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Arm Princeton University Cops
May, 2008
To Serve and....Protect?
Princeton University Police Department is hoping
to finally become armed. The police officers of PUPD have long been without
firearms while on duty. After the rise of campus shootings and violent
incidents, the University Administration maintains a "non-armed" police
force. Their argument is that their "Public Safety officers are
approachable, and arming them might make them less approachable." First,
these officers are fully trained, PTC certified police officers who are
qualified to carry firearms. The University, being private and exempt from
state policy, refuses to let their police officers carry firearms.
We must support our fellow brothers and sisters
in their cause to protect their community and themselves. I attended the
police academy with a Princeton University Police officer. We went through
all the same training from day one to graduation.
I understand the University issues their police
officers ballistic vests, acknowledging the dangers they might face. A
person may shoot at them, but they can not shoot back? They are also issued
OC spray, expandable batons, and handcuffs. I have never read of any
Princeton University Police officer using excessive force with their current
equipment. We all know it would be in the news if they had.
Their police officers are extremely professional
and will not speak out based on emotion, and I admire that. If my
Department took away my firearm, I would speak out!
We must unite and help! Thoughts?
-Anonymous Mercer County Police Officer
Has Had it With NYPD
March, 2008
This is another reason why I am leaving the NYPD
to pursue a career of law enforcement in New Jersey. The Mayor won't pay us,
he said Sanitation workers have a more dangerous job. Anytime there is a
police shooting we have to take a breathalyzer He refused to call Det.
Zadroga a hero after he died from WTC lung sickness. And now he is holding
hands with Sharpton over a guy who hand a long rap sheet along with his
friends who were in the vehicle.
Also making this a racial issue when 2 of the 3
cops are black.
I'm tired of having to work in a city where no
one will back us up except other brothers and sisters in blue. The morale
couldn't be any lower, thanks to Giuliani and certainly Bloomberg.
-A disgruntled NYPD Police officer
Eliminating the Death
Penalty is a Disgrace
January, 2008
(Originally Sent and Directed to the Bergen
Record Newspaper)
Mr Editor,
I hope you people are all happy after foaming at
the mouth and getting the people in state to believe that you are doing
something good by abolishing the death penalty. They should change the
nickname of this state from the Garden State to " You can get away with
murder in Jersey."
So now you can murder someone and get a life
sentence. That is the people of New Jersey will have to fund the three
square meals a day the warm clothes the color, cable TV, the library, the
college education, and the arts and crafts section of the prison.
They should change the name of the
prisons to "Work Houses" like they did in the days of Charles dickens.
What has this society and world come to?
Killers like Trantino are let to walk the earth free as a bird after they
destroyed a family and an entire city. What about the Rybka murder that
occurred at Bergen Pines Hospital.
The Record ran an article then about how a down
trodden youth who came from the ghetto who couldn't help himself, just so
happened to kill a Bergen county Sheriffs Officer in cold blood.
But he still lives.
What about the other people that have been
murdered in this state by the likes of these dregs of society? Now they can
sit back and welcome the sunshine as they get to breath another day, as paid
for by the citizens of this state.
This Governor Corzine is a Liberal, bleeding
heart, "Let him loose Bruce" sort of guy. He doesn't care about the victim's
families, does he? Neither does your paper. The record ran an article that
was in the Sunday magazine section years ago, concerning Trantino. The paper
made him out to be a poor down trodden youthful offender. Yea, who happened
to be celebrating a murder that his cohorts had committed in New York.
So now what is next in this glorious state? You
going to ask that child molesters be given a clean bill after they have done
their time? Right, they never get over their lust for a kid, but
that's ok because they can spend time with the murders who now will have the
run of the mill, oops sorry the new "Work House"
What do you tell a young child in school today
that is ok to kill someone! That you don't have to worry about capitol
punishment because it is a life sentence you'll be facing not the death
penalty. Great thing to tell our children and our grand kids about. that New
Jersey with it's bleeding heart liberals has finally got what it wanted.
This state should have elected to leave the Union a long time ago. They
write laws that no one enforces and they have statues patterned after
California (Penal Law) and so what, they don't enforce them. These murders
should have been executed a long time ago. Forget an eye for and eye. Most
of you liberals don't believe in God anyway. Just the mere thought of taking
someone's life during the commission of a robbery or a break in.
I bet your going to tell me that if they kill a
cop they get life anyway. Yes I know I was one of the people that stood up
and had the acting governor sign that into legislation a few years back.
We tried to keep Trantino in behind bars. Have
you read the trial transcripts or the appeals that he rendered? They
can be found on the Rutgers law Library web site.
They even had the hero, Trantino sitting on a
panel at Rutgers. He was giving advice to people getting out of jail. I
figured it was murder 101. He walked out of jail with a conscience as clear
as saran wrap.
I feel for the people of this state, they are
not going to be safe in their beds anymore. A criminal can now kill them and
not be subjected to the "Needle". Lovely way to look at it I just hope the
governor and his cohorts are happy and families like Voto, Tedesco, Rybka
and the rest of the murdered victims families never ever forget the
injustice that is being done to their love ones names.
Dominick Donofrio
(Ret) Chief Lodi Police Dept
Lodi NJ
Pursuit Could Have Been Handled
Better
July, 2007
The pursuit in New York City on March 17th,
2007. The dispatcher trying to scold the officers to be calm is out of line
and was using valuable radio time. She should be fired. The supervisors of
this pursuit never took control of this incident. At the very least radio
silence should have been called right at the beginning.
 Good
Photo of the Week
July, 2007
Great photo this week, Jr. Police Academy in
Wayne with the kids, Great Job.
Hope you'll have more like that in the future.
-30 Year Retired Veteran
New Breed, You're Dropping
the Ball
July, 2007
This article by Jim Donahue sums it ALL up!!!
From
Officer.com:
The BROTHERHOOD ...I Don't Give a Damn
I took this job because of the benefits
& a steady paycheck.
"It's not like it used to be," laments
one of your buddies over coffee. "We used to get together after the
shift for a beer. We played softball together. We partied together. When
someone had a big project at home, we all pitched in and helped get it
done. These young kids just don't care anymore."
I want you to think about those guys. As you read this, I encourage you
to imagine who it is in your department that best fits this description.
Stay with me here.
The scenario: the shift is really busy with calls backed up. You're down
a couple of reports. Then, one of the guys ties himself up on a B.S.
arrest that will take him out of service for a couple of hours, leaving
everyone else to cover his area.
When a list goes up announcing an upcoming overtime detail, this guy's
name will always be at or near the top. Anytime you're near him, he's
complaining--about something. Never a positive word comes out of his
mouth.
Another scenario: a group in your community plans a charity event--like
collecting toys at Christmas to be given to kids whose families are
facing tough times. The cops are invited to help. This guy only shows up
if he's getting paid. Otherwise, he's nowhere to be found.
If one of the guys on your crew is off for some time healing from an
injury or long-term illness, this guy won't find time to stop by or even
call. He's too busy taking care of his own wants and needs. Help someone
on the crew lay some sod or rebuild a deck? Forget it!
As for Police Week in Washington D.C.--are you kidding? This guy
wouldn't think of burning the time, unless the department is footing the
bill and giving him the time to do it.
