Hello all, need some advice on starting my law enforcement career. Just turned 21 a few months ago and have been focusing really hard on getting into a specific county agency because im involved in the local community there. I failed the physical agility test 2 times because of the run, i know its easy and believe me, im embarassed that i cant pass it but im still working in it, maybe ill get there in a few months.

Now a local municpiality has opening for entry level officers and their agility test is extremely easy, no run and i could definitely pass it my first go. So should i apply to the municipality, and if i get in would it make sense to work there for 2-4 years then lateral to the county i originally wanted to work for? Rn i just need to get my foot in the door and i need a change of career, $16/hr at a warehouse aint cutting it anymore, both the county and municipality are paying double my current salary at the warehouse.

Lmk what you guys think, im seriously thinking of doing it because i really need this, ive wanted to be in law enforcement/first response since i was a kid and now my parents need help with money and i have a chance of helping them out if i can get my career started.

I’m in Alabama and getting mixed information on this. Is there a way I can carry a travel/emergency keychain pill canister with prescribed medicene that helps my gout attacks? Will I get hemmed up not having the actual prescribed pill bottle with me? What’s the best way to go about this?

The local department I’m applying for has a five on four off schedule and I’m looking into different side hustles. I used to mow grass in high school and love working with my hand so much for looking into woodworking. What side businesses are you running?

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ROOKIE COPS AND VETERAN COPS

A Rookie loses his/her lunch at at homicide scene.
A Veteran eats his/her lunch at a homicide scene.

A Rookie uses McDonalds drive through so he/she won't miss a call.
A Veteran spends 45 minutes drinking coffee at Dunkin Donuts.

A Rookie: You can't read his/her name plate because its polished so brightly.
A Veteran doesn't wear one for liability reasons.

A Rookie puts too much in reports.
A Veteran doesn't put enough into reports.

A Rookie loves foot pursuits.
A Veteran makes the rookie do foot pursuits.

A Rookie is given 40 hours training on communications at the academy.
A Veteran was given 40 rounds of ammunition when he/she left the academy.

A Rookie wants everyone to know he/she is a cop.
A Veteran doesn't want anyone to know he/she is a cap.

A Rookie loves to find stolen vehicles.
A Veteran doesn't care about stolen vehicles unless someone is in them.

A Rookie can spot an expired tag at 50 yards.
A Veteran can't spot anything at 50 yards.

A Rookie spends 2 hours on a follow up.
A Veteran gives follow ups to detectives.

A Rookie thinks every death is a homicide.
A Veteran thinks every death is a suicide.

A Rookie call the brass by their rank.
A Veteran calls the brass by their first name.

A Rookie carries a laptop computer.
A Veteran writes on his/her hand.

A Rookie checks out deserted spots in hope of finding a drug deal in progress.
A Veteran checks out deserted spots in hope of finding solitude.

If you were initially pulled over unlawfully and the cop decided that you were a suspicious person and felt that was enough probable cause to search your vehicle. Now let’s say he found something illegal in the search, can he then legally arrest and charge you with a crime even if the initial stop was unjustified?

This question is purely out of curiosity after watching some police interaction videos online.

I have an interview coming up this week for the police. I’m feeling very confident for it, it’s going to be a panel interview. Was wondering if anyone had any tips for me? I would really appreciate it. 👍

lets say i got a friend that wants to apply to the LAPD with full intent of getting citizenship but didn't want to wait to apply. Would he be treated like every other person, would their be extra questions? this is all in remarks to LAPD

I’m a 16 year old girl, a sophomore, and I’ve wanted to be a police officer all my life but don’t really know anyone who knows much about policing. Looking for any advice or steps I need to know when going to school and applying for police academy for when I graduate. I plan to do this as soon as I get our of high school. Really looking forward to this. 😁

I thought fire but in the immediate area the pay isn’t great. Anyways, just curious what yall think.

Noticed a car with 2 plates with obviously different numbers ending in 9 and 0.

Should I report it to the cops or completely normal phenomenon?

I know asking it here is kind of a shot in the dark but idk.

