I'm a non-US citizen interested to join US police force. Have any good advice for me?
93290
If it were me, I'd call a police department in a city that interests you, perhaps Los Angles, or San Francisco where they  pride themselves on having a diverse group of officers.. I'd ask them exactly what you're asking here, what their criteria for service is, if you have to be a citizen etc. The only other thing I could suggest is for you to approach one of the security services in Iraq that is in constant need of private police, and once you'd served with them for a year or so (if you survived,) you would probably have enough contacts to get seriously considered for a police force assignment in the U.S.A.
633324
I takes a few major things:\n\n    * a period of continuous residence and physical presence in the United States;\n    * residence in a particular USCIS District prior to filing;\n    * an ability to read, write, and speak English;\n    * a knowledge and understanding of U.S. history and government;\n    * good moral character;\n    * attachment to the principles of the U.S. Constitution; and,\n    * favorable disposition toward the United States. \n\nI became a citizen by means of my father.  The rules have changed I believe since I went through naturalization but I gained my citizenship by showing that my father resided in the US for a period of 7 years after he reached the age of 18.  This was easily done by procuring my father's college transcripts.  Apparently, it's a little easier now for children of Americans.  My father took the oath for me as I was under the age of 18 at the time but the only costs involved maybe amounted to $100.  I now have duel citizenship in Canada and the US.  If you do duel citizenship, you don't give one up when you're 18 btw. . .I'm a college graduate now and never have a received a call from the naturalization office telling me I had to give up any of my rights as a citizen of either country.  My mother is currently petitioning for citizenship and will be taking her test within the next few months.  The cost for hers is again, marginal at best but she's been here under a green card for a number of years and found it would be cheaper to get her citizenship than to continue to pay her greencard every 10 years.  For more information on the whole process you can visit:\n\nhttp://www.uscis.gov/graphics/services/natz/index.htm
813831
the united states is a police state.  the only option out is to move to another country.  while you are on united states soil the government can abuse you any way they see fit.  welcome to the land of the free.
772438
What has not been mentioned is that you must also complete and pass a POST (Police Officer Standards and Training) Academy.\n\nAnd Chrissy, you must be living in Mexico.
656253
Can you become an MP?  It would probably be worthwhile staying in the service longer if you can.  Can you start hanging out with MPs?  Do you have access to National Guard soldiers who may be police back home?  \n\nIf you can't become an MP, can you get into a job with some "nation building" capacity?\n\nDo you know what State you'd like to live in?  You could contact the state police academy there and ask for advice.  \n\nDo you know where you want to go to college?  Contact the Criminal Justice Department there and ask for advice.\n\nDon't know where you want to live or go to college?  Pick a couple places and as them.\n\nIf being a policeman doesn't work out, there are other security jobs you could do.  Work with a consulting company, be a private investigator, etc.\n\nAlso, you might as well try IOSCAR; it's free.  It asks you questions and suggests occupations based on your interests, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  It also has a lot of information on occupations and on the outlook for different occupations.\n\nhttp://www.ioscar.org/tx/\nhttp://www.ioscar.org/tx/ip/ipinstruct.asp\n\nGood luck!
443611
There are many factors involved in the interview process and you have not given me enough information to gauge your particular situation but the factors include country of origin, economic factors, relations in the States, will you have a financial source to support yourself, are you English-speaking (they will not admit it but it is a factor), your educational background, technical skills, moral and criminal background, immunity issues and character references.  Depending upon your criminal background you may be denied citizenship.  It will be heavily dependent also on your country of origin, and all of the other factors I have described.  But when you say  you "do not have good moral character" that pretty much precludes your getting citizenship.  I would rephrase that, get a good immigration attorney and apply from a non-controversial state for citizenship if you can reposition yourself.  Also, I would try to get letters of reference, even personal ones, from Americans and local religious leaders, even twelve-step program proctors to show you have tried to better yourself.  No nation wants a liability so you need to market yourself better and show some portfolio of good references for the consular officials who will be upbraided should you cause problems stateside.  They do get in trouble when they OK someone they shouldn't or someone who causes crimes in the US so you need to make the decision for them to gamble on you.  You should also get local police records if you haven't already as they will need them.  If you can get a letter from your equivalent of our probation system that you have behaved, that would be good to.  Be prepared to have to provide documentation for everything and for a very lengthy interview process.