We all know "This Guy" too well. And, we're glad that he's not our
partner.
You find yourself wondering why he became a cop. If asked, he may or may
not answer honestly. There's little chance of layoff. Retirement after
20-25 years. The benefits and retirement are generally better than the
private sector, even though the pay may not be as good. Of course, there
is some occasional excitement that fuels an adrenaline rush.
This guy has no sense of camaraderie or The Brotherhood. He just doesn't
care. You know this guy. You know his name, don't you?
Heart of a cop
I have a video from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. In
it, there is a scene showing one of the Officers of the Month: Dennis
Sullivan. Dennis says, "I truly believe that if you don't have the heart
of a cop, you won't be a good one." Amen.
Being a cop is first and foremost who you are at heart. Yes, it may also
be the job you do. But you can have the job without being a "cop." Just
remember the guy I described earlier. He's got the man-made credentials,
but without a change of heart, he will never be a cop.
Being a cop starts in the heart. It becomes a state of mind. It's a
lifestyle. It flavors your decisions. It is the basis of your attitude.
It's the warrior mindset. It's a willingness to fight for what's right,
even if it costs your life.
A sense of brotherhood:
Likely, the best experience of the Brotherhood occurs each May in
Washington D.C. The NLEOMF and the F.O.P. create an experience that is
an immersion in what it means to be part of this Brotherhood. I have
been blessed with being there every year for most of a decade.
First timers all say the same thing at the conclusion of their first
experience, "this was my first time, but I'll never miss it again." That
message is universal.
Upon arrival, the presence of cops everywhere is in the air. Guys pepper
the population wearing police garb. Many are carrying their badges on a
chain around their necks. Cops permeate the region with flat-top
haircuts and steely gazes.
You see guys at the hotel. They're on the Metro ride into town. Arriving
at The Wall stirs my soul with deep reflection: 18,000 names of those
who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The most recent additions are
freshly etched and on the bottom-most lines.
There are letters from the kids of fallen officers with pictures saying,
"I miss you, Daddy." There are notes from wives and family members
attesting to their loved ones' call to duty and expressing the deepest
pain of loss.
The "work families" often post messages, pictures, and other tributes to
their fallen brother or sister, as well.
These names, these messages, and this experience is like no other. Words
can only fractionally describe this most powerful moment.
Throughout the week, we shared the very stirring Candlelight Vigil. We
stood at the Capitol and listened to the President give thanks for those
who have fallen and for those who remain on guard. We shared time over a
beer (maybe two) in different venues. Each year, I leave with many new
"old friends" who will remain for the rest of my life.
The emotional exchange is overwhelming and the bonds created are
permanent.
My attempt to share it with you is like my wife trying to help me
understand the experience of giving birth to our kids. I understand the
words; I'll never comprehend the experience.
The greater good
I recently taught an eight hour block to new recruits at the academy.
"You are joining a family. There are some benefits: you've probably
received your last traffic ticket. But, remember this: for every one
thing you receive, you owe at least a hundred in return," I explained.
I am indeed fortunate. I am part of a close-knit group of cops. My group
of guys have ensured that the family of an officer who had fallen on
hard times had a fitting Christmas when they otherwise would not. We
adopted officers in Louisiana who had lost everything in Katrina. We
have been at the hospital when one was sick or injured. That's what it
means to be part of this Brotherhood.
Small things, big things, no matter. We are there. So does this
responsibility now move to the recruits as its newest members.
Critically important
It is vital to our well being that we nurture this sense of
Brotherhood and pass it along. It must be kept alive and made to thrive.
Each year, Police Week reminds us that we are part of a very large
family. We have a stake in the lives of each other. This Brotherhood is
greater than even the largest agency. It spans the globe. This year
brought brothers from Canada, England, the Netherlands, Italy and
Australia to Washington D.C.
Humans fight harder and longer when they are emotionally tied to the
outcome.
One example is a man fighting to protect his wife and children. He will
fight to the death.
Our military leaders have long recognized the need for the emotional
bond between fighters. The Marines have spent a lifetime engraining the
messages:
WE NEED A FEW GOOD MEN
MARINES--THE FEW, THE PROUD, THE BRAVE
SEMPER FI
This is no accident. Marines are
recognized as The Force on this planet. They are second to none. They
are prepared to give all without hesitation for the sake of their
country and their brothers.
That same emotional bond among cops causes them to excel beyond anything
they ever thought possible.
Our brothers become heroes every day. They will do their best when they
have a strong emotional bond to those with whom they serve.
What can I do?
- Get involved. The major events of
Police Week are the Candlelight Vigil, which is held on the evening
of May 13th every year. The second is the Memorial Service which is
held at the Capitol on May 15th every year. In 2008, that's a
Tuesday and a Thursday. Mark your calendar now.
- Join the Fraternal Order of
Police. Read at least one periodical (Officer.com is an excellent
choice). There are many from which to select. One will suit you. Do
something TODAY! Something big or something small--it doesn't
matter. But, do something!
- For those of you who were in D.C.
this year: bring a new person next year. Just one. Invite them now.
Help them with the cost, if you can.
- Remember the guy you had in mind
at the first part of this article? He's an excellent candidate.
Every Police Week attendee should strive to bring just one new
person the next year.
- Your life may well depend on
backup one day. Do you want that person to be driven by his
emotional tie to you, or just there because the paycheck is steady?
Think about the Marines. There's your answer.
Get involved. Tie your heart to your
career. Being a good cop starts in the heart and goes out from there.
Come on ...your Brothers are waiting to welcome you!
'College Does not a Cop Make'
Rebuttal
July,
2007
In my town the Chief of Police & about 40% of
the Officers do not have any College at all and make over 80k easily. Chief
makes 100k (No College).
Anyway I have to agree it is not fair, in fact
there are Officers who were Dispatching at the desk and asked if they wanted
to be an Officer and were sent to the Police Academy pronto.
NJ is a very nepotistic State in general and 60
college credits is not needed or fair to the up & coming kids who can't
afford or just cannot go to College for what ever reason, what's good for
the goose??
All should have College or nobody should******
-Anonymous
Delacy Davis is a Disgrace
May, 2007
In response to your
article about
Delacy Davis, I have to say that I am completely disgusted. How
can a man who served on the road become so twisted in his thinking.
Yes, there will always be bad eggs within our ranks the same way that every
other profession has them, however most of us work hard for everyone.
That was a fallen policeman's wife those people
were screaming at. How can this Delacy Davis live with himself
aligning himself with such trash? Has he ever been to a police funeral?
I hope that every cop in New Jersey sees what
this guy is about.
Just my opinion.
-Inner City PFL
Enough with Sharpton and Jackson
April, 2007
I am so sick of hearing about Sharpton and
Jackson. Why do these slugs come out and always stir up trouble?
These self anointed pompous Assholes can't wait
to put their mug before a camera and spew forth B.S. Look now, Imus is gone
because of the heat from the two rabble rousers. Also, the Duke Lacrosse
team have been exonerated and charges have been dropped.
Will Wierd Al (Tawana Brawley)Sharpton be
hunting down the cameras and apologize to the Players he tried and convicted
himself. Hell NO! Because you have to be a REAL man to do that, sadly he is
NOT! And Jesse Jackson, will he speak out against using the N-word?
