HOW OLD DO I HAVE TO BE?

Must be at least 20 1/2 years of age at time of application and 21 years.

CAN I PICK THE STATION WHERE I WANT TO WORK?

Yes.

IS THERE AN UPPER AGE LIMIT TO JOIN THE RESERVE ACADEMY?

There is no upper age limit, but you need to be in good physical condition.

WHAT DO I DO IF I WANT TO BE IN A SPECIALIZED UNIT LIKE DETECTIVES, CANINE DETAIL, OR HELICOPTERS?

You need to graduate from at least the Level II academy, be assigned to a patrol station, and get patrol qualified. Once you’re patrol qualified you can contact the specialized units you might be interested in about a possible transfer.

IF I HAVE A FELONY ARREST BUT NO CONVICTION, CAN I BE A RESERVE?