"Sheriffs, police officers, and state troopers--these men and women are committed to upholding the law and protecting and serving their communities. From stopping speeding motorists to protecting citizens from criminals, state, county, and city law-enforcement officers have many responsibilities and serve a vital function in society. Those who are interested in becoming a police officer or support personnel in a police department need look no further than Careers in State, County, and City Police Forces for all the information they need, from how to apply for a job to how much money they will make in the various positions available"--Back cover.
