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.
It depends on the circumstances.
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I don't know. I did a lot of things as a cop, but I was never a K9 handler.
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If someone is being abused, please call 911. If you are suicidal, please call 911.
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Yes. Some departments may not allow it, but I know of some that do. Check with the recruiter at the agency you apply to.
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Tattoo Artist
Have you ever messed up while giving someone a tattoo?
Pharmacist
Have you ever given someone the wrong prescription?
Auto Mechanic
If I know nothing about cars, how can I tell if a mechanic is ripping me off?
Its the same as it is for everyone else. Show up and do your job; you'll be fine.
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Texas Rangers for non-patrol. LAPD-type for patrol (though with two shoulder patches)
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Officers respond from whereever they are at the moment. They might be eating lunch, driving down the street or submitting evidence at the department. They do not sit around at the PD like the firefighters do.
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