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Can shoplifting a candy bar at 14 prevent me from becoming an officer? I am now 25, I have dual degrees in economics and biochemistry and I am entering my third year of service in the Air force. I haven't been in any other legal troubles.

Asked by John almost 12 years ago

It should not be a major issue. Make sure you are honest about the incident when applying. Any attempt to conceal or minimize the incident will indicate a lack of honesty. Questions about honesty will absolutely destroy your shot at being hired.

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I have received a threat online from a guy that wants to basically "kill me" as he said he was going to do. He knows my address and all and I don't know what to do to be honest. What do I do exactly?

Asked by Highway about 12 years ago

Call the police.

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I have some tickets in Tennessee. They are for drving without a license. I now live in Indiana im a single mom who goes to school and works full ime. I plan on joining the military. How can i get anything done and be a mom without a license?

Asked by Amber Marsh over 11 years ago

Public transportation. You created the problem, now you must live with the consequences.

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Can you go into more detail about the procedures that help officers in trouble get on the radio if there is less important talk going on? (You said "yes" but not examples.) Thank you!

Asked by 123 almost 12 years ago

Some things I will not share as it could impact officer safety. Thanks for your understanding.

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Asked by Lucas over 11 years ago

Yes.

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My friend found a bullet hole on his car. I keep telling him to call the cop but he says that the cops won't do anything. What should I tell him?

Asked by dan over 11 years ago

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

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I just started dating an officer. After 4 dates he wants my last name, race, and asked if I am up late at night. Not your usual question I'm sure, but what comes to mind is that he is trying to look me up. What are your thoughts?

Asked by ccmot over 11 years ago

There is no way for me to know why he has asked these things. However, these are my immediate thoughts:

1. I'd find it really odd if I had been on four dates with someone and did not know their last name.

2. It would be really odd if I had been on four dates with someone and wasn't able to figure out her race.

3. What time of day you are up has nothing to do with checking someone's background or history.

4. If you are uncomfortable with the guy, consider dumping him and moving on.

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Can shoplifting a candy bar at 14 prevent me from becoming an officer? I am now 25, I have dual degrees in economics and biochemistry and I am entering my third year of service in the Air force. I haven't been in any other legal troubles.

I have received a threat online from a guy that wants to basically "kill me" as he said he was going to do. He knows my address and all and I don't know what to do to be honest. What do I do exactly?

I have some tickets in Tennessee. They are for drving without a license. I now live in Indiana im a single mom who goes to school and works full ime. I plan on joining the military. How can i get anything done and be a mom without a license?

Can you go into more detail about the procedures that help officers in trouble get on the radio if there is less important talk going on? (You said "yes" but not examples.) Thank you!

Also on Jobstr...

Is it true that a Police Officers must be tasered and/or pepper sprayed before graduating the police academy?

My friend found a bullet hole on his car. I keep telling him to call the cop but he says that the cops won't do anything. What should I tell him?

I just started dating an officer. After 4 dates he wants my last name, race, and asked if I am up late at night. Not your usual question I'm sure, but what comes to mind is that he is trying to look me up. What are your thoughts?

Police Officer

Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

Can shoplifting a candy bar at 14 prevent me from becoming an officer? I am now 25, I have dual degrees in economics and biochemistry and I am entering my third year of service in the Air force. I haven't been in any other legal troubles.

I have received a threat online from a guy that wants to basically "kill me" as he said he was going to do. He knows my address and all and I don't know what to do to be honest. What do I do exactly?

I have some tickets in Tennessee. They are for drving without a license. I now live in Indiana im a single mom who goes to school and works full ime. I plan on joining the military. How can i get anything done and be a mom without a license?

Can you go into more detail about the procedures that help officers in trouble get on the radio if there is less important talk going on? (You said "yes" but not examples.) Thank you!

Also on Jobstr...

Is it true that a Police Officers must be tasered and/or pepper sprayed before graduating the police academy?

My friend found a bullet hole on his car. I keep telling him to call the cop but he says that the cops won't do anything. What should I tell him?

I just started dating an officer. After 4 dates he wants my last name, race, and asked if I am up late at night. Not your usual question I'm sure, but what comes to mind is that he is trying to look me up. What are your thoughts?

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