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Post by the moose on Jul 1, 2003 12:50:15 GMT -5
If someone can help me out here. When I was a juvenile I was arrested for shoplifting. How bad will this affect my chances of being hired as a police officer.
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Post by DaveTO on Jul 1, 2003 17:49:05 GMT -5
how old are you now?
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Post by the moose on Jul 1, 2003 19:54:28 GMT -5
I'll be 25 in Oct., also a veteran from the Army, and will have my bachelor in Law Enforcement in Dec.
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Impy
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Post by Impy on Jul 1, 2003 20:59:58 GMT -5
From what I've read, this shouldn't prevent you from a career from L.E. as long as you disclose the information in the background phase.
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Post by Charlie on Jul 8, 2003 20:57:38 GMT -5
Moose--
It will depend upon the following factors:
* How long ago was the arrest?
* The totality of the circumstances surrounding your arrest? (what was taken and how much was it worth?)
* The department you're applying with for a job.
Departments differ on their hiring standards and qualifications. So, it would be best to discuss you particular situation with a recruiter from whatever department you decide to apply with for a position.
My best guess is it MAY not be a real issue but as suggested previously, make sure you disclose the information on your background appropriately. You can bet they'll check up on this issue in your past.
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Charlie
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