The Entitled Ones

It has been my observation of the animal world the most arrogant animal is the cat. Does what it wants, sleep when it wants, will snub you when it wants, will expect to be feed, nurtured and loved, and when its desires and needs are met, they just want to be left alone. Sound like… Continue reading The Entitled Ones

When Should You Call the Police?

Let’s say you are a convenience store clerk working the late shift and you notice this guy who’s in your store for about 20 minutes “browsing” while you wait on customers. Or let’s suppose he is sitting in his vehicle parked away from the front acting suspiciously, or yet again you spot him standing beside… Continue reading When Should You Call the Police?

911 Dispatchers– The True First Responders

I am not taking away the gravity of the risks and uncertainties when the police and fire fighters physically arrive first to emergency scenes. Many of my articles emphasize the potential danger that may be involved that dispatchers do not experience. Some may even think that dispatchers have it easy because they sit in comfortable… Continue reading 911 Dispatchers– The True First Responders

The Case of the Disney Figurine Snatcher

Alright, I’ve got a confession to make. The title is sort of misleading. If you clicked on this article with the expectation of being entertained by drama with thrills and twists, I’m sorry to disappoint you. If you thought you were going to read a Disney style story, accept my apology. To be most transparent,… Continue reading The Case of the Disney Figurine Snatcher

What I’ve Learned From Working Domestic Violence Calls

The very first call with my field training officer as a new cop was a domestic violence call. One of the maintenance men at an apartment complex witnessed a tenant outside of the building slap his wife. I was fresh out of the academy and I have been trained by, who I believe to be,… Continue reading What I’ve Learned From Working Domestic Violence Calls

Funny True Stories in my Department

These stories are 100% true and they fall under the category “You can’t make this stuff up”. These events either happened to me or to some of my fellow officers. I hope you enjoy! On one overnight shift, dispatch gets a call from a frantic lady. She informed us that two dogs were in distress… Continue reading Funny True Stories in my Department

The Dreaded Tone–A Necessary Evil

During our shifts. especially 2nd shift (1445-2300 hours), we officers would expect to hear an audible tone come over our radios at least 2-3 times. It would be loud and would last about three seconds, after which we would get the ten code telling us what type of call it was and the details afterwards. … Continue reading The Dreaded Tone–A Necessary Evil

The Pros of Defunding the Police

THE PROS It would free up some sorely needed funds for  programs in an effort to generate social equity in the minority and urban communities.                                                                                          Photo by Nicole De Khors from Burst  It is argued that if more funds were reallocated to finance housing for the homeless, vocational training  for the unemployed,… Continue reading The Pros of Defunding the Police

Myths of DUI Investigations

The hope is that you never have to experience getting a DUI. Getting arrested for Driving Under the Influence or DWI (Driving while intoxicated) is a pricey activity. Studies show that your first DUI can cost you upwards of $10,000. That is, if you did not hurt anyone in a crash, of course. Most citizens… Continue reading Myths of DUI Investigations

Miranda Warnings (Rights) Exposing the Myths

If you are a fan of shows such as Law and Order, then you are familiar with the following: You have the right to remain silent. If you give up the right to remain silent, anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to… Continue reading Miranda Warnings (Rights) Exposing the Myths