Ask a Police Officer anything

615 Questions

Last Answer on October 29, 2014

my jewelry was stolen and pawned. detective retrieved it. i didn't see it. 5 weeks later i ask to see it. first told i couldn't see it. then when he brought it out i was told i couldn't touch it. is that true?

Asked by suzan about 10 years ago

I don't know. You are the one telling the story. I'll assume you are telling the truth.

533 Votes

I am considering purchasing a collapsible baton purely for self defense, it is however illegal in the state I live in, how strict will local police officers be if I carry this?

Asked by Aron over 10 years ago

If it is a crime for you to carry the baton, then I would expect that you would be arrested.

533 Votes

Which agency do you think wears the best uniform? I think OSHP, but I'm biased lol. But I will admit to being slightly jealous of the Texas State Troopers who wear those custom Stetson cowboy hats!

Asked by Joe over 10 years ago

Texas Rangers for non-patrol. LAPD-type for patrol (though with two shoulder patches)

533 Votes

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 10 years ago

see my answer in the follow up question

532 Votes

Also on Jobstr...

MBA Student

How many years of work experience do you REALLY need before applying?

HR Executive

How do you feel about employees working remotely?

"The Onion" Contributors

What's your favorite Onion headline of all time?

1. Why are ethics and character so important in the field of law enforcement?

Asked by kay over 10 years ago

I hope you are not planning a career in law enforcement. Even the lowest of ethical standards require you to do your own homework.

532 Votes

Is there any way I can get into my hometown police academy by expressing to them that I need the job and was made for the job. I have been around drugs and done them and am afraid it will hurt me. I want this with all of my being!!!

Asked by Alysia almost 11 years ago

You should contact the admissions officer and apply.

531 Votes

What courses, should I take in high school, to get into law enforcement?

Asked by Junior over 10 years ago

Talk to your guidance counselor on what options are available at your school. You want to make sure you have a solid background in english, math and science. Sports are also something you should be involved in. If there is a law enforcement explorers unit in your area, you should check it out.

531 Votes

Showing 414 - 420

Show All

187 More Answers by Police Officer

Last 7

57 58 59 60 61 62

...

Next 7 Answers

Police Officer

Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

my jewelry was stolen and pawned. detective retrieved it. i didn't see it. 5 weeks later i ask to see it. first told i couldn't see it. then when he brought it out i was told i couldn't touch it. is that true?

I am considering purchasing a collapsible baton purely for self defense, it is however illegal in the state I live in, how strict will local police officers be if I carry this?

Which agency do you think wears the best uniform? I think OSHP, but I'm biased lol. But I will admit to being slightly jealous of the Texas State Troopers who wear those custom Stetson cowboy hats!

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)

Also on Jobstr...

1. Why are ethics and character so important in the field of law enforcement?

Is there any way I can get into my hometown police academy by expressing to them that I need the job and was made for the job. I have been around drugs and done them and am afraid it will hurt me. I want this with all of my being!!!

What courses, should I take in high school, to get into law enforcement?

Police Officer

Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

my jewelry was stolen and pawned. detective retrieved it. i didn't see it. 5 weeks later i ask to see it. first told i couldn't see it. then when he brought it out i was told i couldn't touch it. is that true?

I am considering purchasing a collapsible baton purely for self defense, it is however illegal in the state I live in, how strict will local police officers be if I carry this?

Which agency do you think wears the best uniform? I think OSHP, but I'm biased lol. But I will admit to being slightly jealous of the Texas State Troopers who wear those custom Stetson cowboy hats!

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)

Also on Jobstr...

1. Why are ethics and character so important in the field of law enforcement?

Is there any way I can get into my hometown police academy by expressing to them that I need the job and was made for the job. I have been around drugs and done them and am afraid it will hurt me. I want this with all of my being!!!

What courses, should I take in high school, to get into law enforcement?

Login

Forgot Your Password?

Register