There are many career
possibilities related to criminal justice.
Related: law enforcement,
homeland security
People depend on police officers and detectives to
protect their
lives and property. Law enforcement officers, some of whom are State or
Federal special agents or inspectors, perform these duties in a variety
of ways, depending on the size and type of their organization. In most
jurisdictions, they are expected to exercise authority when necessary,
whether on or off duty.
Uniformed police officers
who work in municipal police departments of various sizes, small
communities, and rural areas have general law enforcement duties
including maintaining regular patrols and responding to calls for
service. They may direct traffic at the scene of a fire, investigate a
burglary, or give first aid to an accident victim. In large police
departments, officers usually are assigned to a specific type of duty.
Many urban police agencies are becoming more involved in community
policing—a practice in which an officer builds relationships
with the
citizens of local neighborhoods and mobilizes the public to help fight
crime.
Source: BLS
CSI Classes
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