How to Become a Special Agent (1811)

How to Become a Special Agent (1811) What is a Special Agent? The titles of special agent, criminal investigator, and federal agent are synonymous within the federal law enforcement system. However, the official title is criminal investigator. Therefore, whether a...

The Law Enforcement Application Process, An Inside Look

What You Need to Know about the Law Enforcement Application Process This article was written by Jerry Mullen, a Compliance Officer with the Wisconsin Department of Justice. Law enforcement agencies around the country are facing a wave of retirements and resignations...

911 Dispatcher Practice Test

911 Dispatcher and CritiCall Practice Test Your job as an emergency dispatcher is critical to the health and safety of your community. However, most candidates take these tests without prior experience and end up stressed, overwhelmed, and making costly mistakes....

New Approach to 911 calls with Mental Health Issues

The Summit County Sheriff’s Office covers Summit County, Colorado, which is an alpine environment. They are at the top of the Continental Divide, one hour west of Denver. The area encompasses several ski towns, including Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin,...

Careers in Law Enforcement

Overview of Careers in Law Enforcement There are a lot of different jobs in law enforcement. Today we’re going to cover local law enforcement, state law enforcement, federal law enforcement and the advantages and disadvantages of each. Generally, there are two...