Hell NO! He is NOT a real man either.
What would anybody expect from Bloomberg? Hug
Sharpton for the cameras, show solidarity against the evil powers of rogue
Police, it will get the vote out. I feel sorry for you guys in Blue. All you
try to do is just do your job, and come home at night to your family. Stand
straight and tall, because you guys a doing a great job. Thank you!
-Anonymous
Mumia is Innocent!
April, 2007
Mumia Abu-Jamal is an award-winning Pennsylvania
journalist who exposed police violence against minority communities. On
death row since 1982, he was wrongfully sentenced for the shooting of a
police officer. New evidence, including the recantation of a key eyewitness,
new ballistic and forensic evidence and a confession from Arnold Beverly
(one of the two killers of Officer Faulkner) points to his innocence! Mumia
had no criminal record.
For the last 25 years, Abu-Jamal has been locked
up 23 hours a day, denied contact visits with his family, had his
confidential legal mail illegally opened by prison authorities, and put into
punitive detention for writing his first of three books while in prison,
Live From Death Row.
His case is currently on appeal before the
Federal District Court in Philadelphia. Mumia's fight for a new trial has
won the support of tens of thousands around the world, including Archbishop
Desmond Tutu, Nelson Mandela, The European Parliament, Alice Walker, Paul
Newman, Maya Angelou, Sister Helen Prejean, Danny Glover, Rage Against The
Machine, the Detroit and San Francisco City Councils, Amnesty International,
and many others. Mumia Abu-Jamal's fate rests with all those people who
believe in every person's right to justice and a fair trial.
"I remain innocent. A court cannot make an
innocent man guilty. Any ruling founded on injustice is not justice. The
righteous fight for life, liberty, and for justice can only continue." Mumia
Abu-Jamal , Oct. 31, 1998
Facts about Mumia's 1982 trial:
* The policeman was killed with a 44 caliber
gun. Abu-Jamal's gun which he was licensed to carry as a night-time taxi
driver, was a 38 caliber.
* The police never tested Abu-Jamal's gun to see
if it had been recently fired. They never tested his hands to see if he had
fired a gun. They have never shown Abu-Jamal 's gun to be the fatal weapon.
* No police officers present at Abu-Jamal's
arrest claimed to have heard Jamal's "confession" until two months after it
allegedly occurred. This was right after Abu-Jamal had filed police
brutality charges.
* Abu-Jamal's doctor said that Abu-Jamal, who
was unconscious, said nothing. He reported that a nurse found police with
loaded guns pointed at Mumia as he lay unconscious in his hospital bed.
* William Singletary, a Vietnam veteran and
local businessman, saw the whole incident and has testified that Abu-Jamal
was not the shooter. However, the police forced him to change his story and
intimidated him into leaving Philadelphia.
* Other key witnesses, such as Veronica Jones --
who now testifies in support of Abu-Jamal, were harassed into giving false
testimony. Two prosecution witnesses were given special favors, including
exemption from criminal prosecution, for their testimony.
Elements in an unfair trial:
* The Judge, Albert Sabo, sentenced more people
to death than any other sitting judge in the US.
* The public defender didn't interview a single
witness in preparation for the trial, and didn't have funds for defending a
capital case.
* The prosecutor removed 11 qualified African
Americans from the jury. He also argued for the death penalty because of
Mumia's membership in the Black Panther Party, a practice later condemned as
unconstitutional by the US Supreme Court.
* The racial bias of Philadelphia's courts has
resulted in 120 people on death row, all but 13 non-white.
NJLawman.com Response:
Your facts are self-serving and cherry picked. You now have supporters
of the MOVE group defecting and advocating for Officer Faulkner. Your
resources and pool of supporters for Mumia are dwindling. It's time to
go out and find a new murderer to worship or maybe even a job. Good
luck to you.
-NJLawman.com
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Following the Trooper Higbee
Case
April, 2007
The following is my opinion surrounding the
circumstances of the accident involving Trooper Higbee.
I strongly believe that this poor guy is getting
railroaded for trying to do his job. What happened was an unfortunate
accident, and my sympathy goes to the family of the deceased. But is it
really fair to hang this guy? why isn't the Law enforcement community
stepping up for our brother as this injustice unfolds?
Had this been anyone other than a cop, this
would have been viewed as a horrible and tragic accident, but certainly not
criminal. My thoughts and prayers to Trooper Higbee and his family.
Anonymous Patrolman (ret.)
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
April, 2007
Doing your job is fine young man, but don't just
spend your whole shift looking for motor vehicle stops or warrant arrests.
Patrol..again..patrol your district, the alleys, the parks the side streets.
Be ready to roll when the burglary in progress comes in, not tied up
transporting some rinky dink warrant arrest when someone's house is getting
broken into.
The veteran officers are the guys who have been
there, faced the armed guys, been in the scuffles and been there for the
past 20 years. We know what its like to wait that extra 2 or 3 minutes for
backup when real stuff (that some young guys haven't seen yet) goes down...
THAT is what pace yourself means. Do your job
but don't get carried away with the little things
-Anonymous Patrolman
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
April, 2007
Just a comment on "The New Breed Isn't Cutting
It" rebuttal by Anonymous Patrolman.
It irks me that on duty officers don't give
citations to off duty officers. These are individuals who obviously
committed an infraction and deserve to be ticketed. I know, I know, "all the
hard work...low pay...sacrifice...life on the line" story, but from that
perspective: if you are unhappy with your job, find another.
In short, you commit a crime or infraction, you
deserve to be called on it--law enforcement or not. Period!
-Anonymous Patrolman
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
March, 2007
As a police officer who is of the "new breed" (2
years on,) I make sure to always extend courtesy to another officer whenever
it is possible. I would never even dream of writing a fellow officer a
summons. All I expect is to receive the same courtesy in return; not to have
an off-duty officer waive his badge out the window when I have them stopped
and proceed to take off. I also don't believe in handing out summonses like
Halloween candy, they are there for the ignorant people who deserve them.
As for senior officers, I respect their
knowledge and their advice when it is given. I don't believe they should be
regarded as obsolete dinosaurs. What does frustrate me is when a senior
officer tries to demotivate me from being proactive for the sake that they
want to have a relaxing week on the midnight shift. They tell me not to burn
myself or ask me what I am trying to prove.
The one best feeling I can say about being a
police officer is that of pride. I think that if I only went on the road to
drive around aimlessly and answer the calls I am dispatched to and nothing
more, then I have failed. I would rather listen to a senior officer giving
me crap for locking up a drunk at 4 a.m., rather then letting that person go
all because that senior officer had to come back me up on the stop and would
have rather been "relaxing."
Is it wrong that I am motivated to perform the
job I swore to do?
-Anonymous Patrolman
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
March, 2007
To the “New Breed” who responded amiably
revealing their values of “the old way”.
I want to thank you all for disclosing what a
buffoon (I’m being kind) this particular officer is who would have the
audacity to write a fellow officer or a family member a motor vehicle
summons. This idiot associates issuing a MV summons to a crime of the
highest magnitude.
I emphatically agree with you there are
situations where officers cannot and should not avoid taking action, such as
a DWI accident or incidents involving Domestic Violence. But again, I was
only referring to minor motor vehicle violations.
