Career questions tagged law-enforcement
There are multiple different types of law enforcement careers. Police officers, support positions, FBI are the most popular, but there are much more. Read more Show less
When graduating university how difficult is it to find a job and how long does it take to get one?
I'm a 12th-grade senior, who's about to go into Cal Poly, Pomona, and I'm worried about how the work industry is going to be when I finish up with university. I am going to major in criminology, so I am looking into law-enforcement. But I want to know how difficult it is to get a job in this area after university.
What is the best way to work for the TSA or Homeland security after I graduate?
I am starting later in life but I would like to pursue a career in law enforcement what is the best way for doing so?
is security a good career path that branches off into police work ?
security might be an interest for me but I'm not sure what security can lead to as a career
What is the best path to become a police officer? #spring26
How much college and training should I try to do before I start testing to become one? Is policing a good career path? #Spring26
What is one of the most challenging things being a Criminal Investigator?
I am majoring in Criminal Justice, and I want to become a Criminal Investigator, and I want too know things that are challenging, and hard.
Would anyone be willing to answer the questions for this quick written interview for my school assignment?
Would anyone would be willing to answer a few questions about their job in the legal field? I am a student at Purdue Global in LS100. I would need to use your name to submit to the professor of my class so she knows who I spoke with. I've included the questions below. Feel free to skip any questions you don't have time for- I'd be deeply grateful for any insight you can provide! 1. What are the educational requirements for your job? 2. On a typical workday, which task is the most frequent one to take up your time, and what would be a misconception about what a legal worker actually does? 3. Without disclosing any confidential or sensitive information, what is one type of ethical problem you encountered in your job and how have you resolved the problem? 4. What are the best aspects of your job and the worst aspects (if any)? 5. Did you have another career path in mind, and if so, what made you choose the legal route? 6. What do you hope to achieve in the future in your career? 7. Are there any particular systemic problems you have seen in your field in general? 8. Do you find balancing work and other obligations challenging, and if so, what methods do you use to balance work and other life obligations? 9. If you could say one thing to someone considering this path, what would it be? 10. If you had the ability to instantly fix one problem in your field, what would it be? 11. What is one rewarding memory from your job?
How do I get a "ride along" with my local police department?
I am very interested in getting into the law enforcement career field. What would be the best way to coordinate and do a "ride along" with my local police department? I would like to get a little experience before I commit to that being my career.
What is it like working in Law-Enforcement and what are some tips that I can use starting now in middle school to make it to my goal of joining?
Hi, My name is Irenne. I have been interested in Law-Enforcement since I was 5, I watch many crime documentaries and as well as shows that have anything that has to do with crime (like Batman and S.W.A.T). I am very interested in helping the world be better and away from danger, Just like how my dad and uncle's risk their life everyday. I look up to people who are kind and caring of the well being of others. Everyday is a challenge but I would love to go home with a sense of victory and peace.
What are the actual benefits of becoming a police officer?
Dear professionals, I am in the 8th grade and want to become a police officer. When I was thinking about it, I was wondering what are some real benefits from becoming a police officer that could actually be able to help me in life. There are risks to becoming a police officer I’m just concerned if they are worth it. Police officers risk their lives every day and I want to know what they get in return and if it is worth the risk. If you are able to respond to my question please do and thank you.
How do I prepare myself if I want to be a police officer ?
Hi,I am a student in crane middle school and I had couple of questions about preparing myself if I wanted to become a police officer. One question I have is what is the hardest thing about preparing yourself to become a police officer. Second question I have is what will I have to do to get in a police academy. What kind of training do I have to do. How many people do police officers save every day. Do a lot of police officers get emotional about their saves. Thank you for helping me with my questions Have a great day
What are good schools to go play baseball at and get a degree in business?
Hello, I am Rylan and I am a 8th grader at Crane Middle School in Yuma Arizona. what are some good colleges for baseball even if it’s a junior college or a D1 college. Can you give me some advice or a routine I should start doing now so it can help me in high school and college. I want to know what college baseball practices look like so I can start preparing for them in high school. I would like to study business or law and justice in college. I would like to know some good colleges for this. I am asking this question becuase i have been playing baseball for a very long time and want to play professionally. I would like to study either one of these in case baseball doesn’t work out. Sincerely, Rylan
What is the difference between sheriff and a police officer?
Hi my name is Daimyan I am 13 and also go to crane middle school. I live in Yuma Arizona and when I grow up I want to join law enforcement but I cant decide what’s the difference between a sheriff deputy vs a police officer if you have any responses i am glad to hear your answers.
I'm interested in going into law enforcement are there any specific science classes I should take my senior year?
What sciences classes should I take my senior year?
Can a person with ADHD become a detective?
I'm 17 years old, and I've planned on entering law enforcement for years now, hoping to become a detective that works specifically on a special victims unit. However, I was diagnosed with both ADHD and ODD back when I was in 1st grade. I'm currently on medication for both. I've heard online that people with ADHD aren't legally allowed to own firearms, which is necessary for a police officer/detective. Is this true? Will this affect my ability to enter my dream career? I really don't want to have to find a fallback career after focusing on this path and curating all of my clubs/elective courses purely on law enforcement.
