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Posted: 7/30/2015 1:40:19 PM EDT
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Page 4 on a Hammermill thread
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Posted: 7/30/2015 1:42:23 PM EDT
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[b]I think being a small town cop would be an alright gig.[]/b] No way in hell I would ever want to be a cop in a place where the same people that would expect me to risk my life for them would celebrate if I got killed on duty. That's what I used to think, but I was wrong because IT'S THE SAME EVERYWHERE. So the same species of any chosen wild animal behave differently due to geography? Hell no, they don't. People aren't changed by geography either. |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 1:57:45 PM EDT
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I'll play: Blinky lights Authority Power over someone's future National CCW Traffic laws do not apply Badge bunnies Also, it is a good field to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you. The first part is true for a very small number (I've worked with a couple like that.  ). The second part is a ridiculous, immature assertion.
Fortunately, those described in the first part don't make it a career. Unfortunately, they do a lot of damage along the way. |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 2:06:24 PM EDT
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Not usually a fan of the idea of music lyrics reflecting life, but Within Temptation nails it pretty well as to how I feel about what I do:
Some may call it a curse, a life like mine But others, a blessing It's certainly a lonely life But a fulfilling one at best It's my cross to bear But I bear it gladly Someone has to take a stand against evil Why should it not be me? ----Within Temptation - Why Not Me Lyrics |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 2:23:41 PM EDT
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He is a sovereign citizen. He isn't being sarcastic. You should see his Cardboard Plate collection.. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I'll play: Blinky lights Authority Power over someone's future National CCW Traffic laws do not apply Badge bunnies Also, it is a good field to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you.  Set the record straight - which ones are not benefits? That is false. You're probably being sarcastic. I don't know, I'm gonna go play video games. He is a sovereign citizen. He isn't being sarcastic. You should see his Cardboard Plate collection.. Ahhh, his avatar threw me off. |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 3:42:28 PM EDT
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The pension is still one of the best out there. It's the main recruiting tool used by my department. Without it they'd have a serious problem finding people willing to take the job. |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 3:46:51 PM EDT
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I'll play: Blinky lights Authority Power over someone's future National CCW Traffic laws do not apply Badge bunnies Also, it is a good field to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you. Would the REAL Hammermill please stand up...... Oh shit. If you have had that avatar for more than 2 weeks, I am at fault 
The funny part is, I lol'd at the stolen logo bit, above. Then I scrolled down and was like.... what the fuck did I post here? Sorry - I am removing the avatar as soon as I hit 'submit'. |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 3:50:10 PM EDT
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Oh shit. If you have had that avatar for more than 2 weeks, I am at fault
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I'll play: Blinky lights Authority Power over someone's future National CCW Traffic laws do not apply Badge bunnies Also, it is a good field to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you. Would the REAL Hammermill please stand up...... Oh shit. If you have had that avatar for more than 2 weeks, I am at fault
The funny part is, I lol'd at the stolen logo bit, above. Then I scrolled down and was like.... what the fuck did I post here? Sorry - I am removing the avatar as soon as I hit 'submit'. 
Someone else had the same one as me. I would make it a point to post after him. 
