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Originally Posted by bkholdem
I know friends of cops who get passes on DWI's and AandB on a not infrequent basis. Do the cop friends of these cops get passes on this same behavior LESS often???
Things may not happen in your circle, that doesn't mean that they are not uncommon in other parts of the country and in other dept's, etc.
I speak from my experiences. Then again my experiences are probably tainted greatly by the fact that we're A) Non Union and B) work for an elected official, who'll can you with a startling quickness for any dishonorable behavior.
I work for a Dept that would be considered medium sized, in a suburban area. We're rather high paying, have an extremely good relationship with the local citizens, and a great reputation in the area. We have no need to hire candidates who do not fit in. As for the friends of friends getting out of DWI's thing, I live in Ga. Ga has locked up ATL Braves SS's, UGA Athletic Directors, several noted politicians, and a Chief of Police for DUI. It's taken extremely seriously here, as it rightly should be IMO.