A question to police officers.?

Question

I don't mean to be rude or offensive, this is a multi-part question, please answer honestly.

When you first became officers did you sense a loss of individuality, or maybe sensed you were being brainwashed?

Do you think most, some (about half), or few laws make sense and help more than they hurt society at large (think drinking age, penalties for drug abuse, etc.)?

Sidenote: Prescription drugs are just as abusable as other drugs (even OTC's now), I have a strong feeling that marijuana isn't responsible for even 1/3 of the fatalities, physical abuse and addiction alcohol is responsible for.

Do you think people that break the law are scum?

Do you think/know that police (and their families) get special treatment when it comes to the law being enforced on them, and if so, how do you justify that? Shouldn't the police lead by example?

Have you ever been more harsh with someone (while on duty) based on ethnicity or religious background?

Do you think the system needs to be revamped?TY

Answer 1

The loss I sensed after becoming a cop was compassion for many of the people that I dealt with. New cops want to help people and have a sense that they are making a difference. After you see people who want you to instantly fix problems they've created over several years, or call you names for enforcing laws that they are breaking, or get lied to by almost every person who has just broken the law, then it gets kind of old.

I think that when applied fairly and effectively, most of our current laws work quite well. There are problems with the justice system as a whole and things don't always work out in the best interest of justice. Most of the time though, if someone needs to go to jail, they've brought it on themselves.

I don't think that criminals are scum. I've met several who are very personable. But, their behavior and actions are the only causes of blame and when a person decides to violate a law then they should expect the consequences.

I can't say that I've ever consciously been more harsh with someone based on their race or religious preference. Anyone can break the law, regardless of those factors.

No system can be completely flawless, and changes are made all the time as morals and views of society change.

Answer 2

No I did not sense a loss of individuality or felt brainwashed. In fact, I felt a sense of being closer with my fellow workers than I had at any other job. Brainwashed? No.

I think that all the laws make sense. If they are there, they are there for a reason. Would I want a couple of laws changed or even taken out because of my own personal opinions? Of course.

On your sidenote, do a little reasearch when you want to post an opinion like that about the marijuana. That way you can actually be talking about facts instead.

No, I do not think that people that break the law are scum. People are people. They make mistakes. Some make bigger mistakes than others, and some make more mistakes than others. Some people just don't learn to take responsibility for themselves and what they are doing, so the keep breaking the law. No they are not scum.

No, police and thier families do not get special treatment when it comes down to it. In fact, if you notice in the laws that when a police officer commits certain crimes, the charge is actually enhanced up a level as if it were a regular civilian. How is that more special treatement?

If what you are referring to by special treatment is like saying that they let a cop go on a personal recognizance bond when they would normally set a large bond on someone else, then you are mistaken again because of your lack of facts. The only reason why you are paying attention to those specific stories is because they hit the headlines more than that of a regular civilian. You are not in the courtroom or jail when the civilians come in and get the same thing as that officer all the time.

No, I have not treated anyone harsher due to any reason, much less their ethnic or religious background. We are taught and also mandated that we are not allowed to use those factors (even though I wouldn't anyway) against anyone. There are laws protecting them from that, and who would I be if I broke the law. I would be a criminal myself.

I do think that the system needs a little revamping. I will admit that. However, I do believe that I would really take my justice system over that of any other country in the world.

I am sure that I am not going to get the best answer from this guy...haha

Answer 3

1. No sense of brainwashing or loss of individuality. You actually feel part of a very large family or brotherhood. You have an instant connection with other police officers no matter where in the world you meet them. It is a very good feeling to know that you are working with people who would without hesitation put themselves at risk to help you.

2. I think that most laws are reasonable, I think that they need to change with society (ie. homosexuality used to be illegal) Weed isn't physically as harmful as some drugs but I do buy into the whole "gateway" drug idea. Drinking age is 19 here (Ontario, Canada) and although most start a little younger, I still think that it is a reasonable age.

3. Some people who break the law ARE scum (child molesters, rapists, people who break into houses). There are many that have just made stupid mistakes and learn from them and move on.

4. Most of us do lead by example, and crimes that are committed by officers are aggressively prosecuted and pushiments are often harsher, as we are held up as examples (at least that has been my experience around here)

5. I have never, ever been more harsh on someone based on colour or creed, and I do say that in all honesty. I am harsher on people who are disrespectful to me and are uncooperative irregardless of colour/religion (ie. nice/cooperative people are more likely to get a break on a speeding ticket than someone who yells at me and calls me names)

6. Systems created by imperfect people are imperfect. The system always has and will need continuous re-vamping.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

No I felt a overwhelming sence of fraternity. only cops know what its like to be one it is a very closed society and yes cops take care of other cops and family, no one else would, by example of your questions. you are not a fan of police. I deal with people as people. If they wanted to fight I had no problem, but It was always easier to start out nice. I worked in a really bad area for 20 years I truly believe that cops are born and. I might add that I am a supporter of the code