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Posted: 7/30/2015 3:52:36 PM EDT
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I'll play: Blinky lights Authority Power over someone's future National CCW Traffic laws do not apply Badge bunnies Also, it is a good field to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you. Set the record straight - which ones are not benefits? That is false. You're probably being sarcastic. I don't know, I'm gonna go play video games. He is a sovereign citizen. He isn't being sarcastic. You should see his Cardboard Plate collection.. I forget, are you obligated to protect me while I am holding my best Elvis macaroni plate? ...or is protection of the populace outside of your scope? |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 4:06:27 PM EDT
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It's the main recruiting tool used by my department. Without it they'd have a serious problem finding people willing to take the job. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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The pension is still one of the best out there. It's the main recruiting tool used by my department. Without it they'd have a serious problem finding people willing to take the job. You mean like in some southern states where they have a 401k and a prayer? |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 4:17:22 PM EDT
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I GET IT NOW!!!! I've been wondering what a "Hammermill thread" was.... Me too... LOL
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Posted: 7/30/2015 4:24:34 PM EDT
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The pension is still one of the best out there. It's the main recruiting tool used by my department. Without it they'd have a serious problem finding people willing to take the job. You mean like in some southern states where they have a 401k and a prayer? my gold fringe is getting in my eyes while mom vacuums the cat turds out of my discarded hot pocket envelopes.... what the fuck does that joke even mean? I can't see it. Is that a Bon Jovi referance? No one in the South has a 401k, unless you are talking mileage on the Volare. #uppity#yanks |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 4:55:18 PM EDT
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Pension You get to make a positive difference in someone's life occasionally. Pay is not bad if your on the right Dept. Free ammo CON Everyone lies to you. Most people hate you. Hickory shampoo is frowned upon these days. Justice system is a joke.. Same repeat offenders over and over and over for the same stupid stuff. People try to shoot at you occasionally. |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 5:18:01 PM EDT
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-I only work about 150 days a year, and make over $100k. I started at 22 so at 49 I can retire and still make the same salary with health benefits working 0 days a year. -Sometimes you get to do cool, exciting stuff. -If you work smart and are good at risk management, it is not a difficult job and you usually only have to "work" for an hour or two in a 12 hour shift. Con: -Somebody someday might try to kill you just because of the way you're dressed. -A politician or your own employer might someday ruin your life to benefit themselves, even if you've never done anything wrong. -Every party you ever go to people will announce what your job is and then you have to listen to stupid fucking stories about people getting speeding tickets
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Posted: 7/30/2015 5:32:13 PM EDT
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The pension is still one of the best out there. It's the main recruiting tool used by my department. Without it they'd have a serious problem finding people willing to take the job. You mean like in some southern states where they have a 401k and a prayer? That's why you become a cop in NY somewhere like Clarkstown and then retire to the south. |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 5:35:54 PM EDT
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Pro: -I only work about 150 days a year, and make over $100k. I started at 22 so at 49 I can retire and still make the same salary with health benefits working 0 days a year. -Sometimes you get to do cool, exciting stuff. -If you work smart and are good at risk management, it is not a difficult job and you usually only have to "work" for an hour or two in a 12 hour shift. Con: -Somebody someday might try to kill you just because of the way you're dressed. -A politician or your own employer might someday ruin your life to benefit themselves, even if you've never done anything wrong. -Every party you ever go to people will announce what your job is and then you have to listen to stupid fucking stories about people getting speeding tickets
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Posted: 7/30/2015 5:43:45 PM EDT
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That's why you become a cop in NY somewhere like Clarkstown and then retire to the south. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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The pension is still one of the best out there. It's the main recruiting tool used by my department. Without it they'd have a serious problem finding people willing to take the job. You mean like in some southern states where they have a 401k and a prayer? That's why you become a cop in NY somewhere like Clarkstown and then retire to the south. NJ here. And already making plans for down there. 
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Posted: 7/30/2015 5:46:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: NJ here. And already making plans for down there. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: That's why you become a cop in NY somewhere like Clarkstown and then retire to the south. NJ here. And already making plans for down there. Forget retiring. Every cop I know from NY/NJ moved down here to retire, but then started again working again with their experience. New paying jobs + NY/NJ pension = living like kings.
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Posted: 7/30/2015 5:53:37 PM EDT
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Forget retiring. Every cop I know from NY/NJ moved down here to retire, but then started again working again with their experience. New paying jobs + NY/NJ pension = living like kings. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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That's why you become a cop in NY somewhere like Clarkstown and then retire to the south. NJ here. And already making plans for down there. Forget retiring. Every cop I know from NY/NJ moved down here to retire, but then started again working again with their experience. New paying jobs + NY/NJ pension = living like kings. No shift or patrol work. How about an admin one?
