Law Enforcement

As information becomes less private and agencies release personal info due to FOIA requests, what is everyone doing to make themselves harder to find online? I’ve seen recommendations for websites tha… more

Fentanyl Derangement Syndrome? What's the story behind this? All these cops falling out? This is all new to me.

I am curious if anyone has suggestions on good insurance to get to help cover anything financially or legally that might come up in addition to what is provided by the agency.

A question directed to current LEOs who've been there & done that. How important is physical strength in comparison to agility? My current 1.5 mile is at 14:11 and I am working on improving th… more

On a slow night, my favorite thing to do is stop cars for out license plate lights, obstructed plates, failure to signal, swerving, etc. I have told other Officers this and they said its BS traffic st… more

So I’m approx 6 months from my retirement date. 29 yrs on the job. I am excited for the freedom to do as I please, whenever I want. Trips are planned, a business venture is in the works. Thorough all … more

About 1 yr ago I was following a semi w/ doubles on a rural road. It appeared next to impossible for the rig to maintain lane placement. It crossed the line a dozen times. I brought this to the attn o… more

Does anyone have ideas or things that have worked for them in preventing and/or catching motorcycle eluding drivers? Once a motorcycle starts to take off from us, we terminate relatively quickly. What… more

I wanted to start a conversation about how you talk to or interact with people at traffic stops. I'm mostly friendly and take time to explain the reason for the stop and give them an opportunity t… more

Now I realize that many departments have standards in place whereby officers are evaluated on how well they perform on their shifts, but I doubt that the majority of agencies are like "you MUST i… more

I have a Tesla for my personal vehicle and love it. Can the Ford Mustang Mach-E be a capable police vehicle?

At the end of this year I'm looking to leave the private sector and join FHP. I would love to hear about all the Pros and Cons of the department if anyone has experience within it.

I am interested in becoming a SRO. Quick question...outside of the school what do SROs do patrol wise?

Hello Everyone; I'm looking to start my law enforcement career at the start of next year after I graduate at the end of this year. However, I'm thinking about continuing my education instead. … more

I'm sure most of you probably deal with a different side of the drug problem, the street stuff. What's your opinion about prescription drug abuse? It's a growing problem in my neck of the … more

I'll be retired soon, I was thinking of working for another agency in Florida but now the way things are I'm figuring why bother. My wife says just a bs job for some extra cash it's not li… more

So I am wondering if anyone carries pepper spray that is meant for indoor use? like gel or foam? Thoughts of using it inside?

In states like ky where the state police is a full service police organization when a crime occurs & state police show up does that put them in charge of the situation? For example say a vehicle p… more

Which job? The South Carolina Bureau of Protective Services & North Carolina Probation/Parole Officer. My goal is to be a Federal LEO. Which job do you think would give me the better experience wh… more

I've been on the force for 10 years now. I interviewed for another department. I took the polygraph and it was inconclusive. I did not fail. It has been six weeks and I have not heard anything fro… more

I arrested a woman last week at a store for counterfeit money. She told me she thought she heard about a new law that says the government is printing new money! I wish I could just print my own money.… more

If liberals believe in gun control, why are they against one of the best forms of gun control out there? It's called Stop and Frisk and has resulted in getting more illegal guns off the streets th… more

I've never really messed around with the radio settings before (Motorola XTS 5000R), until today. I decided to play with it while I was at home and came across the scan option. We have 6 different… more

Some guy playing LEO in my neighborhood. Had a flashing light apparatus set up in his vehicle, gun, Taser, cuffs, & police radio. He didn't pull anybody over this time before he got caught, bu… more

I just hit my year on nights and realized recently I am still NOT acclimated to being a night zombie. How does everyone else cope with flopping schedules on off days and managing to not be a complete … more

I was an officer for 4.5 years w/ nothing on my record. I responded to a call & sustained a head injury. Out 1.5 yrs under departs drs care. Dr told me they were pulling my badge & let go. Que… more

Should I switch departments for better pay? I truly enjoy working where I work at but the pay is kinda low compared to the county over (over 2 more dollars to be exact) and they will be willing to wo… more

I am looking to get my administration to buy a few tint meters for our department. Does anyone have suggestions on that process? Also would like some pros and cons about the whole tint meter thing. An… more

What violations do you feel no sympathy for writing? I do not feel sympathy for writing violations to people who do stupid things with kids in the vehicles.

You know when you have those people that argue the point on a traffic stop and then try to do the old smash the vehicle into gear and take off while you're standing beside the vehicle? I've al… more

Ever been contacted by a defense attorney asking you to amend a speeding ticket..to either drop it or to amend it to something non-moving? The attorney says the offender is a disabled retiree on a fix… more

I've got an unmarked car that I have parked in the driveway that is visible from the road and intersection. I live out of my city limits at a 3-way intersection with stop signs. Constantly people … more

I hate writing citations for senior citizens. That's all.

I showed up at a house the other day for an arrest. The mother answers the door and says the guy wasn't there. The little girl in the home says "Yes my daddy is home he is hiding over there i… more

I am curious to look elsewhere to possibly make better money for my family. Any ideas on what to look for? I have 8 years of law enforcement experience and a bunch of related certs. I was thinking ins… more

Some cop myths: "You have to be driving a marked car to do traffic stops." What are some of your favorite cop myths?

I was recently accepted into the academy! My family has been supportive of me but my preschooler said something last night that hit hard. We've been involved in numerous LEO funerals recently and … more

What do you wish you knew before going into law enforcement? Me it was...people do not have civility; people will do anything for sex, money, and drugs; and well the list goes on....

I think it's safe to say that the majority of people have a unique inspiring quote that just stuck with them so I thought it would be helpful to share them so maybe they will stick with others. &q… more

I am currently in the hiring process for hospital security, if you have been or are hospital security did/do you enjoy your work? This position is as close to being a police officer you can get withou… more