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.
Yes, they are completely legal. But, you are right and someone might freak out if someone sees them. Calling the PD and explaining the situation should be fine. We helped dispose of all sorts of stuff (ammo, explosives, etc.).
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Women are no different than men when it comes to the crimes of battery. In other words, any unjustified touching can result in going to jail.
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There are different protocols for each agency, but in general for situations in which their specialized skills and equipment can more safely resolve an incident.
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"Questions are a burden to others; answers a prison for oneself."
Bonus points for anyone who knows from where that quote derives.
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Call Center Employee (Retail)
Which cable company do you think has the absolute worst customer service?
Chef
Do you get offended when a customer sends back a dish?
Radio program/music director
What's your take on the whole Don Imus racism scandal?
Sounds like you are well on your way. Good luck and thanks for your service!
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It can, but it depends on the circumstances.
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1. There are no "Miranda rights."2. An officer is not required to read you the Miranda warning because you have been arrested.3. COPS is edited. Boring things - such as reading someone a Miranda warning - are cut out.
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