What Some Cops Would Like You To Know

**Clutch-n-Throttle** · 01-23-2008, 06:55 PM

This is in response to the "Sick of Cops" thread and the rebuttal "Sick of.." thread. It is meant to give an insight to what most cops think and feel. There is truth mixed in with some humor.

LAzyPD's rebuttal was more passionate than most people would have liked. But over all it was just a vent and a rant. Everyone is entitled to one. Believe me. I went off on this forum myself.

Please. Do not turn this into a Cop flaming thread. My brother sent me this when I first became a CHP officer 10 years ago. I have kept it since.

What Some Cops Would Like You To Know

Your 5 year old kid getting pushed down by another 5 year old kid is NOT a police matter; talk to the other kid's parents, not the police

If your kid won't do his homework or do his chores, 911 is not the answer

If a cop causes a car accident we usually get a ticket, and sometimes we get suspended. When is the last time you got 3 days off (without pay) for rear-ending a guy at Wal-Mart.

If you think you can fan all the pot smoke out of the car before we smell it, good luck.

We know you've had more than two beers. When I've had two beers, I didn't hit six parked cars, drive my car through the front doors of a Toys-R-Us, pee my pants or pass out at a traffic light

When you see an emergency vehicle behind you with its lights and sirens on, pull to the RIGHT, and stop. We are usually required to pass cars on the left.

When you're driving in the fast lane and you see a cop behind you, don't go 5 MPH under the speed limit. We are not impressed by how safe of a driver you can be, we're trying to go help someone (or catch that guy in the SUV that just cut you off). Safely move over and let us pass please.

If you get a warning instead of a ticket from a motorcycle cop, go buy a lottery ticket, because you've already beaten the odds.

When you see an officer conducting a traffic stop, or with a suspect in handcuffs, it is generally not a good idea to approach him and ask for directions. If you do, don't expect the officer to be nice when he tells you to get lost, and don't expect the officer to take the time to explain.

Here's how to get out of a ticket. Don't break the law.

In one week I pulled over 10 cars for minor traffic violations.
5 out of 10 had no vehicle insurance.
3 out of 10 had suspended driver's licenses.
2 out of 10 had warrants.
1 out of 10 had felony warrants.
1 was a known sex offender with his 12 year old niece in the car without her mothers knowledge.

If you've just been pulled over doing 70 in a 35, do not greet the officer with "what seems to be the problem, officer."

We get coffee breaks too, and sometimes we run into stores and do some shopping during them.

When you're the victim of a burglary, take the time you spend waiting for the officer to find the model number and the serial number of the stuff that was taken.

Some cops are just jerks, but take heart in the fact that other cops don't like them either.

If it's nighttime and you're driving a vehicle with tinted windows and I pull you over, it's not because of your skin color. I usually can't tell if the vehicle even has a driver until the windows rolled down.

Every time you hear on the news about people running away from a crazed gunman, someone's son or daughter in a police uniform is running TOWARD that crazed gunman.

Yes it's true, cops usually don't give other cops tickets. Think of it as an employee discount, perk or benefit. Other cops are family and you wouldn't give your brother a ticket if you were a cop either.

If your local police agency has a helicopter, everyone knows it's loud and annoying, but did you know it can cover the same area as 20 patrol officers and safely chase criminals that are driving 90 MPH through city streets. Many times the guy has no idea it's there and slows down

Police work is... writing reports.

If you rob a gas station you're only going to get about $100, but I get to see a K9 dog use your arm as a chew toy. For all I care you can keep the $100.

In one year of patrol work in a large city, only about ten minutes would be cool enough to be on the television show Cops.

Every traffic stop could end in gunfire, but we have to be polite and professional until that time.

I've taken about the same amount of men and women to jail for domestic violence, so NO it's not always the man.

People love fire fighters.

If the light was yellow, we wouldn't be having this conversation.

Cops know you pay taxes and that your taxes pay cops' salaries. Cops also pay taxes, which also pay cops' salaries so, hey, this traffic stop is on me. Now sign here; press hard. There are four copies.

**miplank** · 01-23-2008, 06:58 PM

**Leadfootluke** · 01-23-2008, 07:02 PM

nice.

I didnt get a chance to read the other thread, but not so cop related though.

- the average bank robber leaves with $7,800 ..... is that worth 10-20 years?!?!

Good insite, Im in the Criminal Justice Program that the university I am attending.

**RobAGD** · 01-23-2008, 07:04 PM

LOL Shags !

This from personal experance eh ?

Originally Posted by Shaggin Magnum

If you get a warning instead of a ticket from a motorcycle cop, go buy a lottery ticket, because you've already beaten the odds.

and then the capper !

Originally Posted by Shaggin Magnum

If you think you can fan all the pot smoke out of the car before we smell it, good luck.

Jose, Take care and Stay safe man !

-R

**bipto** · 01-23-2008, 07:05 PM

Originally Posted by miplank

Is it really necessary to drop this turd in every thread you read? If you bothered to read the Shaggin's post, I don't think it's really Abyss material - but you'll get it sent there if everyone starts with this crap...

**RTracer** · 01-23-2008, 07:07 PM

Originally Posted by Shaggin Magnum

This is in response to the "Sick of Cops" thread and the rebuttal "Sick of.." thread. It is meant to give an insight to what most cops think and feel. There is truth mixed in with some humor.

LAzyPD's rebuttal was more passionate than most people would have liked. But over all it was just a vent and a rant. Everyone is entitled to one. Believe me. I went off on this forum myself.

