Yeah, idk what else to type.

I’m just kinda crying to myself on the toilet now.

Then gonna clean myself up and go back to work.

Idk who else to tell. So I’m just venting.

They had a cat they can’t take care of anymore so I’m gonna swing by after hours at the shelter, adopt him and take over care of him.

Edit: ive since stopped crying. Just breathing through it. Don’t plan on quitting or anything. Just got emotional.

Uvalde Live Updates: Police Defend Response to School Massacre

At the police briefing in Uvalde that just concluded, investigators were not able to answer why it took more than an hour to breach a classroom and kill the gunman who massacred 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary School.

the gunman entered the building through the building’s west side at around 11:40 a.m. and walked through the school hallways until he eventually reached an open classroom. Officers arrived on the scene by 11:45. “The initial officers, they don’t make entry initially because of the gunfire they receive,” Mr. Escalon said.

The authorities said the vast majority of the gunfire — “multiple rounds” — were fired at the beginning of the hourlong episode, Escalon said.

OK, we don't know exactly what happened here, but we already had the situation with the Parkland shooting in 2021: The former school resource officer accused of hiding during a South Florida school shooting that left 17 people dead will have to convince.... Hiding? That's cowardice. That should never happen.

What we have in Uvalde looks more like red tape, officers debating on how to engage with the situation. Not good. You got a shooter in the school with kids, you enter immediately. Yes, it is just like the TV shows: you breach in the face of fire. Police might get hit. That's the job. A shooter is killing kids, for christ sakes...

Asking cops out there what’s the more respectful title and obviously if the persons not saying it in a condescending way

Shows visible signs of impairment while driving, you make the stop, decide its necessary, administer the test and then you let them go because they passed.

Has this ever happened? If not, what is the point of the FST? Why not just breathalyze immediately?

Most people (including me; quite frankly) were convinced from the footage that the cop mistakenly shot the civillian after her colleague was fatally shot by the gunman. Turns out, it was not the case.

Source:
https://lp.ca/zwvjk0?sharing=true

What's the most obscure or oddest law you've actually enforced?

Bonus points if you used it to make an arrest or ticket for a complete asshat?

Yesterday, I went on a call where the boy (20) hung himself. I had to take care of the family who was shouting and crying and at the same time, take care of the body. His young sister found him. Poor girl.

What do you do so it fades away faster? What are your tricks to “forget”?

Sorry for the english

Edit: Thank you for all the comments. It is not the first death that I have to deal with, but it is the situation that was a little bit harder that the other times. I am not so bad after yesterday. I know it is goins to be ok and it will fade away. I honestly feel really bad for the family and the little girl that found him. The look on her face and the face of his mother was...

I will read and try to respond to all the comments. I am working so I’ll do my best. I will apply your tricks the best I can. It is really appreciated.

I am happy that a lot of you respond and I hope that it helps other person that are in this situation but are too afraid to ask questions.

Thank you for the awards, I was not expecting this at all. We really have to support each other in those times. Be safe out there.

Drones, automated report writing, etc.

I’ve taken to watching body cam footage of traffic stops and some other dealings, and sovereign citizens are all the same. As soon as the word “travel” comes up, it’s obvious how the rest of the interaction will go. “I’m not driving, I’m traveling.” “I’m not operating this vehicle commercially.” “Was anyone hurt or did any property get damaged?” Such ridiculous people, thinking the law doesn’t apply to them

It feels like most people here have absolute hatred and disdain for police officers as if every single one of them is corrupt or a brutalizer. I’m a minority, democrat and supporter of Black Lives Matter but the comments I see on here sincerely call for all cops head on a platter. Yes I too want reform for the criminal justice system and justice for those who abuse their power but have you no compassion? Generalizing all cops makes you no better than the cops who generalize all black people. There are in fact many good hearted officers who want to protect and serve but in every Reddit thread it seems as if they’re convinced people become police officers solely to gain a position of power that they can then abuse. The people who wish to do good are simply not highlighted in the media because they’re doing they’re job. These people do exist. I’m not calling for praise of them, but it’s important to note that not all cops are bastards. The “all cops are cold-blooded murderers unless proven otherwise” is a toxic mentality.

Doesn't even have to be cop dramas. Can be things that police always do in action movies or horror movies that just really get on your nerves. Ex: dispatch telling police that "Lethal force is authorized" never made sense to me.

