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	What kind of civilian criminal justice jobs without carrying a gun are there ? I'm planning to major in criminal justice and probably minor in forensic science/investigation. So far I know that you can become a crime analyst and of course become forensic scientist with criminal justice degree. What's other civilian criminal justice jobs are there? 2 answers - Asked By: svc52 - 9/28/2011

	How to search for criminal justice jobs? My brother is a recent criminal justice graduate, and is having difficulty finding criminal justice jobs to apply to. He lives in NJ. Is there anybody that would know how to apply for jobs in the court system? Monster.com did not have enough hits. Any websites or tips on how to land a criminal justice job would be helpful. Thank you! 4 answers - Asked By: slik - 5/11/2007

	What type of jobs can I land with an associate degree in criminal justice? I do not have any military or police service, just an associate degree in criminal justice. What jobs could I land with this degree? Thanks. 5 answers - Asked By: dovernomore - 2/12/2009

	What Criminal justice job can do drugs? I wanted to be a cop but i smoke weed ALL THE TIME, is there any way to work around it? if i quit 3 years before i apply for the job then get the job could i smoke weed after i get the job? Or what job would be easiest to sneak around with it? I like Criminal justice jobs but i cant decide which one fits my stoner mind set. 2 answers - Asked By: Person - 6/20/2012

	What Criminal Justice careers can I pursue after probation? I am on a probation for a felony, that will be expunged when I am done. I heard that you can be a lawyer with a felony? What other criminal justice jobs can I with a record? {Besides police officer} I am trying to decide my major, and I really want to do Criminal Justice! Thanx 2 answers - Asked By: belinda a - 10/29/2010

	What are criminal justice jobs that do not do psychological background checks? I am a criminal justice major and have had mental health problems so becoming a cop is pretty slim but what other jobs might I be able to do in the field with a 2 or 4 year degree? 2 answers - Asked By: Me - 7/30/2008

	I have a criminal justice background, what are good job opportunities? I just graduated with BA in criminal justice, what job opportunties are out there for this background? 1 answer - Asked By: warrior girl - 12/9/2008

	What is a good website to find salaries pertaining to criminal justice jobs with degree? I am a criminal justice major and do not really know what i want to do with my degree once i get it. I need to find a list of jobs and amount of money per year i would make or other info just to learn more about law enforcement jobs. 4 answers - Asked By: master jedi jordan - 2/1/2010

	What criminal-justice related job can I work for while in college? I am a junior in college and a criminal justice major. Are there any jobs I can get at this point to better prepare me for a career in criminal justice? I'm mostly interested in juvenile probation, if it makes a difference... 2 answers - Asked By: SpitFire91 - 2/18/2010

	What type of criminal justice jobs can i get with an associates degree? I am working on getting my associates degree in criminal justice and would like to work towards being a juvenile probation officer but everything that i have found on this type of job says that you need to have a bachelors degree so what can i do to work my way up to being a juvenile probation officer without a bachelors degree? 1 answer - Asked By: donna - 7/20/2010

	What criminal justice jobs are available without working in the field? I really want to go into a career with criminal justice, however I don't think I have the stomach to work in the field and actually go to the crime scenes. What is a job that wouldn't require me having to do that, but still being able to contribute to finding and putting away criminals? 1 answer - Asked By: <3 - 12/28/2010

	What type of criminal justice jobs can i get with a sociology or criminology degree? I am thinking of looking into some job in the criminal justice system. Any ideas? 2 answers - Asked By: David1234 - 5/12/2011

	If I study criminal justice and psychology what jobs could i get? I may double major in criminal justice and psychology, what jobs would i be able to do with these? I know i want to do something with the justice system that involves psychology. I am not sure what jobs there are specifically for these two things. 1 answer - Asked By: - 9/6/2010

	What jobs are available in NYC that require only an associates degree? Business, and Criminal Justice jobs... 1 answer - Asked By: bdreit76 - 7/31/2008

	What types of jobs and how can you get jobs with a criminal justice degree? I am considering a degree in criminal justice, but what types of jobs are there with no experience other than a police officer. It seems most employers want experience, but how can you get experience if no one gives you a chance. Anyone who has a success story or information I would love to hear it. Thank you. 3 answers - Asked By: jr_2281 - 2/1/2011

	What law enforcement jobs can I get with a degree in criminal justice? And what is the difference between a degree in criminal justice and a degree in criminal justice administration? What jobs can you get with the criminal justice admnistration degree? 4 answers - Asked By: nickname - 7/29/2007

	What kind of career and jobs can you get starting out with a criminal justice degree? What kind of career and jobs can you get starting out with a criminal justice degree? The only job I read you could get upon receiving a B.S. in criminal justice is corrections officer making about 13.67/hr plus benefits. Are there any other jobs you can get starting out? And what about homeland security jobs if you have a B.S. in homeland security? 1 answer - Asked By: bubbapimp17 - 8/1/2010

	How dangerous are criminal justice jobs, such as being a cop? 10 points? Im planning on majoring in criminal justice. I want to become a detective but I first have to become a police officer. How dangerous is this field especially for women? 7 answers - Asked By: sierra_x - 4/1/2009

	Are polygraph / lie detector tests given to all criminal justice jobs? I am interested in many careers in the criminal justice fields, but am worried that a polygraph test or my background could prove too much. Mainly past drug use, theft as a child, and anxiety and child hood depression issues that could come up. Not looking to be a police officer. Looking more towards CSI, detective, forensics type of careers. Would all of these jobs require the polygraph test? Am I worrying too much? just a side note - nothing on my record. 5 answers - Asked By: Monica* - 6/25/2009

	Can you get a criminal justice job with a criminal record? I have a misdemeanor marijuana possession on my record right after I turned 21. I am 30 years old and I am a criminal justice major now can I get a job? Do I or Can I have my record expunged? How much does that cost? 1 answer - Asked By: NicJam - 2/17/2010

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