Police Officer

Police Officer

BlueSheepdog

10 Years Experience

Around the Way, FL

Male, 40

Cheating death and fighting communism: that is how a fellow officer once described our job. It was meant to be funny, but as time went on it seemed all too true.

I spent more than ten years in law enforcement, all of it on the street in uniform patrol. I've been a patrol officer, instructor, sergeant and lieutenant.

Do not report crimes here. Nothing here should be considered legal advice. All opinions are my own.

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Last Answer on October 29, 2014

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During the police officer application, if a person admits to a past crime they were not caught doing would they get arrested?

Asked by InquiringMind over 12 years ago

It depends on a number of factors including jurisdictional authority and the statute of limitations.

Hello officer. I am a juvenile (17) who will be 18 in june. Yesterday, I got cut by a mustang while driving... and I began to follow her. After 5 minutes, we both came to a walmart, and she called the cops. I am being charged with stalking? why?

Asked by Gus over 12 years ago

Since I was not there, nor did I conduct an investigation in the incident, I don't know what the probable cause was for your charge.

However, I suspect it might have something to do with your statement "and I began to follow her."

Getting angry about some perceived slight while driving, and then chasing the woman, is likely the source of your problems.

My former boss loaned me her vehicle so I could watch her children for a few months. They recently got into daycare. She threatened me through text that she would report it stolen since I wouldnt watch her kids Monday due to illness. Is that illegal?

Asked by Deidre over 12 years ago

Sounds like you probably should return the car and find a new friend.

I was stopped by police when walking home from a St Pat's party a couple of weeks ago. I don't remember it clearly but I wasn't taken to station. They looked at my driver's license and actually drove me home. Could I still receive a citation?

Asked by Pete over 12 years ago

For what?  Walking in public?

If you were intoxicated to the point of being charged with something it is unlikely the officers would have dropped you off at home.

if your out with your friend and they do something stupid and you are filming it can you get in trouble if your friend gets hurt?

Asked by Al over 12 years ago

Possibly.

how do i become a police officer? how long does it take? can anyone do it?

Asked by katelynn over 12 years ago

The best bet is to call your local police recruiter and talk to him or her about the specific requirements in your area.  Generally, you apply for the position, undergo a thorough background investigation, go through a series of mental, physical and medical tests and then complete academy training.

How do i find about trying to become a state dot. cop

Asked by Butch about 12 years ago

Go to the department's website and find the recruiting information there.  You can also call them for information.