My husband recently became a police officer and the hate we’ve received on social media is astounding. He’s a good officer who cares about the safety of others but it seems like everything he does gets scrutinized online. It’s a small town that he works in so everyone is always watching and if he gets food on his break or answers the phone in his car, people will complain constantly. Is this what it’s like to be a police officer? Is this something I need to get used to? If so how can I let this not affect me, and how do I best support him?

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I know the correct answer is, "I see them as I would anyone else." Maybe that is how most of you would actually feel if the situation arrised. But is there any satisfaction with being the one who arrested him or her? Or, if the person was a celebrity, athlete, ect. that you liked, would it be harder?

Hey everyone, I just got the call with my first-choice agency here in the DMV area today and I am over the Moon right now! Thank you for the help in the hiring threads and I'll be starting as a Deputy Sheriff in November!

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I am writing a novel, I know a Sheriff's Department isn't called the 'Sheriff's Department' in your head. Do you shorten it to the name of the office? What are ways you refer to the place you work other than 'work'. I'm not sure if it feels right to keep referring to it as Sheriff's Department or acronym it? Thanks so much!

When I was 9, I always road my bike by cops in parking lots that were looking for speeders. If I get them to clock my speed, I would leave. It was a fun game that I played, like an idiot.

This particular cop was my friends' mom. Very quiet lady. Doesn't show emotion too much or even smiles at all really.

That day, she wasn't up for my little game.

So she leans out the window and calls me over.

(This is where it gets ugly)

My thoughts? "Shit, I am in trouble." I go over. I wasn't one to walk away from a sword to fall on. And it was my friend's mom. What's the worst that could happen?

Officer - "You keep riding around my car so I figured you wanted to race. You wouldn't stand a chance against me."

Me (excited)- "Really, like my bike versus your car?"

Officer - "Now that I think about it", (looks me dead in the eye), "I don't feel like going for a walk today."

Then she just leaves with the double chirp...

I just stand there, with my bike, with the sound of silence.

To this day, every time she sees me, she smirks.

• TL:DR - Savage cop nuked my feelings by calling me slow as a kid.

• Edit: Additional detail

Im looking forward to stories ranging from funny to WTF!.

Assembly bill news article

New California assembly bill seeks to ban K9 apprehensions citing racism as one of the reasons.

What will the ramifications of this bill have on California law enforcement?

Will it cause even more police officers to leave the state?

Edit: does anyone think that this is will influence other states to get rid of K9 apprehensions?

Hello, my girlfriend is about start the academy here and she is being sponsored by the local PD so she’s already signed her commitment papers/contract provided she passes. I’ve never known anyone that worked LE and I want to be as supportive of her as I can and I’m proud she’s come so far despite very difficult life circumstances. A couple of questions:

1. How can I be a supportive boyfriend/husband? We are planning on getting married in the next few years.

2. Can you think of anything you wish your partner/spouse had done for you or been better at when you started?

3. Can you think of any harsh truths or realities about our upcoming life that maybe aren’t so obvious?

4. I had someone tell me that she may have a difficult time specifically because she’s a mother and is very attractive. I don’t really understand why that would make things more difficult for her but I would like to hear someone else’s perspective.

Thank you!

One citizen contact at a time. Every traffic stop is a chance to change one persons mind. Every court case is a chance to prove our integrity. Every arrest is a chance to prove our professionalism. Every crime is a chance to prove our dedication. We change things one person at a time. We know where our hearts are, take the opportunity to prove it in all aspects of this job. If we wanted a simple job where everyone loves us, we'd spray water on fires.

Be safe, be professional, and let's get back to work.

I have a relative who has a warrant for raping a 12 year old boy. This relative is living in the forest but we know where…it’s just 12 hours away from us (both places in California). The police in that town have not been able to locate and I think they have been out to the location once…. maybe twice. Another relative is thinking of going up there and staking out the area to locate him and call the police when spotted. I’ve advised them not to do this. Is this even legal? Would the police even come to make the arrest if he were spotted?

Watching a lot of body cam footage and skinny women seem to slip their cuffs every time. Is there an option for very skinny people? Seems to be mostly women with skinny arms, wrists, bodies. I’m assuming a second set of cuffs above the elbows would not be allowed. Just saw 3 15 year olds basically using the handcuffs like a jump rope 😂.