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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I am adwaita dandapath
My Q) how can i a police officer?

Asked by Adwaita dandapath about 11 years ago

Contact your local police department and ask them.

When a police officer pulls over someone, what are they doing in the police car with the computer after they get the license and registration? What specifically are they doing on the computer? Why does it take 10-20+ minutes if they are using a CPU?

Asked by ABC over 11 years ago

A "CPU" is only part of the computer system, and typically not the slow part.  If the officer is using some type of computer, it is networked via cell data service.  The network is likely 3G or slower, so sending a request (such as a check on the validity of your license) is not as fast as you might hope.  Also, since many of the computers are running some type of Windows OS, crashes are common.  Frequently, I have sat on the side of the road while waiting for the system to reboot.  Also, if there is someone that has a warrant who has a similar name, the officer will do additional research to make sure he or she shouldn't arrest you.  10-20 minutes isn't a long time for you to be stopped.

will a domestic incident report disqualify me from becoming a police officer? no arrest, no charges

Asked by oliver3 over 11 years ago

Nope.

What should I do if I hear that kids my age (13) have drank shots and so have their friends? I think their parents supplied the vodka. I don't know if I have the confidence or sufficient evidence to report them. (To be continued)

Asked by Julian over 11 years ago

see my answer in the follow up question

Is it legal to conceal carry a telescopic baton in Maryland? Baton is a loose label and doesn't seem to be categorized as a dangerous or deadly weapon. As long as it isn't carried with intent to harm my understand is it should be legal.

Asked by Jester714 about 11 years ago

You should contact a Maryland police department for information.

I sold my moms xbox one and the guy cheated me and I am only 14 and their was nobody else and he was 17 could you get it back for me

Asked by Alex almost 11 years ago

Call your local police department and ask for their assistance. They will know what to do.

is there a grace period in pa for expired inspection stickers? My registration is up to date but I cant get my car inspected until october 3rd and it expired september 30

Asked by deejay almost 11 years ago

No idea.