Please. Do not turn this into a Cop flaming thread. My brother sent me this when I first became a CHP officer 10 years ago. I have kept it since.

What Some Cops Would Like You To Know

Your 5 year old kid getting pushed down by another 5 year old kid is NOT a police matter; talk to the other kid's parents, not the police

If your kid won't do his homework or do his chores, 911 is not the answer

If a cop causes a car accident we usually get a ticket, and sometimes we get suspended. When is the last time you got 3 days off (without pay) for rear-ending a guy at Wal-Mart.

If you think you can fan all the pot smoke out of the car before we smell it, good luck.

Yea, I leaned that the hard way in Highschool...TWICE!!

We know you've had more than two beers. When I've had two beers, I didn't hit six parked cars, drive my car through the front doors of a Toys-R-Us, pee my pants or pass out at a traffic light

When you see an emergency vehicle behind you with its lights and sirens on, pull to the RIGHT, and stop. We are usually required to pass cars on the left.

When you're driving in the fast lane and you see a cop behind you, don't go 5 MPH under the speed limit. We are not impressed by how safe of a driver you can be, we're trying to go help someone (or catch that guy in the SUV that just cut you off). Safely move over and let us pass please.

If you get a warning instead of a ticket from a motorcycle cop, go buy a lottery ticket, because you've already beaten the odds.

When you see an officer conducting a traffic stop, or with a suspect in handcuffs, it is generally not a good idea to approach him and ask for directions. If you do, don't expect the officer to be nice when he tells you to get lost, and don't expect the officer to take the time to explain.

Here's how to get out of a ticket. Don't break the law.

In one week I pulled over 10 cars for minor traffic violations.
5 out of 10 had no vehicle insurance.
3 out of 10 had suspended driver's licenses.
2 out of 10 had warrants.
1 out of 10 had felony warrants.
1 was a known sex offender with his 12 year old niece in the car without her mothers knowledge.

If you've just been pulled over doing 70 in a 35, do not greet the officer with "what seems to be the problem, officer."

We get coffee breaks too, and sometimes we run into stores and do some shopping during them.

When you're the victim of a burglary, take the time you spend waiting for the officer to find the model number and the serial number of the stuff that was taken.

Some cops are just jerks, but take heart in the fact that other cops don't like them either.

If it's nighttime and you're driving a vehicle with tinted windows and I pull you over, it's not because of your skin color. I usually can't tell if the vehicle even has a driver until the windows rolled down.

Every time you hear on the news about people running away from a crazed gunman, someone's son or daughter in a police uniform is running TOWARD that crazed gunman.

Yes it's true, cops usually don't give other cops tickets. Think of it as an employee discount, perk or benefit. Other cops are family and you wouldn't give your brother a ticket if you were a cop either.

If your local police agency has a helicopter, everyone knows it's loud and annoying, but did you know it can cover the same area as 20 patrol officers and safely chase criminals that are driving 90 MPH through city streets. Many times the guy has no idea it's there and slows down

Police work is... writing reports.

If you rob a gas station you're only going to get about $100, but I get to see a K9 dog use your arm as a chew toy. For all I care you can keep the $100.

In one year of patrol work in a large city, only about ten minutes would be cool enough to be on the television show Cops.

Every traffic stop could end in gunfire, but we have to be polite and professional until that time.

I've taken about the same amount of men and women to jail for domestic violence, so NO it's not always the man.

People love fire fighters.

If the light was yellow, we wouldn't be having this conversation.

Cops know you pay taxes and that your taxes pay cops' salaries. Cops also pay taxes, which also pay cops' salaries so, hey, this traffic stop is on me. Now sign here; press hard. There are four copies.

Nice post shaggin

**Super T** · 01-23-2008, 07:12 PM

That's a great write-up. Here in Chi-town we have more than our fair share of crooked cops, but they're working on skimming the pool right now. Can't let a few bad apples spoil the bunch. Thanks for doing what you do, it is appreciated!

**cromagnumman425** · 01-23-2008, 07:27 PM

Originally Posted by miplank

Never could figure out why people want threads locked. If you don't like the topic just move on and don't go there, it's that simple.

**bubbamagnum** · 01-23-2008, 07:46 PM

I see no need to this thread, good info.

**miplank** · 01-23-2008, 07:54 PM

I wasn't saying to lock the damn thread...

But 2 threads on cops in the last couple days....both got outta hand...

Hence my IBTL

**Duke** · 01-23-2008, 08:03 PM

Originally Posted by miplank

Originally Posted by bipto

Is it really necessary to drop this turd in every thread you read? If you bothered to read the Shaggin's post, I don't think it's really Abyss material - but you'll get it sent there if everyone starts with this crap...

Originally Posted by cromagnumman425

Never could figure out why people want threads locked. If you don't like the topic just move on and don't go there, it's that simple.

Originally Posted by bubbamagnum

I see no need to this thread, good info.

Originally Posted by miplank

I wasn't saying to lock the damn thread...

But 2 threads on cops in the last couple days....both got outta hand...

Hence my IBTL

Once again a thread whored by you. And you do think every thread should be locked. I think YOU should be locked...up...by a good cop!

I used to hate cops too. Then I started working with one. He's a good guy and he even helped me do a video with a chase scene while in his uniform. Video turned out great and I made a friend from someone I thought was an enemy.

Maybe you and your stupid locking up every thread attitude and I can be friends some day... HAHAHA! Yeah right! oh yeah.... put this at the end of you whoring response to this post