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While it is not an easy time to be a police officer in America, there are many reasons why you stay in law enforcement
Read about retired Deputy Sheriff Teresa Fitzgerald’s successful transition from law enforcement to the private sector, as told by author and police veteran Colin Whittington
“It gives individuals one site to go to where they can look for jobs, versus going to individual departments and looking at their websites,” said Vandalia Police Chief Kurt Althouse
The move comes as New Orleans struggles to cope with a diminishing force, low morale and increased response times
A veteran LEO reminds a young officer to always remember those responders who remained constant, controlled and calm in the midst of chaos
“Nice try, East Point Police. B+ for effort! Thanks for playing,” the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office wrote
The officers, who work as plant managers performing tasks like emptying the trash, will now instead return to regular enforcement duties
The new guidelines are “designed to help make policing a more compelling career path for women,” acting Attorney General Matthew Platkin said
“The officers here, they work hard, they put their lives in danger,” Lou Ferrigno said
The move comes after an off-duty officer was involved in a shooting incident with two suspected gunmen over the weekend
The clarification comes after Mayor LaToya Cantrell said the cancellation might become a possibility due to officer shortage
Leaders of small departments said rural towns often have more difficulty hiring officers than larger, better-funded cities
U.S. policymakers may want to take note of the approaches adopted by England, Wales and Australia to achieve nationally integrated and intentional police education
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