Hi, how is everyone doing? I’m writing a paper on the history of the NYPD from the civil war to the Great Depression. I’m required to have at least 2 primary documents, however I’m having trouble finding any good ones. Does anyone have any recommendations or ideas on some or where to find some?

I had an incident in late 2019 where a creepy guy was being suspicious while I was walking to the store so I called the police and they came and questioned me.

I was just curious to know is it possible they had a body cam on and would I be able to see the footage. It’s not a big deal, just curious and I think about this kind of stuff.

The incident was not heavily investigated or anything.

When I was researching, it looks like Farmington Hills, MI police was not wearing body cams until 2021, but I live in Farmington, MI and I’m not sure if the City of Farmington wore body cams or not.

It’s not serious lol I’m just curious if I could see footage. I watch so many traffic stops and crime stuff on YouTube and was just wondering if there are any body cam footage of me.

Hello there, I was just looking to get some information on the Massachusetts police academy’s, how they are what’s a typical day like. is there’ any tips or advice on going through it thank you!.

Here was the removed post:

https://www.reddit.com/r/PublicFreakout/comments/1azp5iu/nj_cop_slams_his_own_police_chief_onto_car_hood/

Here was the valid question:

https://www.reddit.com/r/PublicFreakout/comments/1azp5iu/comment/ks351zs/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3

Here was my response:

Cops have to find the strength and courage to hold each other accountable to change the culture within their departments.

Cops who read this comment will recognize what I mean about the unprofessional, immoral, unethical, hurtful, inconsiderate, disrespectful, and childish remarks/comments made behind the department's closed doors.

Leadership, and officers, may feel those type of comments and behaviors are just a cops waying of coping by using their "weird sense of cop humor", however, unsuspectingly these comments and behaviors find a place into the hearts and minds of cops which then negatively contribute to their attitudes towards performing their duties.

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WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS?

yesterday someone got robbed outside of my apartment. i just moved here 3 days ago, but i called the police and gave them as much information as i could. i’m still thinking about the woman that was chasing after him, and what the outcome was. is there any way to find out if she’s okay and if he was caught, or do i just have to wonder forever?

I lived in Chicago Born and Raised for 25 years and I have been curious to why not many patrolmen carry long guns while they are out in the field. I know other police departments in the country and the surrounding area of Chicago officers would have a long gun in the car just in case of an active shooter or other calls about a person with a gun etc. I heard that CPD officers have to take a Rifle Course in order to qualify with the rifle and carry it in patrol why does CPD do this and what is the type of training you get in the course?

You would think that all of the officers would have some AR/Shotgun in the car due to all the guns that people carry and have especially in the South/West sides of Chicago. Especially since gang bangers love to carry extended mags and switches in their Glocks.

So I am very familiar with working patrol were each day is a clean slate however, for you detectives who have an ongoing caseload I imagine it’s difficult. Is it common to think about those cases and investigations during your off time? How do you investigators who carry a case load leave work at work. Especially if you are on call, you cannot just shut off your phone and emails and mentally clock out.

i mean if i have done nothing wrong and a cop for no reasons starts powertripping. i know i stand less chance because he have a gun.if he wont fight me squarely then can i carry a gun too so the odds are leveled?

I am applying for Chicago Police and have semi-bad credit. 520 score, in the middle of a repossession and had 3 delinquent credit cards. But I was young and in the military and tried starting a business. I’m perfect with everything else though. Is this excusable or am I gonna be automatically turned away?

( IF YOU ARE ONLY INTERESTED IN ANSWERING QUESTIONS YOU DO NOT NEED TO READ THIS) so I know I'm quite young and maybe this all is a phase I'm in but I'm convinced it's not. I have spent a handful of time researching all over to see if it's a realistic thing for me to move to Cali to join the LAPD. from what I have thought of so far ( still developing ) this is a somewhat plan 1. train physically everyday in running and decent strength including timed 300 meter sprints and 3 mile runs almost daily also testing how many pushups and sit-ups i can rep out. Yes, if you are in line with the LAPD's PFQ's these are all the tests that go down. not just for the tests but i believe excellent physical fitness is important to become a 5 star LAPD officer. later down the line I was thinking about maybe spending time as a TO. and then attempt to join Metro S.W.A.T.

