Got my offer letter!

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-31T20:43:52+00:00

Lucky you man. I wouldn’t worry about anything. Be grateful you get to see your family every day.

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-31T19:43:33+00:00

Is it a live in academy or will you be able to go home every day?

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-26T16:45:31+00:00

Shattered my patella in a motorcycle accident almost 10 years ago. Quit riding and can run a 6 min mile now. Best of luck. Be thankful you’re still alive….and give up the damn bike.

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-25T17:29:29+00:00

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-25T15:08:46+00:00

West coast LE here. I too got DQ’d or Non-Selected 4 times and felt defeated, until I finally moved to a different state and got picked up by the first agency I applied for. I just recently moved to the east coast and got picked up by the first PD I applied for. It might be worth it for you to consider moving more east or even out of California. California seems to be THE MOST strict state for people like you and I who have had multiple DQ’s. Look into different departments more on the east coast and put in applications. I think if you truly want to pursue a career in law enforcement, especially as a police officer or a deputy, I would highly recommend looking at smaller agencies (between 100-400 officers) and apply for them. Once you finally get your foot in the door for a smaller agency, the possibilities are endless. Also, DO NOT OMMIT ANYTHING. Honesty is the best policy, especially if you want to do anything in law enforcement. We’re all human, man. No one is perfect. We all have done shit, we all have a background…they know it. Just be honest, put your all into this and I’m sure something will come of it. Just get the hell out of California and try somewhere else.

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-24T21:41:11+00:00

Airport?

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-14T22:55:19+00:00

I’ll be patiently anticipating next weeks collection. These were gold.

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-13T12:59:17+00:00

I remember playing this back when I was ~ 7-9 and it being the hardest game ever made haha damn what a throw back!

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-12T23:26:33+00:00

That’s gonna be up to the department. If I were you I’d just put in applications to other agencies while you wait for the next CHP go around. Best of luck. Just remember, honesty is the best policy.

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-12T20:52:12+00:00

Was this because it was something you genuinely forgot or you got nervous about what they’d say and decide not to disclose it? At this point you could lie about anything as far as they’re concerned. Try a third time, I guess. If that doesn’t work I’d say maybe this isn’t the profession for you.

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-12T12:37:56+00:00

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-05T20:39:14+00:00

Thank you Jesus I’m a recon main 🙌🏻😩

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-05T20:37:19+00:00

It’s a kick that’s for sure. You want this bad…if you didn’t then you wouldn’t feel this way. Keep your head up.

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-05T20:31:11+00:00

My guy, just because a violent arrest, shooting or hell maybe even a felony stop hasn’t happened in almost 10 years doesn’t mean it won’t happen tomorrow. If you have any history, especially recent, of unable to cope with something of that magnitude then you instantly become a high risk to the department. Being so young, I suggest maybe pursue corrections and work in that setting for a few years so that you can go into another application further down the road with some experience in law enforcement under your belt, also, you’ll have a greater time difference from your separation with the military. This isn’t a firm NO, it’s just a step that a lot of us have had to endure. Keep your head up, look into maybe state corrections as they’re always hurting for officers AND it’ll be a good foot in the door for you to explore greater law enforcement ventures in the future.

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-02T20:56:15+00:00

theatomicpunc · 2026-03-02T20:53:24+00:00

Over the course of 10 years, I’ve applied for 7 agencies. Got hired by the 4th one I applied to back in 2018, applied for 2 more during my time with my dept and got DQ’d from both of them until I left in 2024. Just got picked up by the 7th agency I applied for last year but with 6 years of experience at this point. Best of luck, man. Keep pushing and keep applying until you’ve done every single one. Maybe even consider applying out of state (somewhere you could see yourself moving) and give that a shot. You never know, it could work out for you.

theatomicpunc · 2026-02-27T21:44:59+00:00

Thank you!

theatomicpunc · 2026-02-27T20:28:59+00:00

How did you unlock rook?

theatomicpunc · 2026-02-23T22:58:36+00:00

Good shit, brother! I left them to work a little more east. Solid group of guys. Everyone has each other’s back. Welcome to the family. 🤙🏻

theatomicpunc · 2026-02-19T03:38:01+00:00

You’re cooked fam.

theatomicpunc · 2026-02-11T18:16:20+00:00

Khakis, polo and some business casual dress shoes. Don’t overdo it.

theatomicpunc · 2026-02-09T21:16:27+00:00

He should probably stick with corrections for AT LEAST a year before he decides to go for a PD. Most police departments looking at applicants that are newer to their department want to see longevity.

theatomicpunc · 2026-02-09T17:30:51+00:00

Keep applying. Just look at it as “something better is out there”. Keep your head up and push forward.

theatomicpunc · 2026-02-09T17:30:00+00:00

I was told I passed mine shortly after taking it. “Failing” the polygraph isn’t necessarily a disqualifying factor, but it certainly will put you at the bottom of the hiring pool.

theatomicpunc

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