How To Pass A Police Background Investigation

One of the most stressful parts of the police hiring processes is the background investigation. Most worry about trial things or are concerned they may of forgot something small that will get them kicked out. Others are just naturally anxious about how long it takes and why they haven't heard anything. Watching and applying this video will help remove all your concerns.
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[@efficientfuture1336]

I struggled with this during the application process because I retired from thw Army years ago, and since, I've just stayed home, gone to church and gym. Thats about it. My wife and I have a few kids so we are usually at home.

[@armogantraining7164]

You would just need to say I was re-educating myself after the military and now are pursuing your new profession.

[@Leadbyexample111]

This is incredibly concerning me. I’m 26 years old now and I feel like my application won’t even be reviewed. It’s impossible to set goals when there’s likely outcomes you can’t control. This career as bad as I may desire it, the reality for me is may or may not happen. I’m concerned the driving record will haunt me, they will find unintentional inconsistencies on my resume or old applications, (mainly because I applied years ago randomly) without understanding how important and detailed these need to be . Nothing major, no criminal record etc but the negative thoughts about how likely it is to get dq is quite discouraging.

[@armogantraining7164]

You should not let any worries stop you from applying. Keep at it I know an officer who was told no 50+ times and is now a great supervisor

[@Leadbyexample111]

@@armogantraining7164 Oh I’m still applying I’m just worried that if one department DQS me or if they see me applying to many different departments continuously that each dq reason will affect the other one. Perhaps I’m getting ahead of myself.

[@emanuelslaughter5441]

@@Leadbyexample111 Hey man, i'm currently going through the process right now at 23. I would say not to worry about it, as Armogan said typically departments aren't entirely concerned with other agencies reasons for not hiring you. But if they do for some reason ask, just be honest. Honesty is key in my opinion, just keep applying and make sure your effort is the same across the board. Don't put in 110% for one agency and then half ass the next. Full send each, go in with the mindset that you WILL and SHOULD get hired. Stay consistent, honest, and keep trying if it doesn't work out. And this goes with out saying, don't disclose anything that isn't relevant to the hiring process or anything that they aren't asking about. Good luck!

[@cidoserna7065]

Hey David, I am also 26 years old, and I am going through the same situation here in California. I have had 10 agencies non-select me and another 2 DQ me. I literally have never been in trouble with the law, and I have been at the same job now for 7 years. I was a troubled teenager but not violent one. I was expelled my sophomore year of high school and that was the last time I ever got into trouble. I don't know why agencies are crying wolf for applicants but turning away those who are trying without even doing a field investigation on them. Just hang in there and hopefully something will happen for you soon. Someone out there will give us a chance one day and give us the shot we deserve.

[@armogantraining7164]

@@cidoserna7065 sorry I didn't see this earlier. Remember it could be the way you are articulating you personal history. We are always here to help.

[@samuelloza2976]

My next step is the background check. I got an 85% on my interview. Happy that im moving forward.

[@armogantraining7164]

Congrats

[@samuelloza2976]

@armogantraining7164 thank you for your advice. I'm assuming that's a good score and I will hopefully be called.

[@zaid6142]

Speaking of the employment history references, what if the management and the owner of the business was changed. Who should you put as a reference then? I was working for a restaurant and the management and the owner of the place changed so I don’t know who to put as a reference.

[@armogantraining7164]

The simplest answer is just put the main call number and contact for hr or the front desk. and explain you do not have the past management contact info. There's some better ways but this will work for you.

[@KhrisWrestlingViews]

I done my pt test already and was told my background investigation will be the next thing

[@armogantraining7164]

Nice congrats on making it through the pt.

[@user-yk7dc9hu2k]

I’m meeting with my background investigator in a couple weeks. My only concerns are that I smoked weed about 4 years ago in college a few times at parties and that I was fired from an EMT job for hitting a parking rail during my probationary employment period. I plan on being up front with all of this information, and I already disclosed this in my pre screen interview before I had my oral board interview. I have no speeding tickets or other traffic violations, never even been pulled over. Can you give me some insight?

