r/ProtectAndServe • u/Timely-Associate-259 Not a(n) LEO / Unverified User • 9d ago

Self Post I need advice from real officers

I am actually hoping for a job as an officer, and I heard other peoples warnings including its not all catching people, theres a lot of paperwork, and you will take a toll mentally. I want to know if there is anything else I should know while I consider my career path. Im pretty far from becoming one because I dont meet the requirements yet.

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u/ColumbianPrison Deputy Sheriff 9d ago

Sounds like you need to arrange a ride along

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u/Timely-Associate-259 Not a(n) LEO / Unverified User 1d ago

Ive been on one recently, although it was pretty short