On accosting police officers.

Oct 28, 2009 04:58

There may be times in your life when law enforcement procedure and general police knowledge is vital to a story you're writing. When that happens, an officer can really end up saving your arse, but first... a writer must use proper caution so as not to get said arse shot off.

1. Locate available officers or deputies wherever parked out and ( Read more... )

need to know, your writing, fiction writing

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faerie_writer October 28 2009, 12:22:07 UTC
Good tips! :)

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dynastic_queen October 28 2009, 15:32:37 UTC
Thanks, Mage. In our line of business, you have to take whatever help you can find to get the job done, yes?

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jongibbs October 28 2009, 15:02:12 UTC
Good advice, but wouldn't it be easier to call the local station? :)

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dynastic_queen October 28 2009, 15:26:28 UTC
Yes, but not nearly as much fun. :)

(And sometimes they can think you are crank-calling, or just keep you on hold because it's not an emergency. I've also gotten the feeling that when they can size you up using all of their senses instead of just their ears, they are much more comfortable giving that kind of information.)

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dynastic_queen October 31 2009, 09:08:36 UTC
Good grief, Peach! I cannot imagine.

Thanks for the additional information. Every little bit helps. :)

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ext_117229 November 1 2009, 05:16:56 UTC
Great tips. I love that car!

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dynastic_queen November 1 2009, 11:21:08 UTC
I'm saying! Isn't it something?

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