This should not be the values of the “old way”
it is only Professional Courtesy, a tradition that has always connected the
“bond” of our chosen profession. I also know the academy’s are brain washing
the recruits to be robots with no discretionary capabilities, but I believe
the academy’s main focus is the “blue wall of silence”. You hit the nail on
the head when you indicated “this idiot should write himself a ticket every
time he exceeds the speed limit” or better still start tagging his family
members then tell them why.
But this POS will never reveal his identity or
his department for fear of exactly this. I wish “the entire new breed” a
safe and prosperous career in law enforcement, for you have taken that first
step in a tradition that distinctively bonds and unifies our profession like
no other.
-Anonymous
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
March, 2007
The New Breed IS cutting it just fine!!!
Let me start off with one obvious retort, I am
not a beat cop, never have been, never yearn to be really. I am what you
would call (most would anyway) an IA rat! Yep, pretty much. I am on with a
State Agency and we investigate (my unit) cops!
I know many guys/gals OTJ and rarely ever see
them acting out of school. They, remember, are the product of their FTO and
nothing else. If the FTO issues a citation to another officer, well, what in
the world do you think the "newbie" will do? I have been given the benefit
of the doubt at least once by a rookie officer and I appreciate the fact
that they are OTJ, absorbing like sponges and most are keeping their noses
clean.
-Anonymous
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
February, 2007
In reference to ''cops targeting cops'' if you
are so much by the book that you will give another ''cop'' a ticket for a
minor traffic offense then the next time you drive your car over the speed
limit or commit a traffic violation, GIVE YOURSELF A TICKET.
-Anonymous
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
February, 2007
I am also part of the new breed and I would
never write a fellow cop a ticket or bust his chops. For you to say that if
another cop is caught speeding he or she should get a ticket is ridiculous.
Its called professional courtesy. Most businesses give an employee discount,
and this is ours. We don't write each other or family members tickets. We
are supposed to look out for each other because god knows that the general
public don't care.
I do admit though, that there are situations
that an officer cannot avoid taking action against a fellow officer. If a
fellow officer is involved in a domestic dispute or a DWI accident there's
not anything you can do to help him out.
I hope there are not a lot of new cops like you
that don't show professional courtesy.
-Another young blood that values the old ways.
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
February, 2007
I’m elated that one of the “New Breed” has
submitted a rebuttal to my comment pertaining to the new breed of idiots
that are being hired in law Enforcement. Let’s break down the mentality of
his/her rebuttal.
First: “I am part of the new breed and correct
me if I'm wrong but when did the old breed become above the law? Regardless
if you are an officer or not all citizens should be treated equally. If you
are caught speeding you should get a ticket. If you are committing a
criminal act you should be held accountable. See where I am going with this?
Instead of complaining you should look at your self in the mirror and ask
yourself if you are a true peace officer?
Giving a summons idiot is discretionary, the law
allows you to either write the infraction, or allow the violator to leave by
issuing a verbal warning or in some jurisdictions a written warning. A motor
vehicle violation is not a criminal act, which is why we have title 2C as
opposed to title 39. It sounds like you never heard of the word “discretion”
so let me explain it to you; it means judgment, prudence, preference,
freedom of choice, option, diplomacy and maturity. None of which you have
and will never have espeially “maturity”.
Second: “Instead of complaining you should look
at your self in the mirror and ask yourself if you are a true peace officer?
To me it sounds like bending the law is normal procedure for you. Trust me
it's time for you to take your pension and get out and let us Real Police
Officers show the old breed how it's supposed to be done. No one is above
the law and I mean no one. Every single human being should follow the Law
regardless of their profession or relationship to a professional. In
addition, on a personal note if the old breed weren't so corrupt there would
not be a need to file complaints”.
Again idiot, were talking about a motor vehicle
violation not a criminal act. “Bending the law”, you are the typical police
officer that would lock up someone for spitting on the sidewalk and except
to get an award citation from your department. I hope I’m the officer who
pulls you over for a “motor vehicle violation” so I can hear you say “please
officer give me the ticket, I deserve it, no one is above the law” Give me a
break, you proved to all “beyond a reasonable doubt” you are not fit to wear
the uniform. Your comments are typical of the mentality and maturity of the
compost that is being hired today. I guess you will have to look up that
word too "New Breed"
New Jersey Needs to Expand
Veteran's Preference (Rebuttal)
February, 2007
I am the proud disabled vet and I would like to
explain to the forum exactly how I got the classification without getting
into many details.
Back in 1998 I was involved in an op in the
Balkan area. Needless to say I was injured on this op and yes I was in
danger. The injury was very stupid needless to say I simply tore my ACL in
my right knee. Now this mission was not in direct support of any of the
combat theaters specified by the New Jersey Civil Service Criteria.
Anyways to make a long story short I was discharged had my surgery did the
whole rehab thing and got a Disability rating of 30 percent. I already
checked with various agencies anything above 30 percent would disqualify you
from Becoming a law enforcement officer. Luckily I am right on the line. I
can still run, jump, and chase down the even the fastest criminals. I am
fully healed and having a disability rating does not mean that I actually am
fully Disabled. Hope this answers a few questions you guys had.
-Anonymous
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
February, 2007
In reply to the new breed not cutting it I have
a few things to say. I am part of the new breed and correct me if I'm wrong
but when did the old breed become above the law? Regardless if you are an
officer or not all citizens should be treated equally. If you are caught
speeding you should get a ticket. If you are committing a criminal act you
should be held accountable. See where I am going with this? Instead of
complaining you should look at your self in the mirror and ask yourself if
you are a true peace officer? To me it sounds like bending the law is normal
procedure for you. Trust me it's time for you to take your pension and get
out and let us Real Police Officers show the old breed how it's supposed to
be done. No one is above the law and I mean no one. Every single human being
should follow the Law regardless of their profession or relationship to a
professional. In addition, on a personal note if the old breed weren't
so corrupt there would not be a need to file complaints.
-Anonymous
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
(Rebuttal)
February, 2007
1. Blame the academies that tell rookie's "No
One Gets a Break." "When your out on the road, You're in charge!" "I've got
a magic ticket book, It doesn't stop writing until the pen's dry." All that
lovely police ideology that makes you think your god the day you graduate.
2. Blame yourselves for not helping a rookie
understand the error of his ways. I don't advocate violence but a blanket
party never killed anyone. (We've all been the rookie at one point. It took
learning from some of the best cops out there to change it.)
3. Give them a bit of slack like a puppy, pull
hard on the leash when they get salty.
4. Don't give 18 year olds a gun, badge, and a
car and say "Go Get 'Em!" Kids are kids, and they will do stupid things. I
started my career at 18 and I can assure you I did many a stupid thing.
FTO's Are IMPORTANT that they do their jobs and make a good cop out of a
rookie. I work for a department that had damn good FTO's to help me.
-A Youngblood that value's the old ways.
The New Breed Isn't Cutting It
February, 2007
I've been on the job for over 30 years and this
"new breed" for the past 10 years has been a disappointment.
The majority of the officers hired today are not
fit to wear the uniform. They have no reverence for other officers, no
admiration for the job itself, issuing tickets to officers and their family
members, signing criminal complaints against other officers, shall I go on?