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Posted: 7/30/2015 5:54:31 PM EDT
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Pro: -I only work about 150 days a year, and make over $100k. I started at 22 so at 49 I can retire and still make the same salary with health benefits working 0 days a year. -Sometimes you get to do cool, exciting stuff. -If you work smart and are good at risk management, it is not a difficult job and you usually only have to "work" for an hour or two in a 12 hour shift. Con: -Somebody someday might try to kill you just because of the way you're dressed. -A politician or your own employer might someday ruin your life to benefit themselves, even if you've never done anything wrong. -Every party you ever go to people will announce what your job is and then you have to listen to stupid fucking stories about people getting speeding tickets
Do you feel that you are compensated: High adequate low Adequate for the area I live in. We are one of the lowest paying departments and the median home price where I work (but not live) is nearly $1 million. |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 6:28:32 PM EDT
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Adequate for the area I live in. We are one of the lowest paying departments and the median home price where I work (but not live) is nearly $1 million. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Pro: -I only work about 150 days a year, and make over $100k. I started at 22 so at 49 I can retire and still make the same salary with health benefits working 0 days a year. -Sometimes you get to do cool, exciting stuff. -If you work smart and are good at risk management, it is not a difficult job and you usually only have to "work" for an hour or two in a 12 hour shift. Con: -Somebody someday might try to kill you just because of the way you're dressed. -A politician or your own employer might someday ruin your life to benefit themselves, even if you've never done anything wrong. -Every party you ever go to people will announce what your job is and then you have to listen to stupid fucking stories about people getting speeding tickets
Do you feel that you are compensated: High adequate low Adequate for the area I live in. We are one of the lowest paying departments and the median home price where I work (but not live) is nearly $1 million. Median of 1 mil is pretty hefty. Though, I only have a few reference points to compare to. What does your primary call look like? Burglary or DV? Err, other? I just jumped to conclusion there... |
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Posted: 7/30/2015 6:29:48 PM EDT
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FPNI
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Posted: 7/30/2015 6:38:10 PM EDT
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I GET IT NOW!!!! I've been wondering what a "Hammermill thread" was....  me too
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Posted: 7/30/2015 6:47:21 PM EDT
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I GET IT NOW!!!! I've been wondering what a "Hammermill thread" was.... me too
Next time I see that, I'll be one of the cool kids who understands the "hammermill" reference. Yeahhhhh ARFCOM 
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Posted: 7/30/2015 9:13:17 PM EDT
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You know what, Hammermill? I say fuck the haters. You keep on making these awesome threads You know what, Hater, I say fuck the hammermill. You stop making those awful threads... 
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Posted: 7/30/2015 9:59:20 PM EDT
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Ham mu mrrrr
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Posted: 7/31/2015 12:08:21 AM EDT
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That's cool. You may be a good one - in this day and age, it is tough to tell. Can you tell me about victim-less crimes with the same enthusiasm? Give me your top 5 misdemeanor busts to compliment your above statements, when you have a minute. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Many days this job sucks. You never get called because everyone is respecting each other or acting civil. But some days... .....You get to settle a neighbor dispute that was about to blow up but instead each party walks away with their dignity intact and they even start looking out for one another despite their glaringly different backgrounds. ....You get to not only find the bad guy, but are able to make someone whole again by recovering what was taken from them. .....You get to buy a tank of gas for a young woman in her Waffle House uniform who is crying as she pumps the only $5 she has into her beater car with a pair of kids in the back. It's not much to you, but to her it's huge. You get to dream then that maybe, just maybe, she'll think the world isn't so fucked. At least for a little while. ....You get to literally breathe life into a child the same age as your own until the ambulance gets there to really save the day. It doesn't matter that his parents are almost certainly here illegally. You get to walk away knowing that no matter what you've been exposed to, you're still human. ....You get emails from a stepfather who had done everything he could to get his stepdaughter clean but had been unsuccessful until you caught her shooting up. It doesn't matter if anything you did actually motivated her to get better, you're just happy that a fellow father's burden is eased a little. Yeah, this job suck sometimes and I wish I had been smart enough to do something that didn't garishly display how ugly people can be. I wouldn't change it for the world though. Best job I ever had. That's cool. You may be a good one - in this day and age, it is tough to tell. Can you tell me about victim-less crimes with the same enthusiasm? Give me your top 5 misdemeanor busts to compliment your above statements, when you have a minute. 
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Posted: 7/31/2015 12:21:41 AM EDT
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We're here for you OP.
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Posted: 7/31/2015 1:54:34 AM EDT
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Every cop I know from NY/NJ moved down here to retire, but then started again working again with their experience. No thanks. |
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Posted: 7/31/2015 2:15:22 AM EDT
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I'll play: Blinky lights Authority Power over someone's future National CCW Traffic laws do not apply Badge bunnies Also, it is a good field to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you. If you were to say the following about gun ownership: "Also, it is a good field hobby to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you." People here would, very justifiably, call you an idiot. And they'd be right, you would be an idiot. Because, despite a lot of shootings in the US, the vast majority of legal gun owners never kill anyone. You'd just be branded as another brainless anti-gun liberal after you made that statement. HOWEVER, you made a completely different statement, so you most definitely ARE NOT an idiot, because the vast majority of police officers in the US have killed multiple people in their careers for no reason than just because they're jumpy and scared of literally everything. Oh.....wait....... 