[@armogantraining7164]

OK just make sure you don't over explain painting yourself in a bad light.

[@daledunn1267]

No they can't prove what they don't know do not tell them you smoked weed even if you did you never did k

[@joshuarousseau22]

I have one at fault accident over a year and a half ago. I know regardless they will see it, how likely is it for them to turn my application away? I enrolled in a police foundations course starting in a few weeks to help with the educational side of things. I have no other tickets or violations on my record. with your opinion will that hurt my application severely? or are they looking to see if there are a continuous patterns of violations?

[@armogantraining7164]

This single incident won't have a serious negative affect unless you miss articulate. It will not be a big issue otherwise. Best of luck.

[@greg11786]

what about 2 class b misdemeanor's? 2007. one for false report to a police officer, and theft for under 250.00? fed ex couldn't find those on my background check. thanks

[@armogantraining7164]

Those will be difficult hurdles, if you find an agency that will allow you to progress forward you. Will need to articulate those hurdles and your current life perfectly.

[@kerrychristian3581]

I have a question, 6 years ago I was let go of my job because I had weed in my system. Would that dis-qualify me for the job? Since then I’ve had a few other jobs but haven’t smoked since

[@armogantraining7164]

Won't disqualify you but will be a hurdle to explain.

[@moneymitchamp]

I’m in the middle of the background process. I’ve already passed the written and physical test. I’m approaching the 6 week mark of the background process. Haven’t received a letter or email saying I failed. The next police academy is 9 weeks away

[@armogantraining7164]

I understand why that may be concerning to you. With the academy getting close it could be one of two option most likely. They are running behind and will be scrambling to get the rest of you process done. Be prepared to schedule quickly if this happens. Or the second option is you may not have been selected and they have not notified you yet. If you unsure about the second, given the short deadline, I think it's fair to reach out and ask about where you are in the process.

[@moneymitchamp]

@@armogantraining7164 thank you

[@moneymitchamp]

@@armogantraining7164 I understand departments do the process differently. 20 of us actually had the writing and physical test on the same day( last week of OCT). The let me know I passed in 3 days . There was a academy class in mid November. They mentioned their goal was to get us ready for the February 15 academy class. So hopefully they are still going through the process

[@armogantraining7164]

@@moneymitchamp I know that a few times we had candidates in the pipeline because we missed the academy deadline and just rolled those candidates to the next academy. It did add about 3 months into their wait before we gave final offers. Hopefully you get into this upcoming academy but if not don't stress you will probably just get sent to the next one.

[@moneymitchamp]

@@armogantraining7164 thanks MN

[@Souk96]

Will a previous termination from a job (not law enforcement) affect or disqualify me automatically?

[@armogantraining7164]

It won't immediately disqualify you but how you articulate the facts of the termination will determine if you move forward with the process.

[@randomlyposter1974]

So for the background check I understand that the view your social medias is it best for me to go ahead and delete my social medias and clear my name off the internet the best I can before I apply?

[@armogantraining7164]

Not necessary, but you do want to make sure there is nothing unprofessional on it.

[@matthewwest7906]

I'm not sure what background investigation will look like but I'm not too worried at all

[@armogantraining7164]

👍

[@onebreath210]

Would something that is on my parent's background count against me if the incident happened when i was an adult and didn't live there? I was not involved in the incident or ever contacted by law enforcement about it.

[@armogantraining7164]

Yes and no. Yes because the will look at who you associate with and if course family. And no because there direct actions won't cross over to you as long as you weren't involved

[@AlexTapia8616]

The social media what if I haven’t used them or deactivated them?

[@armogantraining7164]

They will ask you question as to when and why.

[@junebug9594]

I was just fired from a job I struggled with and it was brutally chocked up to insubordination. Does that pretty much diminish my chances?

[@armogantraining7164]

No but it does not help articulating this proper is your best chance.

[@sinykergaming4070]

Hi there I have question if you commit crime in other countries or America and came to Canada want to be police will it work or no?

[@armogantraining7164]

This really depends on what it was. I would need more details. you can sign up for a free coaching call here if you like: calendly.com/armoganct/how-to-get-hired-police

[@strumminandwrenchin9162]

hey what about the police civilian background investigation? Is that as deep as a sworn officer positiion?

