known anyone to get hired in ...
Record Expungement10/26/2007
  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, Thanks for the question. I apologize for taking so long to get back with you, I was on ...
Becoming a police officer.10/1/2007
  Q: Payne, I'm a 21 year old male who is greatly interested in becoming a police officer, but I'm a ...
  A: Dustin, Thanks for the question. Visit the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy Website at ...
swat9/27/2007
  Q: When I was 18 I was arrested for possession of a tool to commit a crime(spark plug). The judge put ...
  A: Charles, It really depends on what state you live, if it was considered a crime of Moral Turpitude, ...
question9/15/2007
  Q: i am 22, almost 23 years old. i got a dui when i was 20. it was a honest mistake, and take full ...
  A: Aaron, Thanks for the question. I am not sure what state you live in, but in South Carolina, where ...
Qustion about being a police officer.9/13/2007
  Q: I am currently a soldier in the U.S. army stationed in Baghdad-Iraq, for 15 months, i will have my ...
  A: Nicholas, Thanks for the question. As long as you are fluent enough in English that you can read & ...
medical qualification9/12/2007
  Q: I used to have a medical condition called Epilepsy, I have been off the medication and without an ...
  A: Richard, Thanks for the question. I am not sure of the possibility of a reoccurrence, but I would ...
Entry Exam practice9/1/2007
  Q: I am about to apply for a position as a Sheriff Deputy and will be taking the entry exam. It has ...
  A: Joe, Thanks for the question. If you go to Thomson/Wadsworth Publishing they have a lot of ...
Explain ranks8/7/2007
  Q: What are the ranks with power to police Thanks
  A: Dan, Thanks for the question. All ranks within a police agency have a certain amount of authority, ...
Report Writing8/4/2007
  Q: Sir: My name is William Fowler and I am a Recruit Officer in a local Police Academy in St. Louis ...
  A: Mr. Fowler, Thanks for the question. A lot of officers struggle with report writing. Police ...
federal employment8/4/2007
  Q: my name is Chris I am a sophmore in college. I am majoring in Finance and minoring in Criminal ...
  A: Chris, Thanks for the question. Your credentials that you have shared are good, but mere physical ...
swat8/3/2007
  Q: i am wondering what kind of education would u need to go to get inton a police deparment where i can ...
  A: Ted, Thanks for the question. The FBI requires at a minimum a four-year degree. The FBI I am sure ...
background check8/2/2007
  Q: I was dq'd from a dept last year, which I don't think I should have been, but I am currently in a ...
  A: Howard, I am not sure what you are talking about as far as you mentioning your credit?? If you are ...
background check8/2/2007
  Q: I was dq'd from a dept last year, which I don't think I should have been, but I am currently in a ...
  A: Howard, It really depends on how deep of a background check they are going to conduct. Most states ...
h7/28/2007
  Q: im in new york recently a friend posed an interestingif someone uses another person's debit or ...
  A: Yom, Thanks for the question. I am not sure what the laws are in New York concerning credit ...
Schooling and Female Cops7/10/2007
  Q: I have wanted to be a police officer since I was about 5. I was wondering what paths you think are ...
  A: Danielle, Thanks for the question. Any kind of Civics or Government class in high school is a good ...
I was wondering7/9/2007
  Q: How long to you have to be a police officer to become a swat team member?
  A: Bobby, Thanks for the question. It really depends on what agency you are working with. Most large ...
Health care to law enforcement7/7/2007
  Q: I am a 24 yr old female with a BA in philosophy. I have always felt a strong desire to protect ...
  A: Sarah, Thanks for the question. With your background, you could have several options. As far as ...
advice on law enforcement7/7/2007
  Q: my Drill Sergeant last name was Payne btw
  A: Nathan, Thanks for the question. Military service is good and beneficial in so many ways. Most ...
DUI and law enforcement7/3/2007
  Q: I had a DUI 2 years ago, and I was in the middle of signing up for the Navy. They tld me I had to ...
  A: Sean, Thanks for the question. You will find that most states have a time limit in place for ...
Becoming a police officer6/25/2007
  Q: I RESIDE IN NEW YORK. I'M 17 YEARS OLD AND ABOUT TO BE 18 IN JULY. I WANT TO BECOME A NYPD ...
  A: Enrique, Thanks for the question. If they have a Police Explorer or Police Cadet program apply for ...
Requirements to becoming law enforcement6/9/2007
  Q: I want to know the requirements that i need to become a police man and then becoming SWAT.I have ...
  A: Mr. Osborne, The requirements generally run about the same in each state. There will be minor ...
