Jason Hoschouer is a law enforcement officer with an agency in the San Francisco Bay area in California. In addition to patrolling the streets as a motor officer, Hoschouer helps fellow LEOs with financial coaching through his company, GPS Financial Coaching. Hoschouer’s column on Police1 covers everything from motors to monies, from britches to budgets. Jason has been blogging under the pseudonym “Motorcop” at motorcopblog.com since 2008 and was also a columnist for American COP Magazine for several years.
Before you go “Code 3” and activate your emergency lights and toggle that siren on, here are six things to consider
Being aware of less obvious mechanical violations, in addition to the easier to recognize violations, will increase your knowledge and ability to contact
All too often, cops become reliant on overtime and yet we still feel like we’re living paycheck-to-paycheck
We focus a lot of attention on what happens during the pursuit, but what about after?
If you're tired of living with the OT cycle – spending more because you've worked more, which only causes you to have to work more – then read on
There are many reasons a police officer may decide to move between agencies, but what should you consider before changing departments?
We are inundated with reminders about our physical health. But, our financial health is of utmost importance, too
As police officers, we have taken an oath to serve and protect. These simple steps can have a great impact on holding true to that oath
When this source of struggle in your personal life is no longer an issue, you can be more effective on the job
Officers who work motor patrol have to document traffic collisions far more frequently than officers working directed patrol or other police duties, but at any time you may be called to this task
A driver's attitude and history can influence the decision to issue a ticket as much as traffic conditions and the infraction itself
If you find yourself in debt and you’re contributing to deferred comp as well, you need to refocus your approach
Sovereign citizens fancy themselves outside of the laws of the land and don’t recognize the legitimacy of the U.S. government
What could you accomplish professionally if you weren’t trapped with one agency or another? What if you could make the money you make now work harder for you?
Whether you're driving Code 3 or in a pursuit, remember to slow down when clearing intersections, don’t forget to breathe and beware of tunnel vision
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