[@armogantraining7164]

Depends but they are pretty rigorous as well depending on the department and your level of work.

[@Check3k]

Extremely nervous. I’ve never been in trouble. But I was fired from a corporate job and evicted while in college for a roommate not paying their half. Will they ask about that?

[@armogantraining7164]

Yes but this is an easy articulation.

[@Vaporful]

I'm about to submit my PHS with the LAPD. They are asking me to submit all of my past employment all the way back to high school. I have been at my current job for 12 1/2 years. Do you have an idea why they are asking to go all the way back? Some of my past employers are no longer in business and one of them can't even find my records.

[@armogantraining7164]

Vapor, This is common but also if you have these type of issues make sure you do not make a mistake on your PHS. If you would like we can cover a couple of your concerns over a coaching call. You can schedule it here, they are no cost: calendly.com/armoganct/how-to-get-hired-police

[@Vaporful]

@@armogantraining7164 Thank you I just spoke with a mentor officer and he explained to me what to do.

[@armogantraining7164]

@@Vaporful excellent make sure the you send them to the human resource department as the reference/contact for the job that does have your file or it could possibly get you DQ. Best of luck, look forward to hearing your success story.

[@Hydro593]

Do they go through all the social media accounts you had in the past or just the ones u have Right now?

[@armogantraining7164]

Any ones they have access to

[@isaiahsmith6134]

Hello sir I have a question, I am currently in my background process, I am 19 but I had 4 different jobs but never been fired can this disqualify me from be selected to move on ?

[@armogantraining7164]

Joseph, this won’t disqualify you, but you will need to explain. Work history, especially length at a place of employment plays a factor in determining suitability when going though the hiring process. You have time so find a place you don’t mind working and stay there until your ready to apply to a law enforcement position. Hope this helps let us know if you need any other help.

[@isaiahsmith6134]

I’m currently in the process with a agency and I am 19 I had 4 different jobs so I was wondering would they disqualify me because of the different jobs at the age 19

[@armogantraining7164]

@@isaiahsmith6134 no the number of jobs would not concern me for an applicant of your age. I would focus my investigation on why you change those jobs. So if you're good there than everything should be fine. Hope this helps, please keep us up-to-date on your process.

[@tjwilmot3181]

I’m currently in the background process for my home town department. They are a small agency, roughly 45 patrol officers. About how long would you say this process would take? I know it’s usually lengthy. Going into the oral board there was only 6 candidates.

[@armogantraining7164]

The length of the process is dependant on you background investigator and how easy it is to confirm your information. I have seen it done in as little as a few weeks and as long as a year.

[@tjwilmot3181]

@@armogantraining7164 thank you for the reply. I know it takes time but man is this a anxious part.

[@willamster1095]

My question to you guys is i am in the process of getting a job with the capitol police and i have a one expunged record will that effect me and i also have a ic but in the phs i put down nothing in the law section

[@armogantraining7164]

I am very familiar will Capitol Police it's not really about what is expunged it's more about the signing the documents saying you did not withhold any information. For more a specific answers we can do a call.

[@willamster1095]

yes that would be great

[@armogantraining7164]

@@willamster1095 in the video description there is a link to schedule a call we can jump on and get you squared away

[@Stay_Armed_Move_Militant]

I have a few driving while suspended in my past. I believe the last time was 2015-2016. I’ve been a cdl driver for about 5 years now. Will this disqualify me from joining the force here in Philadelphia

[@armogantraining7164]

It depends on the department and ultimately how you explain/articulate those hurdles, but no if you have a valid DL now it does not immediately DQ you.

[@Stay_Armed_Move_Militant]

Ok thank you

[@armogantraining7164]

@@Stay_Armed_Move_Militant anytime

[@dumdum645]

When I was 15, a classmate of mine was bullying me, I told him to stop yet he did not stop. I went berserk and stabbed him to the head with a pen. His parents did not sue me for that. I deeply regret that I even did such a thing and so from now on, I am trying my best to manage my anger in order for me not to do it again. I am trying to change but I think even my family sees me as a guy who has anger issues. I am 21 years old now. Is there a chance for me to become a cop? I hope you notice. Thank you!