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Posted: 7/31/2015 2:41:19 AM EDT
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lol at some of the responses
There will always be people attracted to law enforcement, for good and bad reasons. As less and less low skill jobs are available due to automation, LEO and other government jobs will become even more desirable. If the pool of applicants ever gets so low we can't find enough to fill it, they will lower the requirements, just like the military. |
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Posted: 7/31/2015 2:43:14 AM EDT
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If the pool of applicants ever gets so low we can't find enough to fill it, they will lower the requirements, just like the military. The last time my department had problems filling slots they resorted to hiring people who were DQd in the past. |
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Posted: 7/31/2015 2:52:52 AM EDT
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Median of 1 mil is pretty hefty. Though, I only have a few reference points to compare to. What does your primary call look like? Burglary or DV? Err, other? I just jumped to conclusion there... Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Pro: -I only work about 150 days a year, and make over $100k. I started at 22 so at 49 I can retire and still make the same salary with health benefits working 0 days a year. -Sometimes you get to do cool, exciting stuff. -If you work smart and are good at risk management, it is not a difficult job and you usually only have to "work" for an hour or two in a 12 hour shift. Con: -Somebody someday might try to kill you just because of the way you're dressed. -A politician or your own employer might someday ruin your life to benefit themselves, even if you've never done anything wrong. -Every party you ever go to people will announce what your job is and then you have to listen to stupid fucking stories about people getting speeding tickets
Do you feel that you are compensated: High adequate low Adequate for the area I live in. We are one of the lowest paying departments and the median home price where I work (but not live) is nearly $1 million. Median of 1 mil is pretty hefty. Though, I only have a few reference points to compare to. What does your primary call look like? Burglary or DV? Err, other? I just jumped to conclusion there... The same types of calls as every other department... 90% bullshit, 10% potentially violent or terrifying, with 1% actually turning out that way. Where is this line of questioning going? Do you want to make the case that I'm overpaid? Go for it, I hear it all the time whenever the economy is bad. |
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Posted: 7/31/2015 3:16:53 AM EDT
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Times 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 hammermill thread http://i1064.photobucket.com/albums/u373/gbcop9c1/958E63DB-2A2E-46C8-AA69-5357F9F5BD5D-7848-0000041BDBF2F055_zps4c210046.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Seriously, stop making threads. Just stop. Times 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 hammermill thread http://i1064.photobucket.com/albums/u373/gbcop9c1/958E63DB-2A2E-46C8-AA69-5357F9F5BD5D-7848-0000041BDBF2F055_zps4c210046.jpg How is he allowed to continue? I'm serious. I thought this type of thing was against COC. |
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Posted: 7/31/2015 2:16:00 PM EDT
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The same types of calls as every other department... 90% bullshit, 10% potentially violent or terrifying, with 1% actually turning out that way. Where is this line of questioning going? Do you want to make the case that I'm overpaid? Go for it, I hear it all the time whenever the economy is bad. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Pro: -I only work about 150 days a year, and make over $100k. I started at 22 so at 49 I can retire and still make the same salary with health benefits working 0 days a year. -Sometimes you get to do cool, exciting stuff. -If you work smart and are good at risk management, it is not a difficult job and you usually only have to "work" for an hour or two in a 12 hour shift. Con: -Somebody someday might try to kill you just because of the way you're dressed. -A politician or your own employer might someday ruin your life to benefit themselves, even if you've never done anything wrong. -Every party you ever go to people will announce what your job is and then you have to listen to stupid fucking stories about people getting speeding tickets
Do you feel that you are compensated: High adequate low Adequate for the area I live in. We are one of the lowest paying departments and the median home price where I work (but not live) is nearly $1 million. Median of 1 mil is pretty hefty. Though, I only have a few reference points to compare to. What does your primary call look like? Burglary or DV? Err, other? I just jumped to conclusion there... The same types of calls as every other department... 90% bullshit, 10% potentially violent or terrifying, with 1% actually turning out that way. Where is this line of questioning going? Do you want to make the case that I'm overpaid? Go for it, I hear it all the time whenever the economy is bad. Just curious what calls were like in an affluent area vs low income. Nothing nefarious here. |
