Law Enforcement

Not a cop, but I've always been intrigued by police work. What's a typical day in the life of a highway patrol officer?

Does MPD pay well? I'm deciding which agency I should apply to become a police officer. Wondering which pays more between the Metropolitan Police Department and various federal agencies with their… more

New to federal law enforcement in Georgia after graduating from the academy at FLETC. Please share resources that would help navigate this career.

What motivated you to choose a correctional officer job? I'll go first. I was broke and needed money.

I enjoy being a cop, but staying in for another 20-something years for retirement is daunting. What skills can I slowly develop so I can exit and make more money for less work if the urge ever takes m… more

I say it will get better every year, and it gets worse. In theory, this job is excellent. Help people, catch bad guys, etc. In reality, you do very little of that. With a system that actively works ag… more

Fishes! Cheekiest response to, "I pay your salary?"

Need advice from our law enforcers. My neighbor keeps getting arrested. Is it weird that my curiosity peaks with every arrest? My wife worries about our safety, but I tell her it could be anything. I&… more

Looking to cross over from the law enforcement side of things into the corporate world. Has anyone had any experience with such a situation. What jobs did you aim for?

I've had instances where I could quickly lose composure handling very difficult situations. Most people dealing with the police are probably having the worst day of their life! What do you do to m… more

Is any officer here balancing service to their country? I used the military to get my citizenship and then became a cop. I can attest that it can be very challenging. Overall though, I feel completely… more

My department is not giving vests to wear on a ride-along. The officer in charge said it's not the standard operating procedure anyway. I find that strange considering the place we were particular… more

To correctional officers here. Ever considered going the policing route? If so, why? And what made you stay in corrections?

How do you handle all the ugly stuff we see every day while working in law enforcement?

What are your thoughts on academy readiness? Will I ever be fully ready if I up my training and fix my diet, for instance?

Good morning everyone we almost to 2023 let's finish this year out good

To those who've worked in various state police departments, what was the worst place to work and why?

I always hear that big-city policing is an adrenaline rush compared to small towns. What's the appeal for you?

Hi all. What are the benefits of being a reserve officer? I understand they don't get paid, at least where I live.

How much do corrections officers make in your state?

If you've experienced career burnout before, what did you find were the actual causes? How did you manage to deal with the issue?

Today's my first day after being accepted into a state police academy. It requires you to live there and not use your phone except on the weekend you go home. I want to give it my all. Any advice … more

I intend to join the DEA in two years. Before becoming a member of the coast guard, I had weed smoking and a few speeding tickets to my name. But that's about it. Will this affect my application a… more

Fellow fishes. What should I know about before going for my 911 dispatch and CritiCall test/interview tomorrow? I'm excited but nervous.

What paid part-time spots can I explore in law enforcement? A position I can work a few shifts a month till I get the honeymoon phase out of the way. Then decide from there what I really want.

When it comes to filling ranks, has your police department changed policies to get all bodies? Thoughts about departments lowering standards to get more people in? We're short about 10%, and it… more

Thoughts about the San Antonio rookie cop who shot this 17-year-old boy for what the officer believes to be a stolen car? For crying out loud, the boy was eating a burger and causing no disturbance. A… more

Hi there. Which states require you to sponsor yourself through an academy? Also, which agencies pay you to go to the academy?

Do you bring gear home after a shift or are there lockers at the station? Any existing policies? Genuine ask.

Mom says I'm being foolish for leaving my high-paying job for law enforcement. It's a family business, averaging $80-100 an hour (commission). Conveniently, I can work anywhere, but as you can… more

Does your department ignore traffic violations? In my city, for example, drunk drivers and street racers have gotten away with endless crimes on the road. Yet, cops still choose to look away. Isn'… more

I've always wanted to work in law enforcement and advance my career to become a detective. Unfortunately, for many reasons, I tend to pick up another job when the chips are down. I'm in med s… more

How has being bilingual benefitted you in your police work? I am considering learning a new language in college since I'm interested in pursuing a law enforcement career in a few years.

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Need help calming my spouse's nerves. She strongly advises against pursuing law enforcement, but this here is my passion. She is most concerned about the schedule, hours, and my safety.

People at my agency work an average of 2 to 3 extra shifts per month of OT. Is this normal? How much overtime do you work a month?

I have been unable to successfully secure a position in Criminal Justice field. I have achieved a advanced degree. However, it’s been a struggle to overcome a good salary base position. Do anyone have… more

How do attorneys withstand the amount of work and research they put in to defend criminals?

My brother got into a bar fight and now he’s being taken to court. Could he go to jail over it? He punched some other guy in the face.

Who can share some of the benefits that officers get in terms of healthcare, employment, bonuses, and retirement?