[@armogantraining7164]

I would have to get a little more info for context. If you would like to book a coaching call we can discuss it more. It completely free so don't worry about that. Here is the link. calendly.com/armoganct/how-to-get-hired-police

[@jiujitsu94]

Lol

[@MrSuccess1987]

No

[@nfldream221]

I just got put in backgrounds i disclosed everything i have ever done..i said i sold a few mario kart vape carts in 2016 and other departments accepted my applications as well...i have 750+ credit and at my employer for 16yrs a clean driving record just a speeding warnng...will i be fine?

[@armogantraining7164]

You sound like a strong candidate

[@JoseSanchez-fk4dg]

Hi man, I used to smoke weed often in my early college days but I don’t do it any more. Should I share this information or just say I have never smoked weed?

[@armogantraining7164]

Never lie just articulate the facts.

[@Pouchy17]

don't they take your social media logins like corrections..?

[@armogantraining7164]

You never account for bad practices.

[@lightbringer8697]

Should I bring a copy of my record to the background investigator? Not charged with anything but arrested.

[@armogantraining7164]

if they ask for it

[@manny3904]

I was in Tijuana, MX. I was pulled over by Mexican Police randomly. (Common to pull over Americans with nice cars) They threatened to take my car and I would go to detention if I didnt “take care” of the problem right there on the spot. Usually means coughing up money. Is that considered a bribe on the question have you bribed law enforcement?

[@armogantraining7164]

Could be but really if falls under extortion by a law enforcement officer

[@levimonterroso9168]

My parents and uncles are undocumented from mexico. Will my back ground checks put them in risk of being deported. I want to have as many people as my references. But most of my uncles are afraid and don’t want me to put them on my references.

[@armogantraining7164]

It

[@nkb3999]

Hey there I am an immigrant here on study visa when i came here it was my 2 sem of college amd there was a co-op program of early childhood education it was during jan and it was my first snow and frst time of living without family alone i get mentally stressed and was unable to function properly in the child care centre so my placement was terminated so i havw to leave that course to stick to my study permit conditions then i ger into anothee college but after that in my first sem i was so disappointed becaus wi did not liked that college environment. Then i found a partner here and ww both decided to go for police. Another thing i left my work once without informing the employer because of a workplace injury because they were not listening to Me at all. So what do you think this is gonna impact my police career To make it look good i was thinking to do a police foundations course to make it look a little good instead of applying after 12th grade. What should i do could you please help me. I really wamt to be a police officer. And i got my pr as my husband is a canadian citizen

[@armogantraining7164]

Theres a lot to unpack here you can jump on a free coaching call with me here to discuss your specific hurdles. calendly.com/armoganct/how-to-get-hired-police

[@Aimstrikez]

Does Police Agency, check Xbox and KZbin account you have access to?

[@armogantraining7164]

they can

[@noshow22]

I have a question. Will the background investigator tell my references what I wrote in my employment packet/questionnaire? Like mental health history? If I consulted with a psychiatrist? Etc. I feel like they shouldn't because it is private information.

[@armogantraining7164]

No they are not allowed to disclose that, however you can not account for human error

[@noshow22]

@@armogantraining7164 that's what I thought. I did go once for anxiety related issues 14 years ago, so just something that was on my mind. I hope it is not a disqualifier. Thanks.

[@GabrielRamirez-hc7xk]

I forgot an address on my background check and really don’t know old coworkers from 10 years ago. Will this DQ me I’m afraid I’m waiting to hear back on my background check

[@armogantraining7164]

No but if you have information, to add do not wait for them to contact you about it.

[@GabrielRamirez-hc7xk]

@@armogantraining7164 what if I don’t remember all times I encountered with police? Even as victim or just to talk. Never been charged with anything but they have spoken to me

[@kerrilynnwalker1362]

I have bipolar disorder I am stable over 10 yrs I am applying for pd dispatch I am currently a medical dispatcher an EMT 24 yrs and was pd dispatcher many yrs ago before I was dx. I plan on telling the truth but worried this will disqualify me.