1. get a drivers license ( in B.C 24 months regularly, but 18 months with icbc with 3 mistakes.) I've also planned just a couple lessons before my drivers evaluation to ensure I pass with enough effort.
2. ( keep in mind until I'm 15-16 I won't be doing anything big other than criminal analysis classes and physical training.) at this point I'll probably consult a immigration lawyer to help with migrating to the USA, crossing boarders, visa, etc. I'm planning of driving in a some sort of truck or van to Los angles. I am going to save a good amount of money which working at my dads business will pay well. I would sleep a night in there making a decent setup so the car would be a good and cheap backup. And with my savings I would afford a alright apartment till I'm done the non-paid police tests and I'm still doing my research and finding out more.

QUESTIONS
(PLEASE STATE IF YOU ARE OR ARE NOT A LAPD OR OTHER STATE OFFICER) 3. is it true i only need a work visa for the LAPD? citizenship takes a max of 2 years I've been told so it shouldn't be a issue but just curious 4. what is the acceptance rate for actually making it to your 1 year probation. 5. just out of curiosity if before i wanted to go to the academy i wanted to legally obtain a firearm ( pistol) can a non-citizen with a work visa do that? how long does it usually take? 6. do you need to pass a eye test of some sort? my current vision is -3.75 but i use contact lens. getting Lasik wouldn't be a issue if i need to as i am already later down the road considering it. Also, In the academy I get pepper sprayed lets say. would i be required to keep my contact lens in or can i take them out for the test. I've read it is dangerous to wear contacts and get pepper sprayed as it can cause extreme irritation or and, vision loss. this may incise me to get Lasik. 7. How does rifle certification work. what I mean is being AR certified to carry one on duty. 8. any advice you can offer I will take into consideration and will appreciate
THANK YOU FOR READING :)

How long after graduating the academy are you expected to stop making mistakes. I’m comparing myself to other officers and I know I shouldn’t do that but it feels like I’m making way more mistakes than other ones. I graduated a para-military style academy 10 months ago.

My neighbor is found dead due to suicide in his apartment, and detective police interview every neighbor including me. just casually ask me some basic question about him from me, and ask for my name. I don’t have any interaction with the neighbor in the past.

But because of the detective ask for my name. Will my name appear in police report or any kind of investigation file. I don’t want my name to deal with Possibility of future background check etc.

Hi everyone,

I moved from my home state of NY to TN to join their largest police department. The training was great. Program was 19 weeks long and fully paid for, as well as earning a salary. Unfortunately, I only made it to the beginning of week six due to a chronic exertional compartment syndrome diagnosis. Thankfully, the department is paying for everything 100%, and I can return back to the academy (after reapplying and redoing basically everything). Have any of your departments ever allowed for certain training modifications? I.e., the ability to wear sneakers all day opposed to tactical boots? My doctor and I feel that the constant smoke sessions and running in boots may have caused the CECS, or made it worse. TYIA.

I am from Ontario Canada & my local police department no longer accepts ride alongs to the public since COVID-19. Now it's ONLY for the college students who are taking police foundations program also due to liability. I've ALWAYS wanted to go for a ride along because not only is policing and law a special interest of mine but I also want to have more appreciation for police officers. I like watching the body cam videos on YouTube because it make me see what police have to put up with which makes me appreciate them even more. I'd be happy to wear the Kevlar as it would help with sensory for me (I am a deep pressure person) plus staying in the car would be my recharge time. Not allowed to touch the radio? Fine with me as well as I am naturally rules driven. I'd bring a stuffed animal with me, some stim toys, a book to read & my Nintendo Switch for entertainment.

Do cops pull over retired cop cars less, I have a 2014 Taurus police interceptor and I swear it draws way less attention then any of my previous cars. So I was wondering if I’m just lucky or if cops really do pull them over and give them less attention than other vehicles.