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Jason
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As an 8th grader, how can I prepare in advance to be nice when I am a police officer?
I am an 8th grader in middle school
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Michael Branham
Retired 40 plus years Officer to Chief (Director/Constable, as well).
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Peoria, Arizona
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Hi, Jason. That is an exceptional question! Nice is probably the incorrect term for what you might be looking for. Police Officers are most often by their very nature, people who want to make a real difference in their communities and those who are the best learn to be FAIR and to EARN the respect of others everyday through their positive words and deeds.
We are a nation of laws and the police, through their EXECUTIVE branch service fairly and effectively carry out the enforcement of the laws our legislative branch put into place. Because of that, law enforcement serves to ensure that those laws are enforced without bias, favoritism or greed.
You can only police when those YOU serve support the notion that their local/state/country/federal officers are earning that trust everyday through both the service they provide and through the shared goal of making us all safe while abiding by all rules, regulations and constitutionally mandated provisions that LIMIT what and how officers do their work.
In short, it's not about being liked (although that is great when that occurs), but is about both being respected for what we do as well as HOW WE DO IT and how well we show respect for others.
The police frequently see people at their worst possible moments and most often must be able to show empathy and concern while carrying out the mandates of the law. No one starts out the day wanting a traffic citation, an arrest or a visit from officers after something terrible happens, but each day that is what we do.
When you work to make sure that RESPECT is the cornerstone for what you do, most people will see that as a positive.
Make a point to meet an officer in your neighborhood, learn to see them as a person and in kind, they will see you as a good one as well.
Best Wishes, Mike
We are a nation of laws and the police, through their EXECUTIVE branch service fairly and effectively carry out the enforcement of the laws our legislative branch put into place. Because of that, law enforcement serves to ensure that those laws are enforced without bias, favoritism or greed.
You can only police when those YOU serve support the notion that their local/state/country/federal officers are earning that trust everyday through both the service they provide and through the shared goal of making us all safe while abiding by all rules, regulations and constitutionally mandated provisions that LIMIT what and how officers do their work.
In short, it's not about being liked (although that is great when that occurs), but is about both being respected for what we do as well as HOW WE DO IT and how well we show respect for others.
The police frequently see people at their worst possible moments and most often must be able to show empathy and concern while carrying out the mandates of the law. No one starts out the day wanting a traffic citation, an arrest or a visit from officers after something terrible happens, but each day that is what we do.
When you work to make sure that RESPECT is the cornerstone for what you do, most people will see that as a positive.
Make a point to meet an officer in your neighborhood, learn to see them as a person and in kind, they will see you as a good one as well.
Best Wishes, Mike
Chiamaka O
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Chiamaka’s Answer
To become a good police officer, focus on developing strong communication skills, empathy, and a commitment to community service. Never forget why you wanted to be a police officer and make sure to be fair in your judgment