Police Officer Requirements – West Virginia

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• Take a Practice Police Test
• West Virginia Job Openings

Minimum Requirements to be a Police Officer in West Virginia

• Must be at least 21 years of age on date of hire
• Must be a high school graduate or have a GED
• Completed Basic Police Training Course
• Completed Medical History Statement/Medical Examination Report
• Meet physical or mental condition
• No drug abuse or narcotics violation case
• No felony conviction or any crime involving dishonesty, unlawful sexual conduct, physical violence, or driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs;
• Participate in required in-service training
• Valid Driver’s License
• Others: Complete written exam, oral interview, an extensive background investigation, medical exam, psychological evaluation, and essential physical skills evaluation