I will soon be testing for numerous Police Departments and I have some concerns regarding the background investigation. I have no felonies, no misdemeanors, one infraction from over a decade ago, and a couple of traffic tickets the last one being back in 2002. The problem is that back in my early twenties I used drugs on a regular basis. I have never used heroin or cocaine, but I did use meth and marijuana. I have not taken any type of illegal substance in almost ten years. For the past 6 years I have been employed as an EMT in a 911 setting, volunteered as a mentor to kids going through foster placement, and have graduated from college. I feel that I have done everything in my power to become a better person and a good candidate for employment as a police officer. The drug issue is really bothering me though. Do I have a chance? I know that this is a frequently asked question. Any feedback would be GREATLY appreciated.
Thanks guys!
2007-03-01
15:19:41
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gerald k
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