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.
If someone is being abused, please call 911. If you are suicidal, please call 911.
I would highly recommend contacting the state attorney general's office and the BATFE for information on the related state and federal laws.
It can be. Time away from the family, physical danger and dealing with other people's problems are just some of the downsides to the job.
Yep.
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What lessons can you share about past and present start-ups you've worked with?
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I don't know what your state's laws may be in regard to this. I would hope that most departments would not hire a convicted armed robber, but that's just me.
Call your local police department and ask for their assistance. They will know what to do.
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