377078
The responsibility associated with a law enforcement career is significant; however, there is tremendous benefit and pride in serving and protecting others. Not only will you ensure the safety of citizens, but you will also uphold the law, and ensure that the rights of citizens are preserved. These responsibilities make this profession among the most important in maintaining the integrity of the laws created on the local, state, and federal levels.   \n  \n \n- Step One -\nYES!!  I Want to Be A Police Officer!!  \n \n\nThe first step in the testing process is to file an application and Abbreviated Background Questionnaire (ABQ) \n\nThe Abbreviated Background Questionnaire (ABQ) is a preliminary background review. This DOES NOT REPLACE the more extensive background review conducted for those applicants who receive a passing score on all four phases of the examination. However, this Questionnaire will be reviewed prior to scheduling candidates for the exam. PLEASE MAKE SURE THIS INFORMATION IS ACCURATE. This document must be completed and submitted to take the examination.\n\nThe requirements for filing an application follow:\n\nYou must be 20 years of age at the time of application and 21 years in order to be   appointed.  (No maximum age restriction applies). \n\nYou must possess a valid driver's license. \n\nYou must have a high school diploma, or GED equivalent. \nSome Require College or College credits\n\nYou must be a US Citizen. \n\nPrior police experience is not required.\n\n\n-Step Two-  \n \n\nIf your application and ABQ are approved, the Police Departent will notify you of the time and place to report for the four-phase examination. The phases of the examination follow:\n\n \nI.    Physical Capability (Pass/Fail)\nII.   Multiple Choice Examination (Pass/Fail)\nIII.  Writing Sample (Pass/Fail)\nIV. Oral Exercise \n  \nThe phases of the examination are numbered according to the order in which the exam will be graded.  The phases may not be administered in the order they are listed above.  Phases I, II, and III of the examination are administered as "hurdles".  Candidates who fail to pass a phase will not receive a score for subsequent phases.  A candidate must receive a passing score on all phases to be considered eligible.  Passing scores from Phase IV will determine the candidate's ranking on the eligible list.\n\nIn summary the standards for the Physical Capability test will measure the following:\n\nEVENTS\n STANDARD\n \n300 meter run\n 70 seconds\n \npush-ups\n 20 repetitions\n \nsit-ups\n 31 repetitions in one minute \n \n\nPhases I, II, and III are administered on a pass/fail basis only. Candidates who pass all four phases of the exam will be placed on the eligible list wholly on the basis of their Phase IV scores. Information sessions will be offered by Civil Service prior to testing, and we strongly urge you to attend one of these classes. There is no appeals process for the Civil Service test.\n \n \n- Step Three -  \n Candidates who score high enough on the Civil Service examination(s) to begin the selection process will be placed in one of three bands--90, 80, or 70--depending on their B-Pad test score.\n\nMilitary veterans who take this examination, upon presentation of appropriate documentation no later than the final day of testing, may be eligible for Veteran’s Preference credit.  \n\nAll candidates will be notified by the Police Department of their final test score(s) and successful candidates will be notified of the band to which they have been assigned.\n\n\nBeginning with the 90 band candidates, a personal history questionnaire will be provided to, and must be completed by the candidate.  The candidate will then be required to report to Police Headquarters for a pre-interview with a background investigator. Pictures, fingerprints, and waivers will be completed to assist in an extensive background investigation.  A polygraph examination and oral interview will be scheduled at this
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You would need to apply for citizenship, follow all the rules and requirements set out for you, never be arrested, and when it's your time, pass the test given and take an oath.  \n\nProbably much easier to marry an American but I'd think much more special to do it on your own.
