Police Support.

[SeePlusPlus]

I sort of disagree, like someone above me said, the police cannot be there all the time to protect you and help you with everything.

[Untouch]

Maybe you guys should read the original post properly.

when seeking help for family, civil or criminal issues

Doesn't mean for protection 24/7, I'm pretty sure Eve means for problems you have.
You can't always expect police to be there 24/7 it's just not possible but I'm sure they try their best.

[Swat Runs Train]

Maybe you guys should read the original post properly.
Doesn't mean for protection 24/7, I'm pretty sure Eve means for problems you have.
You can't always expect police to be there 24/7 it's just not possible but I'm sure they try their best.

My post is completely related, I understood it fine.

Example: You're dad is drunk and abusive, you think he may hurt you, you call the cops, they may or may not haul him away but without a doubt he will be out soon as he really didn't do anything, you know what's going to happen when he comes home?

[Cybr]

Where I live, they don't care too much.

[Snookerbro]

Depends where you live, as in not just your country, but whether you live in a city or country town.

Country towns in Australia may have one policeman or one policeman for a town or two.

Now, to be honest, not much happens in these towns but if something did you would basically have to fend for yourself.

Area's within cities are always going to be less populated or controlled by the police force, that's life and sometimes you've got to be smart on where you venture.

Cheers

[Grizzly]

As someone who has worked law enforcement I can tell you 100% there is nothing a police officer can do in civil cases except enforce a courts ruling, such as restraining orders, and a very few specific cases.

And I fully support and exercise my right to keep and bear arms (even now that I'm not law enforcement/military) because you never know what can and will probably happen at one point in your life depending on where you live.

Gun free zones (such as schools, etc.) have a much higher rate of violent crimes than areas where guns are allowed. Also, there are fewer violent crimes per capital here in Texas. Anyone hazard a guess why?

Remember folks, when seconds count, the police are just minutes away.

[Swat Runs Train]

As someone who has worked law enforcement I can tell you 100% there is nothing a police officer can do in civil cases except enforce a courts ruling, such as restraining orders, and a very few specific cases.

And I fully support and exercise my right to keep and bear arms (even now that I'm not law enforcement/military) because you never know what can and will probably happen at one point in your life depending on where you live.

Gun free zones (such as schools, etc.) have a much higher rate of violent crimes than areas where guns are allowed. Also, there are fewer violent crimes per capital here in Texas. Anyone hazard a guess why?

Remember folks, when seconds count, the police are just minutes away.

Obviously because no one wants to get their head blown off by a redneck with a 50 calibre.

[Ambition]

It depends where you live, and what the problem is.

If you're getting abused (whether sexually, physically, emotionally, mentally, or financially) your local police station may be a great place to garner support. Again, it really depends on the circumstance. For example; I am sure talking to a local Canadian police officer could help, but I am pretty sure the North Korean police do not care about specific domestic issues.

Also, it may also depend on WHO is involved. I can foresee many people not wanting to turn in a family member to the police, which is of course understandable.

If the issue is reoccurring and severe enough to be reported, I think speaking with local police is a great way to start. Of course, this is dependent on the circumstance and status of the situation.

[Eve]

After reading the responses, I have changed my view slightly. Police support depends on how populated the area is, history between police and the locals, and the nature of the crime. My experience is based on urban, middle-class areas, with (reported) crime mainly committed by outsiders.

It is a fairly privileged experience, so I appreciate learning how it is perceived elsewhere.

[Mao]

If your local station is the friendly type, I guess so. But I've been to some towns where the police are such hardasses.