do you have to be a us citizen to be a police officer
Becoming a Cop - FAQs I am not a United States citizen, can I still become a police officer? Laws and hiring policies differ from state to state and agency to agency regarding citizenship requirements. Generally, most agencies require you to be either a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien. If you have more specific questions regarding citizenship requirements, you should contact a law enforcement recruiter at an agency in your area.