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Lee-Lee

(6,324 posts)
6. As others have said, varies widely state to state
Wed Jul 29, 2015, 02:45 PM
Jul 2015

Here in NC they have to meet all the standards of any other sworn officer for initial training, background checks, and in service training annually.

I've talked to those in other states where it is far looser- like 19 year olds given a badge and gun before they even complete the basic academy.

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