Police officer requirements6/4/2007
  Q: I have read up on most of the police officer requirements in the state of SC, but what I can't find ...
  A: Stephanie, Thanks for the question. The answer to your question is no. Some, but not all, police ...
Getting hired in SC with a disability.6/3/2007
  Q: I am a 25 y/o former infantryman in the Army. I am a veteran of the Iraq war. That aside, on return ...
  A: Tom, Thanks for the question. I really see no problem with you getting hired by a law enforcement ...
Going to Law School while a Deputy Sheriff6/1/2007
  Q: I am a recent graduate of The Citadel, and am trying to decide between going to law school, which is ...
  A: Justin, Thanks for the question. It will be difficult at best to get a law degree while trying to ...
Police Training...........5/31/2007
  Q: What do Police do in training for training to be a Police officer???
  A: Elizabeth, Thanks for the question. There are many things that people do to prepare to become a ...
Best course to become a police officer.5/2/2007
  Q: Im currently a senior in high school and decided my life calling is to become a police officer. I do ...
  A: Craig, Thanks for the question. Any military service would be a plus. The military for the most ...
Police Interview4/30/2007
  Q: My husband has been trying to get with the police department for the past 3 years. He has filled ...
  A: Tina, Thanks for the question. 1. Dress neatly. Shirt and tie with dress slacks is appropriate. ...
I.Q. and interest in policing4/29/2007
  Q: I heard that people with high (around 130 and up)I.Q. will generally get bored with police work and ...
  A: Eric, A low, average or high I.Q. score does not necessarily translate into making you a poor, ...
Interview gone bad4/23/2007
  Q: My name is William Fowler. I live in St. Louis Mo and am currently attending the Eastern Missouri ...
  A: Bill, Thanks for the question. It's called practice, practice, practice. Some interviews, very ...
school and police4/22/2007
  Q: I'm a junior in high school, and am now really thinking about my future both in school and the ...
  A: Nate, Thanks for the question. It really depends on the agency you are going to apply with. Some ...
police officer4/22/2007
  Q: i was fired as a county sherriff in 1992 i recently thought about applying to a cities police ...
  A: Mike, If I was you, I would list it, because in the background investigation the agency you are ...
Misdemeanors4/16/2007
  Q: My husband is trying to get into the police academy. He was told at one of the districts that he ...
  A: Ms. fluctuates, Thanks for the question. I am not sure what state you live in, but possession of ...
Law enforcement agencies4/14/2007
  Q: I am moving to South Carolina sometime soon and I have decided that I want to become a police ...
  A: Cassandra, In the simplest form, security companies are private organizations that are contracted ...
Becoming a SC police officer4/12/2007
  Q: I am moving to South Carolina sometime soon and I have decided that I want to become a police ...
  A: Cassandra, Thanks for the question. In South Carolina you must meet certain requirements to become ...
becoming a police officer4/12/2007
  Q: 2 years ago I was charged with felony possession of cocaine, misdemeanor possession of marijuana, ...
  A: Mr. Cooper, Thanks for the question. It really depends on what the requirements are in the state ...
becoming a police officer4/2/2007
  Q: my friends was saying that 5 years ago he tried marijuana once and he wants to know if that will ...
  A: Stan, Thanks again for the questions. It depends on what the requirements are for the agency your ...
becoming a police officer4/2/2007
  Q: my friends was saying that 5 years ago he tried marijuana once and he wants to know if that will ...
  A: Stan, Thanks for the question. Is your friend all ready a police officer? Most departments will ...
TASER Info?3/29/2007
  Q: I am a writer who is currently doing a bit of research for a scene in which my main character gets ...
  A: Mr. Newman, Thanks for the question. You can receive a ton of information if you make an inquiry ...
Employment history3/28/2007
  Q: I am a 22 year old police applicant. I contacted the IRS to get all my past employment history. ...
  A: Chris, Thanks for the question. To be on the safe side, I would list all jobs that you received ...
feloneys3/26/2007
  Q: can you become a police officer if your family have felonyes.
  A: Jakobee, Thanks for the question! As long as you don't have any convictions or arrests of crimes ...
the police academy3/15/2007
  Q: If I've just graduated from college with a degree in criminal justice, how would i go about joining ...
  A: Joycelyn, Thanks for the question, and congratulations on the degree. It really depends on what ...
Polygraph3/4/2007
  Q: I heard that during the polygraph they may ask you about drugs. What if you have smoked Marijuana ...
