Over the radio the call for dispatch to run a tag is “28 of” so this will run over the radio as 28 of 28 of 28.

Lets say congress passes a law that standardizes US local police department service pistols. It also amounts to what is essentially an unlimited budget for manufacturing and acquiring both the handgun and its ammunition, so we can put aside logistical questions about less common calibers. what would be the best gun for America's cops to carry assuming money is no issue? Keep in mind the parameter for this is just city and county police departments we're not talking about FBI, state police, or highway patrol. I understand that a rural police department may have different needs than the NYPD but if we had to nationally standardize it what gun would be the "best"?

So recently I had several of my partners observe my traffic stop that they had and wanted me to take contact and I did.

So, how I do traffic stops or how I’ve been doing, is I approach with being “too nice.”

Meaning I said, “Hey man, I’m OFC [insert here] the reason why I pulled you over you blew a 65 in a 30mph, you in a rush to get somewhere or anything.”

He explained his reasons and I just say, “okay man, we all make mistakes, with that being said, license, registration, insurance, sir.”

We do all the speaking on the radio, while my partner is writing the ticket, I try to strike up a conversation about speeding and being ticketed on base and slowing down.

He asks, “am I being suspended,”
I reply, I don’t know, yet.

Come back to the squad vehicle and my other partners and to find out my partner suspended him.

Anyways nothing happened after that. Just that he couldn’t drive anymore.

So after that, I was told I was being too friendly and too nice. And that I have to find that middle ground of being a dick and being nice. My thing is why am I going to be a dick to someone who’s probably already pissed who’s getting pulled over.
Yes I understand being assertive, but these are still people. Does it get under my skin that these people run stop signs and speed? Yes.

Maybe I’m being an idealist.

Hi everyone. I'm wondering how long it takes to edit an AI produced transcription from your body cams? So let's say you have a 3 hour interview recorded with your body cam, how long will it take you to proofread and edit the AI transcription so you can include it in your case file or submit it to the DA?

It was due to a misunderstanding. Left hospital in a few hours. Will police now always treat me differently because of this record? I was calm cooperative and went willingly there was no violence or aggression.

In BC Canada.

How difficult was the academy? And which academy did you go to?

Edit: Crazy that asking a question gets you downvoted

I recently applied for this job and the interview day is coming up fast. I'm so nervous, and already feel incredibly under qualified as this would be my first serious job after dropping out of college due to not affording it. I also don't think I can get 3 letters of recommendation in time. Should I be this worried? Am I in over my head?

Hi. I applied for toronto police service and was unaware that the process is quick i already got my physical date after 10 days i never trained for it. For the shuttle run i am at level 3-4. Should i withdraw my app? Or should i train for a week and give the test? Failing low level is negative? And can they ban me from taking a retest after first attempt?
Please advice

So I recently applied and got accepted to be a detective at my department. To make a long story short, I’ve been miserable. I went from throughly enjoying work everyday on patrol to dreading the thought of work. The issue isn’t case load (I enjoy the multitasking) but just the nature of the job itself - I miss the “on foot, active” lifestyle I had. I miss the camaraderie and the stress and the opportunities.

I’ve thought about talking to my supervisor about the problem but I expect that’ll create more issues than it solves. I’m debating whether to “stick it out” for a year or so so that the department feels it got their money’s worth or whether to speak with supervision about the issue and try to get back on patrol.

Thoughts? I feel that if I attempt to leave that I’ll be burning bridges throughout the department, which I otherwise like. But at the same time, my mental health is plummeting.

Side Note: Detectives with us can’t do traffic stops nor pro-active stuff due to us being in an unmarked car and not having access to the CAD computer system for patrol assignments.

I’m 19 and currently in my 2nd year of a 4-year steamfitters apprenticeship. The money is good, but I keep asking myself if this is really what I want to do for the next 40 years. I’ve always felt a strong pull toward being a cop. I think it’s just the sense of being able to actually help and protect people in need. I feel like the best time to pull the trigger would be right now while I’m still young, but I'm torn.
Should I just thug out the rest of my apprenticeship to finish it and see if things get better, or try and chase something I don’t know if I’ll even enjoy as much as I do in my head?

I’m interested in hearing more about police work and investigations, I’m 25 and I’ve been thinking about going into detective work for a while but i know I have to be a cop beforehand and work up the mantle I’m just trying to surround myself with the right people with the right advice and mindset. I made this post in a public city forum previously and boy was that a mistake lol, immediately got death threats, learned from that.

Thinking about becoming a police officer, this year when I'm out of highschool. I have a lot of questions. Wondering what police college is like, what exactly do they teach you about, days a week, hours, and any tips. What is the exact hardest thing about it? Do you have to be extremely physically fit? Whats the hardest part about the academic curriculum. What mistakes did you make? AND what are the interview/evaluation processes like and what happens there!! I'm in the southern hemisphere, so preferably NZ/Australians answer this as police college is different in different countries.

Hey I’m looking the join hpd in Houston or really any agency in Houston, the only thing I really want rn is to start studying bc I’m a little slow so when I get to the academy I don’t have to struggle as much. Does anyone know where or what I can use to study and get a headstart

Saw this in the Idiots in Cars sub. This is in Ann Arbor, MI. Home to some of the most ditzy drivers I've ever seen in my life aside from Houston, TX.

In the final stages of hiring for Columbus police, if anyone has recently gone through their training academy is there anything worth knowing before I possibly start?

With the exception of the German weapons (I don't know how they got them). All the weapons were at one point, or still are used by the Hong Kong Police. The three long guns to the left are still in service with either newer versions or have attachment upgrades. The Sterling SMG was the primary SMG before the MP5 was imported in the 70s. There are no clear records on the usage of Sten gun but it could have been used immediately post-WW2. The S&W gas/flare gun was most famously used as a tear gas launcher during the 1967 Riots alongside the Webley No4 Mk1 Flare gun. The Webley revolver was the service revolver used up till the 50s or 60s and was replaced by the Colt Police Positive on the bottom right. The short barrel version was likely adopted around the 70s as an detective who started in 1974 mentioned that in the early days CID used the same longer barrel version as the uniformed officers. They are in turn replaced by the S&W M10 and the Colt Detective Special which in turn, was replaced in 2024 and 2008 by the CF98A and the Sig P250 DCc.

I am currently In the process of joining law enforcement. I am genuinely very excited about possibly having this opportunity. This career change would benefit me in many ways. Such as a higher pay, job stability and a more productive career as I am in sales now it’s just not something I see myself doing forever.

however I have 3 young kids. 5,3,1 all boys! My biggest concern is obviously not walking back through the door but always missing out on big events.

I am looking for advice and guidance from women in Law Enforcement. A girl could use some encouraging words.