[@armogantraining7164]

It will have an effect, but I would need to know more ignorer to give my professional opinion

[@derekgonzalez938]

What if no one works at my old job that knew me

[@armogantraining7164]

Do your best to provide all the information you can than just articulate the lack of information properly.

[@joec3896]

Hello. For my background investigation packet .. is it necessary to disclose anytime the police were called to my house by a neighbor even though I was not charged w a crime, just a misunderstanding. Will they have access to every time my name is mentioned in a police report ? Thanks in advance

[@armogantraining7164]

Yes they will see every call report your name is listed in.

[@joec3896]

@@armogantraining7164 thanks for speedy response. What if I leave an incident out accidentally?

[@armogantraining7164]

@@joec3896 you want to correct ASAP don't let them come to you with it

[@noahprice1594]

Hey man thanks for your videos ! I'm plan on becoming a police officer within 1 or 2 years I'm 24 yrs old at the moment clean criminal record never been convicted. my concerns are in my past i had a-lot of jobs hopping around because i'm always working two full time jobs .and out of 1 of those jobs i get fired from do to tardiness and time fraud. because i couldn't handle working two full time at once also i been fired from at least 3 jobs in my past and resigned from because i had expected to get fired from for those reasons above .also i had points on my Dl record in the past but those points will be removed off my record when the time ill be applying . The things i've mentioned will that sound like a automatically disqualification or i should have a chance getting hired long as i'm telling the truth?

[@armogantraining7164]

To the first question are you immediately disqualified the answer is no not at all. Will you have to explain an jump some hurdles yes. To know how difficult those hurdles will be I need more information and context. You can book a free call with me here calendly.com/armoganct/how-to-get-hired-police I would be happy to discuss and guide you through it. Second would be why the longer wait. now is one of the best times in the recent two decades to get a law enforcement position. It will benefit you to capitalize on the staffing shortage.

[@noahprice1594]

thank you i've schedule a call for next week and i'll explain everything to you looking forward speaking with you !

[@armogantraining7164]

@@noahprice1594 sounds good looking forward to our call.

[@Jojo-qx5xh]

My credit is kind of bad but I’m currently working on getting it fixed. Would it disqualify me?

[@armogantraining7164]

Depends, feel free to jump on a free coaching call www.armoganct.com/Free-call

[@schoolfightrodriguez9651]

Do police background check your medical history ?

[@armogantraining7164]

Yes

[@Jazzy19972]

I want be a police officer, I’m scare of the combat training we’re gonna go through ! Is there a way to by pass that physical ability test ?.

[@armogantraining7164]

The physically training is easy and you should want to take the physically abilities test to gauge your level. Don't under estimate the importance of a being physically fit and prepared in law enforcement

[@MrClaude6142]

I'm currently in the background investigation process for one department but just got called for background investigation with another department that I'm even more interested in. How should I proceed?

[@armogantraining7164]

Stay in the process with both, you never know the outcome of a hiring process.

[@MrClaude6142]

@@armogantraining7164 got a call from my background investigator. That process is done and now just hoping to get invited to an interview. Super Nervous!

[@armogantraining7164]

@@MrClaude6142 congrats we are glad to hear it. Keep going and keep us updated. Would love to tell your success story. Let us know if you need to talk for help with the interview.

[@tylersmith2498]

Lets say you have been arrested for a class a misdemeanor for drug possession 10 years ago but it had been reduced to a violation (and sealed) and you have been squeaky clean ever since can you still get hired?

[@armogantraining7164]

Depends on the the department and specifics but based on the way I interpreted what your saying absolutely

[@tylersmith2498]

I appreciate all your videos super helpful, going to try to make the career change

[@armogantraining7164]

@@tylersmith2498 you can do it

[@Friendly35]

Can they see all the jobs you have worked?

[@armogantraining7164]

Yes absolutely.

[@anonymouspatroler591]

Question do they look thru personal messages such as instagram and iMessages and messages through other apps?

