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Is there any part of the law, you would change? For instance, do you think the posted speed in your area is too slow? For me, I would change parking laws. For example, a person should be able to use a designated handicap spot after a certain time at night when two or more other ones are open.

For whatever reason, I get hit on by two sets of guys. They are tenderonies in their 20s and old daddies in their 60s. Truthfully, neither groups appeal to me. You can have only so much in common with a guy who's more than five years your senior or junior. However, recently, I did meet...

I have always heard being flat footed prevents disqualifies males and females from joining the military. Is this also true of police officers? Or, can a person who enjoys law and order still work in a police department with certain illnesses, but in lesser positions?

Top Ramen is one of those foods everyone eats at least once. It's just cheap enough to tempt anyone who walks buy it in a grocery store. So, the fact people are making all kinds of crazy dishes out of Top Ramen isn't a big surprise. My favorite . . . Top Ramen Burgers. Not a dish, but...

For anyone who feels they hate cops or don't understand how much they serve the public, you should check out the facebook page A Warmer Shade of Blue, A Book about the Good Things Cops Do. Based on this read, there are stories and pictures about exemplary acts committed by police officers. To...

These days, making ends meet isn't always easy. I don't know what police officers make, but I imagine at times they might want to bring in more income. If so, are they allowed to take a second job as long as it doesn't interfere with their work.

I have been working at this office for about six months. The company is old but most of the employees are new. Even the president hasn't been around for more than six months. I didn't know know this coming in as a new hire. This fact along with a few other things makes me worried. I can see...

Let's face facts. Dealing with the public is hard. It's hard to please people you encounter at their worst hour. So, I am wondering if police officers have support groups they can go to for emotional help. Currently, I work in a call center for a state insurance plan. Our members call up...

Does human resources in police stations try to hire people for specific beats that used to be their old neighborhood? I ask this because there's nothing like familiarity to help a person understand another one. The downfall of this process would be arresting a friend. The upside would be...

Do police stations own their own repair shops or hire out for vehicle maintenance? I have never seen a police car out of commission. Yet, I do imagine this occurs from time to time. Fancy British Police Car

I'll never forget this news story about how a cop shot someone's dog while jogging early morning. He was not on duty, but still had his gun. This made me wonder how many cops carry their guns with them off duty. I am sure it's not everyone, but I imagine the percentage is at least 30%.

I was surprised to read an article on how much Internet porn is looked at on the job. To me, work is the most unsexy place in the world. And, when I surf the net, it's usually shopping sites, CNN and forums. Otherwise, I just talk to a neighbor when I feel more like playing than working. Do...

My father was in the military. As a result, he believed in order and discipline. I never remember our home being in disarray or a lot of chaos going on between myself and siblings. However, this is in general the military way of life. I had my share of fun growing up. However, I understood...

Years ago, I was in a horrible car accident. A guy rammed into the back of my vehicle after stealing a cop car. Of course, this incident made the papers and I had to go to court and testify against him. Upon arrival, I saw one of the police officers this guy had tangled with that day. I am...

I live in Washington state. Marijuana is legal here. So, more than ever, people are smoking this drug out in the open. For me, this is a problem. Just as with cigarettes, the smell of marijuana is potent. I hate it. Smokers of marijuana don't seem to get that everyone isn't into their...

According to labor and industry laws, workers are supposed to get two breaks and a lunch during an eight hour shift. Do police officers abide by this policy? I ask because I rarely see officers in uniform at a deli or McDonald's. Then, when I do, they get back into their car and continue...

On the job romance is common. It's natural to be attracted to someone you see on a daily basis. With this said, how common is it for cops to marry each other? Also, if two cops do get married, are they allowed to work in the same unit?

In TV shows such as Common Law, cops who are opposites often end up as partners. At times, they bicker back and forth like cats and dogs. Yet, together, these police officers end up catching the bad guys. I can't imagine this to be true in real life. What is the protocol for partners who can't...

On TV, I only see officers call for back up if they're about to confront a violent criminal. Yet, in real life, I have seen a couple of cop cars on the freeway seemingly dealing with someone who's less than dangerous. So, when do police officers call for back up? :confused:

A relative of mine used to be a security guard. She wore the whole get up, but could not carry a gun. My thoughts were that if something really did happen at her job, she probably would be very limited as to what she could or could not. Her main option would be the same as mine - call the...