adviceman49 answered Saturday October 9 2010, 1:26 pm: This is not something you can or should do as a private citizen. There are numerous reasons as to why. The two most important are for your own safety and there are certain prescribed protocols that law enforcement must follow to avoid entrapment claims and build a case.
You do not say how old you are so I will offer this suggestion assuming you are under age. Contact your local, Police or sheriff's Department and tell them of your desire to assist with this. If you are old enough they may offer you a cadets position. If your to young they may sponsor an explorer post and suggest you join.
As a Cadet you will be allowed to do certain things within law enforcement, possibly helping in the area you are interested in. As an explorer you will learn how the police department works and help with some of the internal workings of the department. Then when you are old enough you can move up to Cadet and if you so desire to a Police Officer when you are old enough to carry a weapon. [ adviceman49's advice column | Ask adviceman49 A Question ]
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