If these officers did these acts 20 years ago,
their careers would have been over fast. No officer or supervisor would talk
to them and back-up would be nonexistent. Ask any police officer who has
been on the job for a while and was stopped by this “new breed” or has to
deal with these idiots on the job. I still have deep respect and admiration
for the job but today it’s only as good as the people we hire.
Also, beware if you confront one of these idiots
and try to change his/her ideology; a harassment complaint will be most
likely filed against you.
-Anonymous
Cops Targeting Cops
February, 2007
There is a major problem within New jersey's law
enforcement. It's what I have termed cop-on-cop crime.
Its when law enforcement personnel target other
LEO's for either personal vendetta's or professional advancement of both.
Currently, despite the plethora of government
agencies in NJ designed to combat corruption, not one has stepped forward to
help stop the targeting of innocent police officers. And its just not in
South NJ, its across the State and across the LEO profession, from local to
State.
How has this come about, other than greed and
petty jealousies on the part of the bad apples? Apathy and blind ignorance.
NYPD leads the way in police solidarity. NJ leads the way is fragmentation
of it. No more do you see hundreds of LEO's coming to the aid of wrongfully
accused brothers and sisters. Instead, they step aside and allow their
"comrades in arms" to take it full on, alone.
NJ LEO must act to force for a true State level
Internal Affairs unit. One staffed by LEO's whose integrity is beyond
reproach, who can't be bought with promotions, or pay advances. Officers who
have always cared first and foremost about the JOB. We used to be able to
say there were only a few bad apples spoiling it for the rest, now its the
opposite.
We need a new police organization other than the
FOP and the PBA.
We need a pool of REAL lawyers trained and
dedicated in defending LEO's and not trying to simply get in and out.
We need REAL solidarity.
Who am I you may ask to profess to have such
expertise? I am a former police sergeant, and only former for all the above
reasons. I have proven, from the inside out, as a victim and as a trained
professional LEO veteran, how no one is safe. This may be the single most
important post for the future of NJ's LEO's.
For more details, if only to prepare yourself
and train yourself, go to my website:
www.SouthJerseyJustice.com
Dale M. Baranoski
Mt. Laurel, NJ
609-284-4574
Hicaliber2002@aol.com
Racism within the Ranks?
(Rebuttal)
February, 2007
Racism within the ranks does exist. Just because
you put on the uniform does not mean the racism stops at the door. If your
not a minority then you would not understand. I'm on the job as a
police officer and see it everyday.
Police Officer
New Jersey Needs to Expand
Veteran's Preference (Rebuttal)
February, 2007
To proud disabled vet:
Can you explain to me and the rest of the forum
how you can be a disabled vet, receive everything disabled vets receive from
this country but yet are OK enough to become a police officer?
-Anonymous Hopeful
In reference to the article on December 2006
about expanding veterans preference, the bottom line is ""YOU WERE NOT IN A
COMBAT ZONE AND YOU WERE NOT IN DANGER"" that is the difference. You may
have served with honor but the bottom line is you were not in a campaign
that the DOP considers a combat zone.
-Anonymous
Racism within the Ranks?
(Rebuttal)
February, 2007
This is in response to the Racism within the
Ranks letter.
Isn't it possible that the cop you were dealing
with was just an a**hole?
Why does everything that happens bad to certain
persons of color have to be about your race? I'm a white guy.
When I'm denied a loan or pulled over or treated rudely by a sales clerk
what can I blame it on?
I don't doubt that there is racism out there.
I just think that you guys should stop going right to the race card every
time something doesn't go your way.
-Frustrated White Officer
Racism within the Ranks?
February, 2006
It still lives.
I am a African-American male officer with 15
years experience in law enforcement (County Corrections).
On Dec 14 2006 in South Jersey I was involved in
a incident that I still can't believe happened to me. I have never been
approached by a police officer in such a abrasive manner before. To be
questioned by this officer the way that I was, made me feel like a common
criminal. Questions such as (Do you have a problem ? Do you have a problem
with me, it appears you do? It appears that you do, Do you ?) All if
these questions were done in a way to provoke a incident. These questions
were after my friend and myself ID ourselves as law enforcement officers. I
have traveled the world, served my country I have never felt so disrespected
by a individual in my entire life. Because if he treats me like that what
will he or what has he done to other African-American people in that town.
BCJ
Corrections Officer
Added by Same Author
After reading your reply I realized that I left
out the most important detail of the incident. My friend who was in the car
with me and was the driver is White and was not treated in the same manner
as I was. After the incident he made a comment that this was the first time
he had seen racism like that. While it is true that some people do go right
to the race card when things go wrong, you know it must have been bad for
the White person involved to make that comment.
BCJ
Corrections Officer
New Jersey Needs to Expand
Veteran's Preference
December, 2006
I served in the United States Marine Corps
active duty And The Army National Guard. I did not serve in a Combat Theater
but I'm still a Patriot and would lay down my life if my country needed me
but why is it that in this great State of New Jersey I can not get Veterans
preference for the civil service test?
Granted I know that those that saw combat
deserve to get preference over those who did not. All I'm asking is why is
it that New Jersey can not recognize the fact that I served with honor.
I'm also a Disabled Veteran who incurred an injury while on active duty but I
get no recognition what so ever.
When I see my Test results for the LEE and I see
Non-Veteran it really irks me. I Have nothing but the utmost respect
for those who saw combat but come on Do my test results really need to say
Non-Veteran I believe that's a slap in the face. It is my opinion that our
State Government can at least enact a law that can recognize our service.
Combat Veterans first, Disabled Veterans second, and then regular veterans
that have served their country honorably. I do not want the preference that
our Combat Veterans get all I want is the the respect the every Service
member or former Service member deserves. I ask My State Government this
serious question ...Can I least be acknowledged?
-Proud Disabled Vet
To all NJ Police Department
Hopefuls...
October, 2006
All we do is complain about all hiring process
issues, past records, hiring age etc.
We are such a high number that can in fact do
something about it. We can align together make a difference by doing
workshops and meetings to figure out a way how we can contact the NJDOP
commissioner and other high rankings political officials. After all we
and our families can make a difference as we are all voters
If you agree and want to do something about it
write to me at
jaysonbarreiro@yahoo.com.
-Police Department Hopeful
Enough with the Criticizing of
Veterans Preference
September, 2006
In response to the gentleman who is tired of
veterans. Stop complaining about the system and serve your country. No one
stopping you from joining the military and serving like we did.
If you have been trying for five years now, you
could have already completed a four year enlistment and about 3-4 tours in a
combat zone like we all did. If you want to serve your community, serve
your country first. It's the best way for showing your community service
oriented.
-A Police officer & Marine Gunnery Sgt. USMC
Joanne Chesimard's Time May Be
Running Out
August, 2006
No need to fret any longer my fellow brothers
and sisters.
Joanne Chesimard will be coming home very soon!
CASTRO was just issued his one-way ticket to
hell!!!
-Anonymous
Joanne Chesimard is Innocent
(Rebuttal)
July, 2006
This is in reference to the ”Joanne Chesimard is
Innocent” article.
You end your article with the sentence. “This is
a terrible site to be posing as a true law enforcement site”. Are you even a
police officer? Do you even know a police officer?