I'm Intersted in State Law Enforcement, What does a day to day process look like for a State Trooper?
I am a resident in Maryland im currently intersted in State Law Enforcement such as the Maryland State Police what does that day to day outlook for a state trooper and how does that training look like. Addionanlily im intersted in some type of Federal Law Enforcement such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation or the Department of Homeland Securities sub departments like Custom and Border Protection, Federal Protective Services and or Immigration Customs Enforcement. How is that process in becoming one of those officers and what is a day to day look like as well.
I want to go into Law Enforcement as another profession if thats either State, Local, or Millitary. What are some tips and helpful suggestions that I could bring into the field and something I can know before going into the field?
More Information about the field. Education about the field. What should I start with first or where will I get the most experience. Salary Range for this career in the State of Maryland or Washington D.C.
What skills are the most valuable in order to become a Crime Scene Investigator?
I am a 17 year old Senior In High School and with graduation right around the corner It is now the time to focus on my career. I know I want to go into the field of Law Enforcement however I do not want to have to go through the police academy. I've taken college courses and classes that focus on Forensics and Criminal Procedures which has led me to want to become a CSI but what do I need to obtain in order to achieve that goal.
How do I find internships that are 100% focused on what I want to do in life instead of them just brushing the surface What if after the internship I decide the field of study is not for me??
I'm interested in a career focused on Federal investigations, specifically psychological analytics. I would really like to be able to experience what it would be like however I'm worried I wont be able to find an internship that covers the crucial experience I need to know this field of study is truly for me.
For professionals in law enforcement: What helped you sustain long-term commitment to such a demanding field? Were there any moments when you seriously considered pivoting to a different industry, and if so, what factors influenced your decision to stay or transition?
I’m a high school senior determined to pursue a career in federal law enforcement. I’ve explored other paths, including corporate experiences with PepsiCo and a film production company, but realized law enforcement truly aligns with my interests and focus areas. I’m currently interning with the Dallas Police Department, where shadowing detectives and sergeants has given me a real look at the dedication and time the field demands. Seeing this firsthand has shown me that reaching the federal level, like the FBI, will take resilience, focus, and a long-term commitment—but it’s a challenge I’m ready to take on.
What are tips or advice you would give someone who is entering CSI?
additional questions I have are, what are your experiences working in crime scene investigation? What are some difficulties you may find yourself going through when investigating a scene?
Will this career I've chosen fulfill my purpose in life When I face this challenge, will I come out of it transformed into something completely different? Wherever life takes me, will there still be enough of who I am now that I would be proud of the person I've become??
My name is Joshua. I am interested in majoring in criminal justice because my family members deal with law enforcement. This is something i’m very excited about and open to becoming in my future.
If I were to go into some form of law enforcement or first responder occupation, how would I continue to grow professionally and mentally, and persevere in a field that can seem mentally and physically draining and taxing?
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to look at this and making this scholarship even possible! I am currently a senior in High School. After I graduate, I plan on attending college to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice. I have already taken courses on Cybercrime, Terrorism Psychology, and Forensic Science. #Fall25
What major would be best as a backup to become a law enforment officer?
Id like to minor in criminology and criminal justice but im not sure what I should major in as a general backup. I cant see myself doing anything other than being in law enforcement, but a major to help as a backup if something goes bad would help!
A few questions I have for agents working in Law Enforcement.
1. How long have you been a Law Enforcement officer? 2. How did you become interested in this career? 3. What is your educational background? 4. Was your education adequate or were there areas in which you needed additional training? 5. What do you like most about your work? 6. What would you change about your job if you had the opportunity? 7. What skills do you wish you possessed when you started this job? 8. What tasks does a typical workday consist of for you? 9. What advice would you give someone starting out in this field? 10. Is there any other information you believe would be helpful?
Should I pursue a career in Forensics if it is largely considered to be unscientific?
Hello, I am a freshman in community college, and I've been recently more intrigued in pursuing Forensics in school and as a career choice. I was feeling pretty good about it, but then after doing some more research online, it seems to be that most of what makes up Forensics is quite unreliable when it comes to actually applying science to criminal justice. Such as DNA analysis being unreliable, ballistics and things like threads from clothing being unreliable. I haven't looked much deeper into the reasoning for these claims yet, but I will say that they make me feel quite discouraged from pursuing a career that took a lot of thought to decide on. I still have time to change direction, but I would love to hear any possible advice about the validity of claims like this, and what I should maybe do going forward. Thank you in advance!
When it is a typical day at work being a detective and criminal investigator (when you wake up, how do you get to work, what are your responsibilities at work, when you go home, etc.)?
This question is for my family and community class,is a project and I need help
Steps for a probation officer job ?
What are steps after highschool to become a probation officer in San Jose.
How much are you outside?
How much do you get to go outdoors and be with nature as a game warden
What made you want to start doing your job, and what makes you look forward to being a game warden?
I was wondering what made you want to be a game warden