[@armogantraining7164]

If you give them access to it they will.

[@lramirez9072]

Does your parents background affect your chances at being a police officer?

[@armogantraining7164]

It can

[@starbright6579]

I am planning on becoming a police officer. My record is squeaky clean. I am a shy, soft spoken, and nice lady. But for some reason how will the police ask my family questions about me when my family hates me. My aunt hates me. I left my jacket at her house and she threw it in the trashcan, my aunt's husband hates me, my cousins hates me, my cousins kids hates me, my oldest sister hates me, my oldest sister kids hates me. How can I become a cop if they say no they're not talking to the police? My cousin was talking to me last month but when I asked her what kind of person you will say I am? She said shy, very soft spoken, and I could tell you have a good heart, but I don't like you. And I was like what? So I asked her if the police ask you what kind of cop I will be would you tell them she said no because I don't like you. My mom, dad, sister, and friends will day I'm soft spoken and nice, but that about it because no one else in my family don't want to do it.

[@armogantraining7164]

Star There are ways to handle these types of situations, you definitely do not want to put down a bad reference. Lets get together and discuss your situation a bit more. Here is a link for a free coaching call with me. calendly.com/armoganct/how-to-get-hired-police We can get this issue resolved pretty easy for. Stay safe Frank

[@starbright6579]

@@armogantraining7164 Thank you so much I will definitely write down the information you sent me. I know a young boy that's 21 years old, that's a cop right now and I knew his mother since she was 10 years old, I grew up with his mom because she's my best friend. I even remember when his mom was caring him inside her stomach and when he was a baby. I practically raised this young man he's a police officer and he had to get references from his family his mom and grandma didn't want to do it he had to beg them, but luckily he made it to be a police officer and it's now been day three on the job.

[@Zay.223]

Im a 24yr old male and recently applied and completed my background questionnaire, I am worried that some of my family members or my neighbour reference dont have the greatest facebooks, will that impact the outcome of my application? Also, how long does it usually take for a background investigator to get in contact with you after sending in my background questionnaire?

[@armogantraining7164]

It depends if you use them as reference or not pick your references carefully. As for time it depends, you can due professional follow up usually after 4 weeks of no contact

[@Zay.223]

@@armogantraining7164 I’m relatively new in the town and don’t know many people, I used people I’ve known for at least a year and could comment on my character and how I am as a person, I have my fitness test on the 9th of this month and im extremely excited but also nervous because right after fitness tests we have our interview a couple hours after, any advice I can gather would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for the comment back!🙏🏾

[@armogantraining7164]

@@Zay.223 they're a lot of tips but we would need a call for that. So for right now focus on articulating your experiences and learning the department facts

[@alextut4323]

When I was in my teens I got fired from two minium wage retail jobs because I was dumb and didn't think it would matter back then, now I'm 22 and a private investigator and am also in the marine corps, I want too be a police officer but am worried that might disqualify me

[@armogantraining7164]

Alex, this won’t disqualify you, but it will come up and you will have to explain it. Depending on how old you were 16-17 or 18-19 it may or may not even be a big issue to the department. When questioned about it I would say “I was young and did not want to work there anymore so I stopped going. I should have given formal notice but did not.” As long as it was something like that, if its a different matter altogether we can jump on a coaching call here and discuss more. calendly.com/armoganct/how-to-get-hired-police

[@michaeljiang2684]

Can i still be a cop of if I did a drug 3 times back when i was 17?

[@armogantraining7164]

depends on the drugs but yes

[@michaeljiang2684]

@@armogantraining7164 can I dm you?

[@pandorasbox7152]

Will they check your youtube?

[@armogantraining7164]

Absolutely

[@pablog934]

What if you dont have any friends for personal references?

[@armogantraining7164]

This is a pretty easy fix depending on your associates and how your relationship is with them. I would need to have a little bit more detail, you can book a coaching call here, calendly.com/armoganct/how-to-get-hired-police it's no cost. I look forward to hearing from you and getting your concern out of your mind.

[@zaid6142]

Same question I got

[@altin0220]

hello when can i get a schedule?

