Police Officer

Police Officer

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.

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Last Answer on October 29, 2014

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As for the noise violation (which is against the law), they have to excuse to not respond because there is nothing else that they're doing. The last misdemeanor/felony in the area was 2 years ago...

Asked by Jackson almost 11 years ago

1.  Noise violations are not crimes.

2.  Just because you think it is noisy, doesn't mean it is a violation of local ordnance.

3.  Calling the cops on your neighbor for a noise violation is a pretty petty thing to do.

4.  Asking the government for permission to do something with your own property (i.e. your obsession with permitting) is repugnant. Even so, it is not likely enforceable by police officers.

I feel sorry for your neighbor.

How can I track my phone that is stolen?

Asked by Kumanan over 11 years ago

If it has already been stolen, and you have not proactively installed tracking software, you are probably out of luck.  You might want to check some of the tech sites for additional information.  Alternatively, you could call the NSA and ask for help, but they might not appreciate the call.

If you have not lost your phone, try installing one of these programs...

iPhone:  http://www.apple.com/icloud/find-my-iphone.html

Android:  https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alienmanfc6.wheresmyandroid&hl=en 

What's the policy on illegal aliens. I know one that is living off of hud, food stamps and all sorts of other free government stuff. Has been deported twice and is back again. I'm a vet and can't get the help they are.

Asked by Adam almost 11 years ago

I'm not sure what you are asking when you say "what's the policy."  Federal law establishes how the government controls immigration.  The executive branch (the president and his administration) is responsible for enforcement of the law.

You have several problems going on right now.  Among them are:

1.  Few presidents of either party have taken a serious stab at securing our borders.

2.  The current president, through design or sheer foolishness, is making no serious effort to enforce the laws on the books.

3.  A 2008 law significantly expanded the "rights" of an illegal alien OTMs under a certain age to stay in the US.  Look at the numbers of under age illegal OTMs and you will see the numbers have skyrocketed every year since.

4.  Children and others, once they make it into the country, are being temporarily held in detainment camps.  These camps have inhumane conditions, and the executive branch is keeping the press, clergy, charities and even members of Congress from entering them.

5.  Mexican drug cartels are the primary human traffickers along the border.  They routinely fire on Border Patrol agents and local law enforcement offcers with small arms, up to and including .50 caliber machine guns.  Some of these guns were trafficked to the cartels through a ATF program called Fast & Furious, which has resulted in the deaths of dozens (if not hundreds) of foreign nationals, and at least one Border Patrol agent.

6.  The executive branch is shipping illegal immigrants to various parts of the nation and refuses to tell the press or Congress where, claiming the rights to privacy of the illegal immigrants.

7.  Many local cities and counties are required to accept the illegal immigrants due to a clause in block grant fundung provided by the federal government.

So, the situation with illegal immigration has been a long time in the making. I don't care if you are a supporter of Bush, Clinton or Obama - none of them have bothered to secure our borders.

Does being Bilingual help when applying to a police force?

Asked by Mackenzie about 11 years ago

Yes.

How do you become a K-9 officer? what can i do to prepare in highschool? is there any collage classes i am required to take?

Asked by Ann about 11 years ago

To be a K-9 handler you will need to be in great shape.  I daresay that handlers have to be in better shape than the average SWAT cop because they (the handler) is often running through the dark every night chasing his/her dog who is chasing a suspect.  Then the handler has to be able to fight once the suspect is located.  Imagine running three miles and then getting into a fight for your life.  You need a lot of cardio work to get ready for that.

I'd suggest being involved in sports and finding a local explorer unit to join would be the best two things to do now.  College classes are completely up to you.  Other than certain federal agencies, I'm not aware of any department that requires any specific major or classes in college.

If someone has an inappropriate video of you, can they get in trouble?

Asked by Devina over 10 years ago

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

Would a Detective wear street clothes to a crime scene or would he/she wear full blue police uniform?

Also, would a detective wear street clothes at the office (Police Station) or wear a full blue police uniform?

Thanks in advance

Asked by edwurd almost 11 years ago

Except in unusual circumstances (police funeral, working a disaster, etc.) a detective never wears a uniform.  They typically wear business attire.