Do I Still Have a Chance of Joining Law Enforcement in Florida?

Published December 11, 2013

Question by Equine Angel: Do i still have a chance of joining law enforcement in florida?
Hey, so i really wanted to work my way up to becomeing a police officer, but i do have a past, im currently 18 years old but i got into trouble when i was a minor, i ran away alot, had to go to rehab for 6 months got a charge but wasnt charged as an adult, it was a big charge i just got into a fight. is there still a chance i can work for the law? any websites to help explain stuff to me?

Best answer:

Answer by Keith W
Yes you can, Felonies only restrict you. Be up front in the interview and you’ll be fine.

Answer by Citicop
What were you in rehab for?

The drug use may be a DQ even if nothing criminal is.