I think you need to get off your high horse and
do some research on the subject before you start preaching.
This case has to do with cold blooded murder,
not race or political affiliation. A brother had fallen and the “RACE” card
was played. She is guilty and is nothing more then a coward who hides behind
the image of political freedom fighter. Right from her web site, she states
“I am an ex political prisoner, and I have been living in exile in Cuba
since 1984”.
You are a waste of a human that has been living
in fear since 1984. I dare you to return to New Jersey.
I see that she changes her name from Joanne
Chesimard to Assata ("she who struggles") Shakur ("the thankful one"). I
think she should change her name to ("she who murders") and ("the mentally
warped one").
This is to NJLAWMAN. I placed a blog on the
Assata Shakur website. It was removed right away. If she does not want to
hear from us, why do we have to hear from her?
NJLawman.com Response
Your thoughts have been noted.
We receive a lot of hate mail regarding our
articles and posts regarding Chesimard. Occasionally, we even get one
or two that can be understood or that aren't completely filled with seething
profanity. We post them to keep the conversation going. As long
as the conversation is going, no one will forget how much we want the piece
of excrement sitting in a New Jersey prison.
Misplaced Loyalties (Rebuttal)
July, 2006
I have been a cop for many years & a motorcycle
rider even longer. Every time I meet other bikers, or bike clubs, oftentimes
they are cops. Equally, I don't need to tell any of you that every precinct
in the nation has a higher percentage of motorcycle riders/enthusiasts than
probably any other profession.
Far from being an outlaw gang/criminal
enterprise in the mold of the Hells Angels or Pagans etc. the Legion of
Doom MC is a club pure & simple, and nothing more. Similar to many fraternal
organizations it maintains principles of respect to fellow members, codes of
acceptable behavior and a sense of fellowship.
Is it any surprise therefore that any Police
Officer (not to mention Marines, Firemen, EMT's & Schoolteachers?) finds
these characteristics appealing?
Perhaps the author of "Misplaced Loyalties"
piece needs to look more closely at his own actions and those of his
colleagues, and focus on the real gangs who are causing so many problems in
society - NOT a group of law abiding adults who were unfortunate enough to
have an otherwise good night messed up by this Bayonne cop and his dubious
personal agenda and M.O.
In fact, the Legion Of Doom respects all law
enforcement officers, and would not hesitate to help a "fellow officer" or
anyone else if they were in trouble.
I would hope that any experienced cop seeing a
group of obviously tough guys would elect to approach the situation
accordingly.
-Anonymous
Juveniles on a Rampage
July, 2006
I'm sure you've noticed lately? The increase in
violence specifically in the used to be quiet towns like the shore areas.
The shootings, stabbings, rapes, purse snatching and everything else.
Juveniles have zero respect for authority.
Wonder why?
Thanks to the lawyers they have pretty much
crushed everything we can use to prevent this crap from coming to those
areas. More and more violence is to be expected... Thanks lawyers.. hope its
not your family that has an unfortunate encounter and have to call police
for help. Good work! Hope the paycheck was good!
There are some good lawyers out there. Some.
-Anonymous
Police Officer Bill of Rights
June, 2006
Does anyone agree with me that we need a law
that stops the appointing authority from conducting an internal disciplinary
hearing?
I mean a panel of neutral, outside fact finders
should conduct these hearings.
There are hundreds of officers throughout new
jersey that wait for up to two to three years to be reinstated.
if there was a fair hearing process, right from
the start, the horrible time delays and complications in the administrative
courts, merit review board and appellate divisions could be easily avoided
by having the local level hearings conducted fairly.
-Anonymous
Joanne Chesimard is Innocent
May, 2006
Assata Shakur is, in all likely hood an innocent
woman who deserves asylum. She was arrested and tried based on her race and
political affiliations. This is a terrible site to be posing as a true law
enforcement site.
-Anonymous
NJLawman.com Response
Firstly, her name is Joanne
Chesimard. Why that seems to offend you and her other brainwashed
supporters is a mystery.
You claim she is innocent. In the same
breath, you and the other followers also claim that Clark Edward Squire ("Sundiata
Acoli" in your circles) is also innocent.
If this is the case, then please enlighten us as
to how was New Jersey State Trooper Werner Foerster was shot twice in the
head with his own weapon?
Find a new cause, sir. This one is getting
old.
-NJLawman.com
Are we safe in our Parks
and Forests?
May, 2006
Within Congressional District 5 alone, are 11
State Parks and Forests. Some contain National or State Historic sites such
as Ringwood Manor and the State Botanical Gardens at Skylands.
Our State Parks and Forests are under assault by
the so called Crotch Rockets (high speed motorcycles), all terrain vehicles
are tearing up Park and Forest property and leaving their garbage behind.
The problem of drugs and alcohol is a major concern as any Park Police
Officer will tell you. With Police Officer staffing about 40% below normal
and the unfortunate affair at Ringwood, they have legitimate concerns for
their own safety and the safety of the public. Funding should be provided to
ensure a Park Police Force that is at full strength with the ability to
Patrol and Control the lawlessness in our Parks and Forests. Instead of Pork
Barrel projects and increasing the size of a Park System that cannot be
managed as it now stands, provide a fully staffed and properly equipped Park
Police Force that has the ability to protect its self and the public using
the Parks and Forests.
Our Park Police need the full support of the
public and the government of the state of New Jersey
-Russell Hannah
-Citizen, WW2 Naval Combat Veteran
-Police in family and as friends.
'College Does not a Cop Make'
Rebuttal
May, 2006
In response to "college does not make a cop".
How about all the benefits that a person with a military background gets.
I'm pretty much sick and tired of losing out to a veteran who scored a 70 on
his/her civil service test. Those so called "street smarts" don't cut it for
you all the time. I back our country and our military 100%, but I believe it
is unfair for them to have an advantage. I know many friends who went into
the service to straighten themselves up, and have come out with almost the
same attitude they had going in. These individuals are the same one's that
have gotten hired and I will be the first to tell you are not qualified. The
hiring process in general is a joke, and I speak for many of us when I say
that it seems like a bad dream. You travel down one path and reach a
dead-end. I wouldn't be so upset if it was my first year or two trying. I
have been going through this process for 5 years now. I too scored a 97% on
my civil service test, and have not received one phone call in over a year.
I have spent countless hours of my time, and hundreds of dollars pursuing my
dream, which I am beginning to think is just that!
-Anonymous
Fed up with the Law Enforcement
Hiring Process in NJ Comment
March, 2006
This how bad it really is. A Chief’s test was
given by a New Jersey Police Department in Passaic County. Everyone that
wanted to take the test had to pay the normal examination fee of $50.00.
When the results came out the town decided to have three different list,
in-town, out of- town, and state wide. Only seven of the one hundred and
fifteen people that took the test were on the in-town list. Just over two
years passed and the last person on the in-town list was hired. This same
person was then removed from the academy. That means there is one opening
for the next academy class.
Before the next academy class was coming up, two
more police offices finished their leave and were finally off the books.
That brings the number up to three people they could send to the next class.
