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Hello, quick question, are there any advantages to having a law degree when applying for a job in law enforcement?
Tom,
I can't see where it would hurt your chances to get hired. And it sure would make your chances better down the road for a Chief's job. Just be sure that you explain to them that you really want to get inti police work. The reason I'm saying this is they will be putting a lot of time and money into training you and I'm sure it may cross their minds that you may leave soon to pursue a career in Law. Hope this helped somewhat.
Jim
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Careers: Police
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Jim Pastore
Expertise
I am a 23 yr veteran Police Officer in Ohio. I also am a past FOP Lodge President. I am well versed in Ohio laws both crminal and labor related, as well as Police contract neogations.
Experience
I have been assigned to the vice unit, the tactical response team and am currently a certified crime scene investigator and a certified Police Instructor. I am curently retired on disability after being injured in the line of duty. I retired on August 23, 2000 after 23 years as a Police Officer. I am now living in the Ft Myers Florida area..
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