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Posted: 7/31/2015 9:47:17 PM EDT
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That's cool. You may be a good one - in this day and age, it is tough to tell. Can you tell me about victim-less crimes with the same enthusiasm? Give me your top 5 misdemeanor busts to compliment your above statements, when you have a minute. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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That's cool. You may be a good one - in this day and age, it is tough to tell. Can you tell me about victim-less crimes with the same enthusiasm? Give me your top 5 misdemeanor busts to compliment your above statements, when you have a minute. I barely have a minute, but don't want to blow off your questions. Which victim-less crimes are you referring to? As to my "top 5 misdemeanor busts", I don't know what you mean by this question and honestly, I don't really keep track of them other than to make sure I write detailed reports so I can help to refresh my memory when/if they go to court. Most get plead out before they get that far though. Being that misdemeanors are rather common, they don't necessarily stay in the forefront of my mind. I've had some funny ones, but nothing that ever amazed me. My point with my post was that as much as this job can feel like it's sucking the life out of you, it helps to hang on to those few moments where you found humanity still exists. I try real hard to do so, so that I don't end up the stereotypical burnt out cop who's only hanging on until he can retire. Lastly, I like to think I'm one of the good ones, but some people may disagree.
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Posted: 8/1/2015 9:28:41 AM EDT
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If anyone at work ever said that we would have laughed in their face. A common perception of some larger metro agencies is that certain families in both NYFD and NYPD are multi-generational. You yourself have said in the past that you have multiple family members who were prior service NYPD Given that one could argue that it is in fact a way of life for some families It's also an agency where you HAVE to live in NYC to be hired, and stay in the 5 boroughs for a period after strating, AND an agency that has had between 30, AND 40 thousand officers FOR DECADES. Of course there are going to be Legacies...but they aren't the norm. Percentage-wise it's probably about equal to other depts. |
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Posted: 8/1/2015 9:29:44 AM EDT
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The pension is still one of the best out there. Depends entirely on where you are...there are some areas with pretty much no pension plans |
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Posted: 8/1/2015 9:33:48 AM EDT
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The pension is still one of the best out there. It's the main recruiting tool used by my department. Without it they'd have a serious problem finding people willing to take the job. You mean like in some southern states where they have a 401k and a prayer? That's why you become a cop in NY somewhere like Clarkstown and then retire to the south. or Northern NJ 
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Posted: 8/1/2015 9:35:43 AM EDT
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If you were to say the following about gun ownership: "Also, it is a good field hobby to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you." People here would, very justifiably, call you an idiot. And they'd be right, you would be an idiot. Because, despite a lot of shootings in the US, the vast majority of legal gun owners never kill anyone. You'd just be branded as another brainless anti-gun liberal after you made that statement. HOWEVER, you made a completely different statement, so you most definitely ARE NOT an idiot, because the vast majority of police officers in the US have killed multiple people in their careers for no reason than just because they're jumpy and scared of literally everything. Oh.....wait....... Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I'll play: Blinky lights Authority Power over someone's future National CCW Traffic laws do not apply Badge bunnies Also, it is a good field to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you. If you were to say the following about gun ownership: "Also, it is a good field hobby to get into if you are jumpy/ scared of everything. You just kill what frightens you." People here would, very justifiably, call you an idiot. And they'd be right, you would be an idiot. Because, despite a lot of shootings in the US, the vast majority of legal gun owners never kill anyone. You'd just be branded as another brainless anti-gun liberal after you made that statement. HOWEVER, you made a completely different statement, so you most definitely ARE NOT an idiot, because the vast majority of police officers in the US have killed multiple people in their careers for no reason than just because they're jumpy and scared of literally everything. Oh.....wait....... Hell I killed 30 on the day before I retired.....