This police department decided not to send
anyone and have another Chief’s Test right away. Basically, if you are not
from the town, you are NOT hired but they open the test up to everyone. What
a great way to make about six thousand dollars. I also hear from a very
reliable source that one of the “BIG-WIGS” from the town had a relative that
was on the list and did not live in the town. He has since moved in to the
town, I wonder who will get hired right away. Another town had a Chief’s
Test and they knew the two people they were hiring before the test was
given. Just under three hundred people took the test for two jobs that were
already filled.
Seems fair, right. So the best way to get hired
in New Jersey is to know someone.
-Anonymous (because of backlash)
Arming Probation Officers
As a NJ Probation Officer, it frustrates me that
NJ Probation Officers are not allowed to be armed because of the NJ
Judiciary. Yet, police, corrections, and parole are armed. We deal with the
same scumbags on a daily basis.
Please support the NJ state bill to move
Probation under the NJ DOC. This state will wait until a PO is killed in the
line of duty before they give us firearm.
-NJ Probation Officer
Response to NY Senator
Pushing Bill Requiring Officers to Only Shoot to Wound (Arms or Legs) and
Charging Officers with Manslaughter for Violations
March, 2006
Once again we have found another politician that
speaks through his main body part and that is the part that he sits on.
Generally, that is made of "Paper" and that part is a swish to begin with.
It seems that this person isn't skilled in nor
has any knowledge of Police work, the safety factors and the danger to the
public that his idiotic purposed bill eludes too.
We learn in Police Academy that we have certain
responsibilities one of which is the right of discretion. The right of
writing a summons or not to give or just issuing a warning etc.
There is a more pressing responsibility and that
is when we are up against an armed adversary and we have exhausted all
avenues of reason and are faced with a life or death situation we have been
given the right to take a life. As difficult as it sounds and how hard it is
to try and explain to someone who's mind is as clear as "Saran wrap" and
cannot understand what that means (such as our idiotic Politician) it isn't
easy!
No one ever said it was being a Police Officer.
We see the dregs of humanity the curbside happenings the crap at the bottom
of a bottomless pit. We have to live with this, see this everyday and then
try and not take it home with us. But
not to take anything away from it, we asked for it.
We raised our hand and swore an oath to do our
part in enforcing and carrying out the law. We live and some of us die by
that oath. Look at some of the skells who have fought us and are now are
enjoying the fruits of the system. They live in sort of luxury getting
education's, body building and enjoying all the comforts of three squares a
day and warm clothes. They even get to complain if their favorite program
isn't on TV or cable.
This Politician can't be serious or he is just
dumb or ignorant of what it takes to even draw down on a person and then try
and hit the Tee Zone before he shoots back or before the Skell hurts someone
else.
And what if the officer shoots trying to hit an
arm or a leg, what happens if he misses and the bullet bounces away and hits
someone else. Think shooting at someone and trying to hit their arm or leg
is easy. It's hard enough to try and hit them where your supposed to.
Doesn't he know that we have certain rules that
must be followed, some rules that are drilled in our heads at the academy on
what to and what not to do? Doesn't' he know that if we screw up and shoot
too soon we are called murders and the neighbor hood goes out and glorifies
the Skell and makes him or her the hero and us the goat. If we react too
soon the public and the All Mighty Media has a field day and all Police
Officers are put on trial. In the morning news paper and on TV and radio.
Reactionaries are the first top speak out.
Al "The Rev" Sharpton with his slicked down hair
and thousand dollar suits (that are funded by poor people looking for a
hero) and the Rev (I loosely call him a man of God) Jesse Jackson are the
first to come to the side of the Skell who could be the worst person on the
block, but after they get through with painting the picture of a down
trodden ghetto raised youth who was led astray by the perils of the human
race has now become a saint and deserving of a bronze statue in their honor
erected in Central Park for all to see.
Mr. Politician stick to another line of work.
Try reading tea leaves, sell books, work in a restaurant or load trucks do
something else because as a legislator you stink. As a role model you are
the worst, as an informed politician it is 'expected' like I said you talk
like a man with a paper A--- H---- and before you open your mouth again and
vomit out stupid statements you should read up on Police Work, go to the
Police Academy sit in a class with recruits listen to their Q & A's and dam
it man try and walk a mile in our shoes for once and not those silk slippers
you are wearing now.
There should be an outcry from every PBA every
district and every precinct in the city. This guy should never be elected
again. I don't think he can say his comments were taken out of context,
because they are specific. I'm sorry this stuck in my craw and I had
to reply.
Heed these words, "We all go home at the end of
our tour [shift] and we will all stay safe" so help us God!
Dominick DOnofrio
Retired Chief
Lodi Police Department NJ
Fed up with the Law Enforcement Hiring Process in NJ
I think NJ is an absolute disgrace with the
way they hire Law Enforcement. Its not how qualified you are, it comes down
to how connected you are. I personally am a US Army veteran, college
graduate, and a former police officer in another state, and have had no
chance of getting hired with any of the PD's I have applied to in NJ. It
amazes me when I see such unqualified, out of shape, pencil necks walking
around with a badge and gun. I can't believe that these departments aren't
embarrassed of there officers. The Officers that are "Squared Away" are
usually the ones that have busted there butts for years with outstanding
backgrounds, and have paid there way through the academy with the last hope
that they might finally get hired. It shouldn't be like this. Being hired as
a Police Officer should be based on qualifications, job experiences, etc.
All qualified individuals should have a fair chance!! I hope one day being a
cop in NJ means you earned it, not asked someone to get you the job. As for
me, I am trying to figure out another career.
-Anonymous
Less than Lethal Force Coming!.....Well, maybe
Less lethal options may soon be available to
law enforcement.
It appears that the AG may approve certain
less lethal weapons for police officers... I don't have much faith in the
system, but I would like to see this before I retire.
Maybe the AG could make a decision on this
before 2010.
-Anonymous
Take Nepotism Out of the Law Enforcement Hiring
Process
Lets stop all the nepotism in the hiring
process for law enforcement. I have been trying for three years now to get a
position in law enforcement. I received a 97 on my civil service test, and
have not received even one call from any agency in over a year. I personally
know three people who scored much lower than me and are currently in the
academy. I find this funny because all three have fathers who are somehow
affiliated with a freeholder or councilman. I am tired of seeing the same
last names on department employee lists. It wouldn't bother me as much if I
knew these people were qualified. I find it hard to believe that a stringent
background check is done on all these individuals. If a stringent check was
done I doubt very highly they would qualify. The process is just get very
frustrating and it seems even slightly open door gets shut very quickly.
-Anonymous
College Alone Does Not a Cop Make
Ok, once again we have people thinking that a
college degree is required to do the job of a police officer. Let me add
this. YOU NEED COMMON SENSE and STREET SMARTS. The issue about needing a
college degree is so the towns can justify a cops pay.
Even know our pay SUCKS!!! I've been on the
job for 13 years now, and I CAN TEACH SOMEONE WITH A DEGREE MORE ABOUT
POLICE WORK AND LAW THEN THEY WILL EVER LEARN IN COLLEGE. Now, I'm not
saying college is a bad thing, but the chiefs of police use it because they
are afraid to confront the towns and say NO A DEGREE ISN'T REQUIRED!!! HOW
ABOUT THE PEOPLE THAT COULDN'T AFFORD TO GO TO COLLEGE?