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Get a license. To do that you must fulfil the requirements of your state! Go to your state laws on line!\n\nThede are ours\n\n   106-F:6 Application for License; Confidentiality. – All information provided by an applicant for a license under this chapter, other than the application date and the business address of the applicant, shall be kept confidential, unless such information is requested by a law enforcement agent engaged in the performance of his authorized duties. An applicant for any license issued under this chapter shall include the following in his application: \n    I. The name and address of the firm applying for a license, or the name and address of the applicant if an individual, and all partners, officers and major stockholders. \n    II. The name of the person primarily responsible for managing and conducting the business in this state. \n    III. The name of at least 3 unrelated persons to whom inquiry can be made concerning the applicant's character as to integrity and reputation for honesty. \n    IV. The applicant's record of felony convictions and misdemeanor convictions. \n    V. Information as to whether any prior or similar licenses have ever been issued to the applicant and if so, whether such licenses were ever revoked or suspended, in this or any other state. \n    VI. In the case of an applicant for an armed security guard or armed private detective license, 2 sets of the applicant's fingerprints taken at state police headquarters. \n    VII. Two photographs of the applicant taken at state police headquarters to be used for a photo license card issued by the commissioner of safety identifying the private detective or security guard holder and by whom he is employed. \n    VIII. In addition to the requirements of paragraphs I-VII, applicants for private detective licenses shall meet the following qualifications: \n       (a) Be a resident of the United States. \n       (b) Be at least 18 years of age. \n       (c) Have no record of violent misdemeanors, or theft, fraud, or felony convictions. \n       (d) Except for employees, possess: \n          (1) A minimum of 4 years' experience as a full-time law enforcement officer with a federal, state, county or municipal police department; or \n          (2) An associate of science degree or bachelor of science degree in criminal justice or fire service from an accredited college or university, and employment as a full-time investigator for a private detective agency for at least 2 years; or \n          (3) A minimum of 4 years' employment as a full-time investigator for a licensed private detective or private detective agency; or \n          (4) A minimum of 4 years' experience as a full-time firefighter and certification by the International Association of Arson Investigators. \n       (e) Provide verifiable documentation of his qualifications at the time of application for a license. \nSource. 1977, 582:1. 1981, 389:4. 1987, 124:6, I(a); 205:1. 1990, 146:4, 5. 1991, 308:34. 1992, 139:3, eff. July 3, 1992.
644033
Where are you from?  You obviously have access to a computer.  Look up the USA immigration website and read all the information.  Download the forms, print them out, complete them and send them off.  Follow all the instructions and be prepared to jump through all the hoops, pay the fees, and you will be well on your way.  If you want it badly enough, you will be willing to do what is required and you will feel good about yourself, unlike how you will feel if you try to come into the country illegally.
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Don't join.  Every job from office clerk to mechanic can be sent to where the combat is.  Just because you aren't in an infantry unit doesn't mean the terrorists won't be trying to kill you.  Wearing the uniform isn't about looking good; it's about defending a way of life.  Don't feel bad if this is not for you.  There are other ways to be patriotic without fighting.  Just being a good citizen and not breaking the law shows that you want something better for your country.
1109537
Gee... lets see, renounce your US citizenship, attempt to get an Australian citizenship, apply for boot camp with the Australian Army. Maybe if you get through all of these, then you will be accepted into their Army. \n\nBut, why?
190122
Check out the American Legion. I would go and apply.
1145961
Go to usajobs.gov.  You have to take a test.  Have college/military experience, be willing to move to the border, go to the glynco (academy) for 18 weeks, become fluent in spanish (or very good at it) and pass a background check.\n\nThe duties and descriptions will be listed on the vacancy announcement.  Also, you can go do google search on the border patrol website. The website should also have the vacancy announcements...
880486
Apply to become a citizen. Call immigration and they will tell you.
1044739
YES!!! In fact I served in the army (but I know this applies to ALL US military branches) with many people who did not have a US citizenship (and were not looking to GET one) who were in the military. Talk to your local recruiter they will help you go through the proper paperwork, IF you ARE looking to get US Citizenship joining the military can help actually speed up the process, and they encourage it!
546217
I have a few friends who are naturalized US citizens.  It's a long process that takes several years.  The website below is the homepage of the US government's Citizenship and Immigration Service.  The pdf link is an official handbook with common questions about immigration.  \n\nIf you're not in the US already, you could also visit the American embassy in your country and tell them that you're interested in becoming an American citizen.  The third link below is a list of US embassies and consulates around the world.