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Posted: 8/2/2015 8:40:38 AM EDT
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That's what I used to think, but I was wrong because IT'S THE SAME EVERYWHERE. So the same species of any chosen wild animal behave differently due to geography? Hell no, they don't. People aren't changed by geography either. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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[b]I think being a small town cop would be an alright gig.[]/b] No way in hell I would ever want to be a cop in a place where the same people that would expect me to risk my life for them would celebrate if I got killed on duty. That's what I used to think, but I was wrong because IT'S THE SAME EVERYWHERE. So the same species of any chosen wild animal behave differently due to geography? Hell no, they don't. People aren't changed by geography either. DSS loves putting section 8 riff raff in our small villages because rents are cheaper The section 8 people absolutely HATE being in the small villages "because there is nothing to do" I suspect they really mean there is nothing to do between midnight and 6 AM when THEY are up after sleeping in all day and partying all night, while the working folks of the villages have to be in bed so they can get to work in the morning These "there's nothing to do" folks seem to be transplants from NYC and Downstate who should consider moving back there if they want to live in an area that never sleeps..... |
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Posted: 8/2/2015 8:40:40 AM EDT
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It's also an agency where you HAVE to live in NYC to be hired, and stay in the 5 boroughs for a period after starting.... News to me. |
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Posted: 8/2/2015 8:45:48 AM EDT
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It's also an agency where you HAVE to live in NYC to be hired, and stay in the 5 boroughs for a period after strating, AND an agency that has had between 30, AND 40 thousand officers FOR DECADES. Of course there are going to be Legacies...but they aren't the norm. Percentage-wise it's probably about equal to other depts. Over my years I've seen a fair number of siblings working in the field and a few multi-generational families where the kids follow in dads footsteps Not an extremely huge percentage of the whole in terms of numbers. |
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Posted: 8/2/2015 8:46:59 AM EDT
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For the starting salary of $50k a year.
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Posted: 8/2/2015 8:54:54 AM EDT
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.................... DSS loves putting section 8 riff raff in our small villages because rents are cheaper The section 8 people absolutely HATE being in the small villages "because there is nothing to do" I suspect they really mean there is nothing to do between midnight and 6 AM when THEY are up after sleeping in all day and partying all night, while the working folks of the villages have to be in bed so they can get to work in the morning. These "there's nothing to do" folks seem to be transplants from NYC and Downstate who should consider moving back there if they want to live in an area that never sleeps..... I'll go way out on a limb and say............"ya' think?" |
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Posted: 8/2/2015 9:20:38 AM EDT
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How is he allowed to continue? I'm serious. I thought this type of thing was against COC. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Seriously, stop making threads. Just stop. Times 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 hammermill thread http://i1064.photobucket.com/albums/u373/gbcop9c1/958E63DB-2A2E-46C8-AA69-5357F9F5BD5D-7848-0000041BDBF2F055_zps4c210046.jpg How is he allowed to continue? I'm serious. I thought this type of thing was against COC. Because..... HAMMERMILL!!!!! |
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Posted: 8/2/2015 9:26:40 AM EDT
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lol at some of the responses There will always be people attracted to law enforcement, for good and bad reasons. As less and less low skill jobs are available due to automation, LEO and other government jobs will become even more desirable. If the pool of applicants ever gets so low we can't find enough to fill it, they will lower the requirements, just like the military. And that's no service to the public. Seriously, a good police officer is worth..... how much did you say your freedom is worth? Good officers understand the laws they enforce, and will often possess the knowledge to minimize the damage done by poorly-written and ill-conceived laws. They'll have an active interest in their communities because they and their families live there. They can be part of their community when they are paid enough to live in that community rather than the one 45 minutes away. |
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Posted: 8/2/2015 10:35:20 AM EDT
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They'll have an active interest in their communities because they and their families live there. They can be part of their community when they are paid enough to live in that community rather than the one 45 minutes away. We were forbidden by dept. rules from living in the community where we worked. |
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Posted: 8/2/2015 10:57:53 AM EDT
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Posted: 8/2/2015 11:05:21 AM EDT
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It's also an agency where you HAVE to live in NYC to be hired, and stay in the 5 boroughs for a period after starting.... News to me. "Officially"...you didnt have to at least have an Address in The City when you were in the academy???? Our Residency Requirements when I started were you had to Live in Town at the time of Hiring, After you finished Probation (1 Year) you were free to live anyplace you wanted in the State..in the mid 90's a Federal Consent Decree opened that up to Any resident of 2 Urban counties, or a 15 mile Radius. |
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