Maybe they should think about that. EQUAL
RIGHTS!! YEAH RIGHT!! If the chiefs of police would step up and start
voicing their concerns about this, it wouldn't be an issue. Is a college
degree nice to have SURE IS. Do you need it to do the job of a police
officer. NOT AT ALL. If you are going to go to college and get a 4 year
degree, WHY THE HELL WOULD YOU WANT TO BE A POLICE OFFICER. YOU COULD MAKE
TEN TIMES MORE MONEY SITTING BEHIND A DESK WORKING M+F with weekends off.
This whole thing about college has just got out of hand. I really feel for
the men and women out there that would make great police officers, but they
don't meet the requirements that the towns are asking for. It's a real
shame. Good luck to you all.
-Detective
RE: Being A Vet Doesn't Compensate for No College
in Hiring:
Maybe if there was some common sense all
things would be equal. There are so many restrictions, rules, and politics
involved in New Jersey Police hiring practices that its just bull. They find
ways to keep people down, even though they are worthy of jobs. You could be
a college grad also, and just get dumped on by the process. I think that NJ
should re-do every bit of the hiring process and make it a point based merit
system. Like if you have military, a degree, and former law enforcement
experience you should get a 10. if you have nothing you should get a zero.
Speaking also of which, civil service, and the chiefs test, are useless
except for those that are wanted by an agency. It may weed down candidates,
but honestly, most agencies know who they want, even before you take the
tests.
Oh well, changing the system would make
sense, but as we all know, when has NJ Government had any type of sense.
-Anonymous
Being a Vet Doesn't Compensate for No College in
Hiring?
Lets be fair with requirements for hiring.
I am a member of The United States Army who
is serving honorably. It really is going to be tough trying to apply with
several departments once I leave service. seeing that I don't have a college
degree. Is there any departments that will hire personnel that are
disciplined, in great physical shape, and ready to give his 100% to the job?
-Anonymous
Protect Police Dogs with Tougher Laws
Well, am not in law enforcement, but god
bless all that are. They are truly heroes. I didn't know where else to go to
voice my opinion on this but here. So this is what it is: Last night I was
watching World's Most Amazing videos and they were showing a section on
police dogs, and how they can help tremendously. I am a HUGE animal lover
and one footage they showed was a man inside a convenience store with two
shot guns, after hours of negotiating they released the police dog, and it
was instantly fired upon, wounding the animal...(which almost broke my heart
all together.) I guess first I want to ask what kind of charges that man
would be facing after such an act?
In my opinion he should be charged with the
same crime if that where a human being. The police dogs are just as much
part of the force as the officers and they should be treated as such.
Now, really I am a realistic when it comes to
animals, I eat meat, I understand the food chain, but it pains my heart so
much to see cruelty to animals, especially to the ones that are trained to
save lives
So if you could enlighten me on this, or at
least let me know who else I could ask, I would certainly appreciate it!
I hope God Blesses you with the warmest on
holidays for you and your family, and thank you again for making the world a
safer place.
-Anonymous
CO's Should Be Carrying, Period
I am responding to the editorial about New
Jersey CO's and the right to carry. I am active military, grew up in NJ,
have a brother in LE and friends that are CO's. I have experience in LE but
its a little different from local. I intend to leave the service and join
the ranks of the municipalities. Its hard for me to imagine CO's off duty
without a firearm. Sounds downright insane.
As a military man my weapon is my best friend
... to leave it home would be like going to a ballgame naked, but 100 times
worse. Couldn't imagine it. I feel for those fellas, for those fellas and
there families.
All I can say to those out there in this
circumstance is this ... put the pressure on, put it on any way you can, you
need your sidearm as do I. With enough persistence you will overcome
resistance. Let em know boys.
-Anonymous
Change the NYPD Residency Requirement
I think there should be more than just a very
high score to get certified and interviewed by an appointing authority,
because a cop is born not made by college or high scores. Also NYPD should
hire and allow officer to live out of state and without college because a
lot of states and towns that are dangerous are low in man power due to all
these qualifications. I'm sure a lot of us are more than willing to
get into any department and do the job we all dream of.
Write to me if you agree at
jaysonbarreiro@yahoo.com
-Anonymous
Police Ten Codes Being Phased Out Nationwide
I agree with the article concerning the ten
codes. It has always amazed me how neighboring towns can have completely
different ten codes. Before retiring, I worked in a town bordering three
other towns which all had different code meanings. Many years ago I
mentioned to my chief to bring this problem up at the County and State
Chief's Association meetings. Of course, nothing was done. Times have
changed due to Homeland Security, and multiple jurisdictions now work
together with Rapid Deployment Teams. For this reason I believe everyone
should be on the same page.
Stay Safe,
Retired
Make the College Requirement for Applicants
Consistent
Either "all" NJ residents aspiring to become
P.O.'s have college degree's or no one should. The chief of Police and most
of the cops in my town over 40 do not have any college???
Fair...??I think not!~
-Anonymous
Willing to Help Families of Fallen Officers
I write articles for the families of police
officers killed in the line of duty to let them know common people remember
them and for the good things the police departments do. If anybody
would like copies please email me
jamesnowacki@yahoo.com
-Anonymous
Remembering Our Fallen Brothers
December 2, 2005
It has been a sad year for those who have
fallen in the battle to defeat the evils and injustices that we the police
protect the innocent from.
This year alone, I have attended five
officers funerals as a member of a small honor guard, and all are the same,
a grieving widow, crying sons and daughters, sullen faces of his/her fellow
officers, and sadness from both family and brethren. Nothing though, taught
in the police academy, nothing learned in life, can prepare you when you see
the pain and the anguish in their eyes. It gets to me every time, and surely
always will.
When I heard of the final moments of Police
Officer Dillon Stewart I was taken into a state of awe. Not only that he was
murdered while protecting others, but more so that even though he was dying,
he still kept fighting and aided in the capture of his murderer. He is a
inspiration to all officers, for his courage and bravery, and fulfilling his
duty despite being mortally wounded. I am deeply saddened that such a hero
has been lost. He will not be forgotten, and may his murderer get exactly
what he deserves.
I just wanted to say this Holliday season,
remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice, to keep you and yours
safe. Including those men and women protecting our nation in military
service, God Bless.
-ADHGM #815
A Time and a Place for Enforcing the 'Wear Your
Hat' Rule
November 28, 2005
Most of us are trained in the police academy
that wearing our cover is more professional and orderly then not, that a
simple hat adds to authority, and to intimidation. There are a lot of great
reasons to wear your cover..... unfortunately it sometimes interferes with
common sense.
For example: You respond to a serious MVA,
with an ejection. Your partner is a paramedic, and your both the first units
on scene. Mid call, while performing first aid on the ejected victim, your
director/chief pulls by. Rather than get out of the car and help? Rather
than rendering any form of assistance, he yells at you for not wearing your
cover... (IN THE MIDDLE OF AN ACCIDENT SCENE WITH INJURIES!!!)
I would just like to say.. if your an
administrator... use common sense. This doesn't only apply to the wearing of
a cover on calls... This also applies to how you treat those beneath you.
Remember what goes around... Comes around... It could be your family member
that gets in a severe accident... would you care whether the cop that's
helping them is wearing their cover? or would you complain...
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