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    Mar 29, 2007, 03:59 PM
    Supervision for shoplifting under $100. Can I be a Cop?
    When I was 18 I shoplifted and obviously I got caught. I gave them everything I shoplifted and was still arrested. I eagerly repaid my debts to them and was given a huge leniency. I was give one year court supervision not probation, and it was not counted as a conviction. What are my chances of being able to be a cop in a somewhat small village in Illinois? Thanks for your help.
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    Mar 29, 2007, 04:19 PM
    Hello PS:

    I think your chances are 65/35 in your favor.

    excon
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    Mar 29, 2007, 04:20 PM
    You are only going to know when you check out your state's requirements - background check and education. I know here, in ND, something like that would not affect you going into law enforcement.

    Here are a couple sites I found concerning law enforcement in Illinois:

    Career Opportunities for Law Enforcement - '02

    City of Edwardsville, Illinois -- Sworn Law Enforcement Officer Information

    Trooper - State of Illinois, IL: Law Enforcement and Police Jobs @ Officer.com

    One of the requirements is that you were not convicted of a felony. And you were not. So check things out and if it looks good - best of luck to you.
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    Mar 29, 2007, 07:20 PM
    You will be able to be POST certified in every state I know of. But it may be the issue that some of the better departments, that have about 100 applications for every one opening it can hurt your chance of being picked.

    But you wlil find some dept you can be hired at.
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    Nov 22, 2009, 08:06 PM
    I've had a similar question but I have a misdemeanor for larceny for changing price tags can I still get in
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    Nov 23, 2009, 08:00 AM

    There are so many applicants for each position right now that I doubt it. Before you pay for schooling, ask someone who knows.
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