[@armogantraining7164]

Not sure I understand the question

[@altin0220]

when can i make a schedule of training or orientation?

[@armogantraining7164]

@@altin0220 are you asking to schedule a coaching call?

[@altin0220]

yes please

[@armogantraining7164]

You can schedule one here calendly.com/candidate-coaching-steve/30min

[@rrkred3561]

if i have social media accounts that are not associated with my legal name wouldn't it be impossible for them to find? so i can just keep those a secret no? there is nothing incriminating just cringy shit on some lmao.

[@armogantraining7164]

It worked not be hard to find them. And now you may have just admitted to using an alais so keep that in mind.

[@mikegiangarra]

Wouldn’t deleting all social media 3 months or more be the smartest thing. It’s a waste of time anyways.

[@armogantraining7164]

They will ask why you deleted and it can loo suspicious

[@mikegiangarra]

Because it’s a waste of time, I need to focus on the academy not social media. Also, not having personal information online is smart and safe when you’re a cop. Growing up my father made sure not even our house number was not listed anywhere in any public phone book as he was a narcotics and homicide detective in the NYPD and put away some serious people. And it stayed that way for 20 years. I’m 35, there was no social media back then, but that would have definitely been a no go as well.

[@DianneRussell-jb5le]

Were you live and the past places that you have lived impact on your resume. This is the police force you are applying for not a job flipping burgers. For instance the police force are extremely strict on certain criteria. Your family for instance has to be squeaky clean. If you grew up in the hood and your Dad has a criminal record and your Mom had run ins with the law and your brother is into crime and your sister is running with drug dealers you can forget a career in law enforcement. You might say well I am not like that and I don’t want to be like my family well that’s all very good but your family and their history impacts greatly on your chances of becoming a police officer. I know it’s harsh but only a select few qualify. You basically have to have good law abiding family. So many people don’t get excepted. Also the choices you made in the past, any brushes with the law will be reviewed. You also need to complete high school, have good grades, be consistent in attending school, if you were a trouble maker at school and a rebel, starting fights in the playground and bullying other kids you probably aren’t going to be excepted. You need to attend college after you graduate from high school now. I think you have to attend college for a year. The jobs you apply for to earn a living can have a huge impact on you being excepted as well. For instance taking a part time job as a bar tender or working in casinos and bars with slot machines, the managers that you work with and their back ground all have an impact on your chances of becoming a police officer. It’s basically about certificates and diplomas now. They are trying to keep the force as clean as they can now due to the bad apples that slipped through years ago. Police officers are constantly put under the radar now and even the places they go to on days off and who they associate with when off duty all come under the chiefs attention if you mess up. They don’t muck around now they only want the very best people being excepted into the force now. Clean your act up when it comes to dating young women too because who you are having a relationship with is also questionable. Police officers have to be careful where they live also for their own protection and their family’s protection, it doesn’t look good if you are renting an apartment in a down town area that is known for crime or if your apartment complex is a known place where drug dealers, alcoholics and prostitution is going on there. It’s all about location. Basically you have to be an outstanding law abiding citizen to be excepted into both the academy and the force.

[@armogantraining7164]

While I appreciate the comment this is not completely accurate. Every aspect of your life is looked at but the individual is the one evaluated. Squeaky clean is not what we look for, rather someone who has both experience and can think well under pressure. College in not a mandatory for all departments, most do not require it and many are removing it as a requirement. Family is important but if you have a family member who's character is questionable that does not necessary affect you. Lot go into an evaluation and each candidate is looked at independently.

[@arunkassel6754]

Can I just deactivate my Facebook?

[@armogantraining7164]

You can but they are going to ask when you canceled it.

[@nfldream221]

I just got put in backgrounds i disclosed everything i have ever done..i said i sold a few mario kart vape carts in 2016 and other departments accepted my applications as well...i have 750+ credit and at my employer for 16yrs a clean driving record just a speeding warnng...will i be fine?

[@armogantraining7164]

You sound like a strong candidate.

[@nfldream221]

@@armogantraining7164 ok cool I'll keep pushing forward thank you