101 Reasons Why You Should Not Become A Cop
933209
After reading this book I can honestly state that I could relate to everything the author has written as I too am a police officer. In my 20 year career as a police officer (seven as a Sgt), I too have experienced similar scenarios. Therefore I know this book is genuine.

  It is very apparent by this 20 year veteran, that the author has been  thorough in his research because of the numeorus documented inteviews of actual police officers.  I am very impressed that he has actually taken the time to conduct these interviews.  As a result the reader will learn about 101 actual incidents which support the 101 reasons in the book.

  In my humble opinion, it is only after one has read this book that they will know for sure that police work is or is not for them.  "101 Reasons Why You Should Not Become A Cop" is unabashedly honest and very revealing.  It is a must read for the aspiring cop and for those who simply want to understand what todays cops are experiencing on a daily basis.

  The bottom line is that police work is not for the faint of heart but for those who are willing to sacrifice a good portion of their lives trying to stop bad guys without even making a dent into the criminal world.

I fully recommend the reading of this book.

Joe Simmons
Sgt, Metro Police
36314
This is a must read if you are in any profession that involves danger or a citizen that wants to be part of the solution and not the problem. The thing I thought was amazing in this book is the description of the psychological and physiological responses to a violent and fearful encounter. If you read all about this you will see that many of the police involved shootings were because of nature and not a war on the minorities in this country. It also allows you to see that the police need way better training to be able to counter these byproducts of their dangerous profession.

I am torn on the authors theory that violent movies and headlines are causing the youth to go and shoot up schools. I think that that kind of stuff is probably not healthy but something else must be going on to make a person commit this type of horror.

The chapters on PTSD and veterans coming home are also very timely. It will allow the regular Joe like me to better understand some of the issues  our veterans and police are dealing with.
3099775
A great book to open your eyes and mind to opportunites that could've been wasted. Whether you are an officer, an officer in training or a firefighter the take away from this book is the same. Learn to boost your team and be a better leader and teacher. Stay safe out there.
3369274
Very good except for being a detective and always getting jumped he's never on his guard and is never scanning his area for ambushes. Bring a police officer for 25 years makes you always aware of your surondings and potential threats. I think he could be a little more careful.
2937993
It is simply not possible to memorize or recall all the legal tips given in this book when encountering the police. Trying to impress an officer that you know your rights would do more harm than good. The tips are voluminous and technical and one would be much better off asking for a lawyer and remaining silent.
3861650
Our self-esteem and reputation are so threatened by the admission of error, that we would rather devise convoluted rationalizations. The authors apply the concept of cognitive dissonance to explain our misguided stubbornness. To reduce the inconsistency between (a) I am a good person, and (b) I did something stupid, we refuse to admit we did something stupid or dishonest. The most interesting examples they present come from law enforcement, from prosecutorial misconduct. Even though as a political conservative I hate to say it, yes, sometimes, cops lie.
2466663
Here is a secret that won't cost you $11.  Don't buy this book.  It is a waste of your time and money even though there is practical advice like....
get some sleep.  Eat properly.  Don't B.S. on your exam.  Listen to your professor.  Find balance when going to law school. Don't cheat. IRAC.
Issue spot (someone please tell me how to issue spot if you miss the issues? lol).  Have a great upbringing.  Make sure your parents surround you with good influences and positive experiences that all the other kids don't have.
Yawn.....
3731056
Good cops do go bad. The question is why do young men and women who start with high ideals of community service succumb to temptation and turn into bad cops. The author, Soctt Silverii, spent most of his career in SWAT Teams, special operations groups or SOGs. Other special operations group involve undercover work for drug trafficking and other high risk areas. Silverii brings an insiders knowledge to the study of why good cops go bad.

Silverii's thesis is that the idealistic young cop is assigned to a SOG often because he or she is such a good cop. Then through a series of transitions the cop transfers his allegiance from the general police force to the SOG. Because of the nature of work in the SOG the cop is exposed to temptations and often encouraged to participate in activities he or she knows is wrong, but helps to bond with his group. The group effectively becomes the standard.

Silverii bases his analysis on interviews with cops from across the country. It's fascinating to read what they think about being in a SOG means and how it changes you. He believes that they talked to him, rather than other investigators, because of his background in the SOG.

He also give an extensive overview of police history in the United State. I found it fascinating, and it helped to explain how the police have evolved over time.

If you're interested in the psychology of closed groups, or police specifically, I recommend this book. The writing is scholarly. I believe it is based on his doctoral dissertation, and it reads that way. However, anyone familiar with social science research will not find that a problem.
4150862
Basically tells you to hire an attorney, preferably the author. That itself is worth the price of the book for those with no common sense. Even an attorney should not represent themselves because they are emotionally involved and might not be as familiar with the courts and process. If the author used "police officer(s) instead of "cop(s)" I may have rated it 3 stars.
4099195
This is a book not about the Pentagon but about working for the pentagon and might be of interest to two kinds of people: those who work in the military and those who work in business.  Both should avoid it.
If you work in the military consider this: following the list of recommended books is a note that you SHOULD read some more books on the list because this book isn't enough.  That is not a good sign!  Also, this edition is copyright 1993 but appears to have been written a few years earlier and the information is becoming dated.
If you aren't working in the military then too much of the material is too limited occupationally and geographically.  While the note on the interview process at the Pentagon might be helpful to others facing tough interviews there isn't enough of it.  And while there is some basic material that could be considered applicable to general business it is mixed with too much that is specific to the security focused and overly structured military.
26684
This collection gives you a look at what happens when an officer gives his life serving you!
Something the newspapers never discuss or Suburbanites ever think about living in what they believe is a safe world.
Could they pay you enough to put your life on the line?
2760095
This book gives a great insite into Policing and everything that comes with serving and protecting your community. It is realistic and puts an end to a lot of the unrealistic rumours that get circulated amongst Cadets and Family members. I think it is a book that I will keep on the shelf and refer too as both my career as a Police officer and that of my partner who is also a Police officer continues and we encounter different life events.
3750648
The business world is full of dirty tricks, liars, minipulators, people pretending to be your friend, and back stabbers. It takes most of us years and years to learn the simplest lessons of these politics. This book lays out the rules to get you on the right track from the very first step. You will avoid many headaches and years of BS if you read apply these lessons to your life. Be years ahead of the game.
4474873
As a retired Officer, I can attest to what is written here.  Most of my career I was not aware or told much of this.  Main emphasis was on "Do not use your weapon".  When it happened I felt left out to dry.  Fortunately it turned out OK
2321086
A great read,it should be required reading for anyone wishing to become a police officer
1549407
I would not buy this for a friend.  You can do better on your own with a bit of thought and common sense.  The chapters were pretty basic information only and did not go as into depth as I would have liked.  The section on Knives stood out and I did learn something.  The section on firearms for self defense was not very good and I, who know my way around a gun, disagreed with a lot of the authors opinions though I do agree that it is, "better to have a gun and not need it, than to  need a gun and not have it".  Do not delude yourself, in any "bug out" scenario, you will need a firearm to protect yourself from the bad guys and unforunately, the cops and the federal government as well!  Remember Louisiana after Katrina.
1275718
Hows many times have you said why would anyone want to be a cop

Well, read, learn, respect...

Should be required reading for all citizens