I want to be cop, and Im thinking about becoming corrections officer first for two years is that a bold move?
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No not really, because it would make a good transition as far as the career goes. I thought about it too but i decided not to do the corrections part. but i still have a few years before i can be a cop. it's your choice, but it is a good transition. you get to see both aspects of the law.
708195
yes, talk to a recruiter and pick a job feild because local officers may have the atthority to temp. waive said violations, but it depends on the case,then keep your nose clean becase your past stays in your jacket,
693516
Yes many police department will see this as a plus.\n\nMost of the better departments will require a college degree. To get into the FBI you will have to have one. FBI would rather see an accounting degree, computer programing and simular degrees.\n\nEven within police departments, many are looking more at mangement degrees over criminal justice degrees,  but a degree for any advancement and gettinghired in a good department is almost a must.
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YOU GO GIRL! It really depends - what state you live in and if youre willing to move out of state...\n\nThis was the field I wanted to get into. I went to college, asked the counselors what courses to take. They told me to take Administration of Justice, so I did. I now have a BS in Crim Justice - but that wasnt what I needed to do forensic work! DO NOT listen to your counselors...they are morons. You need to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Get a degere in one of those, then you can apply with the FBI...better than a regular forensic specialist in the field...\n\nLive my dream - Im too old to now!
881592
Wow, seems like an easy choice. BE A COP.
466363
You can just go to the police station and ask. Or talk to one when they pull you over. \n My mother has been a cop for almost 23 yrs. When you reach 14 yrs of age you can become a Explore (which is like a cop in training)  I use to be one. This gives you the experience and the knowledge you need to become a cop. Just ask your local station if they have this program! (Explores program)       Most do! Good luck!
425343
I wouldn't hold my breath if i were you... Even if you wait 10 years, law enforcement is a very popular field right now and why would they hire someone with a criminal record when there are tons of qualified applicants who do not have one?  I'd find a backup career path if I were you.
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Most people with a bachelor in criminal justice become police officers. But I have a friend that is planning on going into the fbi, (which is hot). I'm sure you could also go to law school and become a lawyer with that degree as well. Also, you could probably become a probation officer.
360404
Yes - to become an officer, you need a college degree.
1053516
I just got my bachelor's in criminal justice. If you're into it, you can go to police academy and get in some sort of police department or work for a prison or jail. I'm going for my masters because I don't want to do law enforcement. It seems that law enforcement is all you can do with an associates or bachelors. It's a great degree though. I love it. Good luck!
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I don't know how old you are or how long you were in Real Estate which would make a difference. Are you the type of person that jumps from one job to another because you get bored easily?\n\nRead your last sentence again. I don't think you know what your passion is yet. You say "encourage me". If being a police officer was your true passion no one could discourage you. OR encourage you to go in to a "business opportunity". \n\nWhat is your personal life? Are you alone, married, kids? These are considerations too. I thing you should think this out further. If you don't have any other responsibilities apply for the police academy and see what happens.\n\nBelieve me, you are in a career a long time and a large portion of your life, so it had better be your passion. Or you will will be miserable. It's a shame when you get out of bed in the morning and you dread going to work............Think this over and good luck to you on your decision.......
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Well, I guess this is something you should have thought of before you decided to become a criminal.  As for getting approved after four months, it's pretty simple.  Don't cause any problems while you are in prison.  Take a prison job or get job training if it is offered.  Whether or not you get paroled is up to you and the actions you decide to do while in there. And comprehend that you are in there because of something you did, do not try to make yourself out to be some victim jailed for no reason.
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a degree in criminal justice will definetly get u there (dats wut i am studying) however it does varies depending on where u live, here in houston to become a police officer u must have 42hrs of college n b over 21, once u bcome a police officer u can shift postions from probation officer to school patroling
322016
i would get a criminology degree from college if i were you because you will have more opportunties and then go to police academy...but i dont think a college degree is neccessary
115927
No.  I would rather be working in the field of Criminal Justice, which is what I am studying to do.
936597
you could become involved in law enforcement. you could work for the city as a police officer or for the state as a DPS officer (aka highway partrol- thats what my dad is and he has worked his way up to SWAT and the EOD (bomb squad) and he absolutely loves  his job).  I dont know how the crime is there so being in law enforcement might not be that fun).
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Depending on the police department that you want to be a police officer for. I have seen police officers with simple assualt convictions on their record, BUT you haven't been convicted yet! Get yourself a good attorney, it would be well worth the money!