  A: Kellie, Thanks for the question. It all depends on the agency you are applying with. Some ...
career requirements3/3/2007
  Q: i have a misdemeanor assault and battery in presence of a minor is that going to bar me from ...
  A: Nicole, Thanks for the question. It really all depends. Was it a conviction or just an arrest? ...
background info1/28/2007
  Q: I'm a senior in high school and hope to (after college)become a police officer and hopefully SWAT ...
  A: Kyle, Thanks for the question. If you take the polygraph, don't lie is the first rule. Prior to ...
Background Checks1/11/2007
  Q: If you have smoke majuani, lets say over 300 times in college years but haven't smoke in about 4 ...
  A: Cedric, Thanks for the question. Nothing personal, but you need to lay off of the Marijuana and ...
Career Change: Police Dept vs Sheriff Dept1/7/2007
  Q: I am a reservist ,a and upon my recent return from deployment decided that i would like to change ...
  A: Ms. Stearnes, Thanks for the question. Depending on what jurisdiction you live in, the job ...
vehicle reposession1/6/2007
  Q: I have a friend that is a couple of months behind on a vehicle payment and was just told the news ...
  A: Carlene, Thanks for the question. I am not sure what jurisdiction you live in, but most of the ...
College vs Military12/19/2006
  Q: What do you consider more important as far as getting experiance and a job as a law enforcement ...
  A: Sergio, Thanks for the question. There are pros and cons with either choice. I have several ...
previous employer12/14/2006
  Q: I have a question I hope you can answer. I applied for a position with the Federal Government ...
  A: Frank, Thanks for the question. The investigator that is covering your background can probably ...
Legal question...12/7/2006
  Q: Mr. Payne: We had a landscaper install some sod last year. (Turns out he was big-time ...
  A: David, Thanks for the question! Not sure about Alabama legal obligations concerning your case, ...
more school the better??11/28/2006
  Q: I am a 20 year old male that is about to start the application process to become a police officer in ...
  A: Mr. Patterson, Thanks for the question. The college credit thing is hard to answer. It really ...
what are some of the careers in Criminal Justice?11/7/2006
  Q: i don't want to be a police officer cause i do want to physically run after nobody. but i want to ...
  A: Deanna, Thanks for the question. The law enforcement career field is wide open, depending on what ...
New Career in the police officer10/16/2006
  Q: im 25 years old and really want a career move into law enforcement i currently live in england but ...
  A: Mr. Smale, Thanks for the question! First of all, congratulations on wanting to move to the United ...
Felony10/15/2006
  Q: my name is David Kim and I'm 22 years old working on my associates in Criminal Justice at American ...
  A: Mr. Kim, Thanks for the question! First of all, if it was an act of self-defense, why were you ...
Right man for the job9/30/2006
  Q: I've wanted to be a police officer my entire life. I'm not sure why, but I've always wanted to help ...
  A: Jack, Thanks for the question! Don't worry about the knowledge of guns or police work. Most new ...
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: Guy, Thanks for the question. You don't say whether you want to be a detective with a police ...
police protection8/29/2006
  Q: Is he allowed to shoot if there is a even a chance of hitting an innocent bystander instead of the ...
  A: Jeff, If the officer does not have a clear line of fire, he would be jeapordizing someone else's ...
police protection8/28/2006
  Q: When a police car is just on a street and I'm walking by with a lot of people[strangers], I usually ...
  A: Jeff, Thanks for the question. You do what you feel is safe for you. You will not know if the ...
What should I do?7/11/2006
  Q: Payne, Im going to be a senior in highschool next year and I was wondering what should I do after ...
  A: Jovan, Thanks for the question. It is possible that you can get a head start on your police career ...
Polygraph examination results5/31/2006
  Q: This is Chris again and I had some more questions. Is it possible to be as truthful as possible and ...
  A: Chris, Again, Thanks for the questions. I may be mistaken, but I don't know of any jurisdiction ...
background check5/12/2006
  Q: Payne, My name is Chris,I'm 20,and trying to get my career as a police officer started. The police ...
  A: Chris, First of all, thanks for the question. Having a low credt score does not necessarily ...
Hi,William my name is Jeromy...5/3/2006
  Q: William my name is Jeromy Newman i'm 17 years old and trying to learn more about law enforcement,I ...
  A: Jeromy, First priority, finish your education. Since you have dropped out of school, get your ...
departmental policies/meds4/15/2006
  Q: What say you? i am beginning my career in law enforcement and i have a few more questions... I'm ...
  A: Chris, Let me start by saying that I am not a medical doctor and I do not know all of the effects ...

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