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I have my degree in Criminal Justice; can I be hired and placed directly into Criminal Investigations or other specialized area within the department without having to spend time as a patrol officer?

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I have my degree in Criminal Justice; can I be hired and placed directly into Criminal Investigations or other specialized area within the department without having to spend time as a patrol officer?

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No, one must work as a uniformed patrol officer first. Uniform patrol is the backbone of the police mission. It is here that the officer gains the knowledge and experience required to become an investigator or specialist.