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.
I don't know. You are the one telling the story. I'll assume you are telling the truth.
Yep.
I'm afraid I cannot explain the why, just take a few guesses. I believe the first study was conducted in San Diego during the 1970's. There may have been additional studies since then. Put Google to work - I imagine that you should be able to find the study published online. Also, there may be newer studies that support or contradict the original.
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Statutes/Index.cfm
Special Education Teacher
CBP Officer
Meter Maid
If it is a crime for you to carry the baton, then I would expect that you would be arrested.
You should contact the admissions officer and apply.
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