[Indydealmaker]

Originally Posted by Dr Winston O Boogie jr

I'd say if a qualified applicant can be found and is willing to take the job then that is a fair salary. if they keep hiring and firing one incompetent person after another they probably need to think about a salary increase.

People who do police work do it for many reason. Some simply love it and it's what they want to do. Government jobs usually provide great security and benefits. Some want the experience on their resume for future ambitions. I don't think most people get into law enforcement solely for the money.

Keep in mind that this is a starting salary. I would imagine that there are colas and other types of increases that may come over the years.

And as to the statement that "someone gets to shoot at you". When was the last time that you heard of an officer getting shot at? Granted, it happens but not as often as most people think. You're probably more likely to be shot if you're a convenience store clerk.

So far this year 57 Florida officers have died in the line of duty. 19 have perished by gunfire.