For the ones that are actively applying,

I have been cruising around and noticed an answer that is consistent in almost every one's posts. " go and axe "!

I have done alot of things to prep for the process of being hired but one thing has been haunting me. I was unclear whether some bad decisions I made as a juvenile would actually disqualify me from the Florida Highway Patrol. So... I put my suit on and my comfortable "man-shoes" and I went down there to ask. 

The recruiter/ backround investigator was kind, professional, perceptive and I had a great conversation with her. I went down there expecting the worst but hoping for the best and I left that office feeling rejuvinated and encouraged. 

My question was answered and I'm not dead!

To all that are not sure of something...seriously go and ask. It won't kill anyone, I promise. 

And I was beginning to think our advice was falling on deaf (or plugged?) ears!

To the OP- Thank you for sharing! This may be one of the most important and informative threads ever posted on here!

And because you have demonstrated a willingness not only to heed the advice offered, but the ability to follow through on it as well, I vote you get a free pass on a "homework" question.  Well done grasshopper....

By doing it your way hannah you not only got the current correct information for the agency you are interested in you also got an oportunity to make a good impressioin.  WOW what a concept!!!!!  Good Luck in your efforts.

Kudos dear, best of luck and were those big man shoes or little ones?  You win the daily double...

36TR says ...

Great Job, Hannah!!! Best wishes on fulfilling your dreams!!

Hey, UncleDennis. Looks like someone took your advise. Next thing ya know, they'll be at an ice cream parlor with Butter Brickle Ice Cream (bwahahahahahahaha)

Well played...lol

The real question is; do you prefer a single bit or double bit?

Thank you for the advice from everyone who has ever told someone to go and ask, and thank you for the encouragement.

DFrost, what is single bit or double bit?

DFrost says ...

HannahClai says ...

Thank you for the advice from everyone who has ever told someone to go and ask, and thank you for the encouragement.

DFrost, what is single bit or double bit?

 

 

Axe --- single edged is a single bit, double edged is a double bit. A joke loses it's humor when it has to be explained.

lol...woops

 

 

My guess is that a lot of folks have been listening all along.  They simply read the good advice here, then go ahead and contact their local agencies.  

A great idea this OP chose to report back!

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Thanks for the advice and link Chief. I really have been exploring their website and studying the class that is at their academy right now. I found their code of ethics while I was going through their policies and am guessing that they may want it to be memorized. Their policies and mission statement for each troop HQ is pretty much answering any questions I may have. There is just one thing I was wondering about; why are there state troopers at football games?

I've been invited back to one of three different testing sites scheduled in November. That letter really gave me something to look forward to. I'm guessing that the oral interview won't be too far off after I pass...I am determined to pass   I will definitely check out the link you gave me, I really appreciate that. :)

HannahClai says ...

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 There is just one thing I was wondering about; why are there state troopers at football games?

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They are big football fans or maybe the Govenor is there.  LOL  Seriously?  Security detail.  People fight at football games.  And it's not just troopers doing security there.

Good luck to you!  Great job on seeking out the answers.

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