IMPORTANT INFORMATION
TCOLE Personal History Statement
Template Instructions
The attached Personal History Statement (PHS) is intended as a sample of what TCOLE considers to
be the minimum information necessary to meet the required background investigation (BI) for any law
enforcement licensee appointed to an agency, as defined under TCOLE Rule 211.1(a)(8).
Agency administrators may add additional information or agency identifiers without deletion or
elimination of any information in this document. They may also decide at which stage in the pre-
appointment process the PHS/BI will be completed as long as it is done before the applicant is
appointed. The objective is to help the agency’s chief administrator to make an informed decision
based on factual and verifiable information.
The PHS/BI is an auditable document which must be retained along with all other required TCOLE
appointment documents through the licensee’s employment and five (5) years after he or she leaves
the agency. For training academies the record must be retained for five (5) years from the last date
at the academy.
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TEXAS COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT
TCOLE
APPLICANT’S PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT
PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT FOR TEXAS
Appointment/Employment
Name: ________________________________
Date Issued: ___________________________
Complete and Return by: _________________
I am applying for:
Peace Officer PID#: ____________________
County Jailer PID#: _____________________
Telecommunicator PID#: _________________
Civilian Employment:
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Personal History Statement Instructions
Employees are exposed to confidential and law enforcement sensitive information. A thorough background investigation
is required to properly evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment with the agency. Although it is an achievement
to reach the background phase of the hiring process, this is still a competitive process and does not, in any way, guaranty
selection.
These instructions are provided as a guide to assist you in properly completing your Personal History Statement. It is
essential that the information is accurate in all respects so please read all instructions carefully before proceeding. The
Personal History Statement will be used as a basis for a background investigation that will determine your eligibility for
becoming an employee.
1. Your application must be printed legibly in BLACK INK by the applicant or typed. Answer all questions truthfully
and accurately.
2. If a question is not applicable to you, enter N/A in the space provided.
3. Avoid errors by reading the directions carefully before making any entries on the form. Be sure your information is
accurate and in proper sequence before you begin.
4. You are responsible for obtaining correct and full addresses. If you are not sure of an address, personally verify
before making that entry on this history statement. Errors will not be viewed favorably.
ALL ADDRESSES MUST
BE COMPLETE WITH ZIP CODES.
5. If you need additional space for your answers, attach additional sheets as needed. Be sure to indicate what
question number and page this refers to.
6. An accurate and complete form will help expedite your investigation. Omissions or falsifications will result in
disqualification.
7. You are responsible for furnishing any changes and/or updating your application as needed, such as address
changes or telephone changes in writing.
8. Any candidate submitting an incomplete application WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT. Your
application will be evaluated on completeness and neatness.
9. All documents requested must be submitted with the application (photocopies are acceptable in most cases).
Required documents vary according to the position being sought and the history of the applicant. Hiring agency
please check off documents required- modify list as necessary.
Completed Personal History Statement
Copy of your Social Security card.
Original certified copy of your birth certificate. (No photo copy)
Copy of your valid Texas driver license or a copy of another State’s driver license. Applicant must possess a valid
Texas driver license prior to being offered employment.
Copy of your High School diploma or GED certificate or an honorable discharge from the armed forces of the United
States after at least twenty four months of active service.
Sealed original certified copy of your college transcript. (No photo copy)
Photocopy of your college diploma.
Copy of your Peace Officer Certificate from your police academy. (Peace Officer Applicants Only)
Copy of your Texas peace officer license and all training certificates awarded to you. (Peace Officer Applicants Only)
Copy of your DD-214 if applicable. Must possess an honorable discharge.
Original certified copy of your Naturalization papers, if applicable. (No photo copy)
Copy of current proof of automobile liability insurance.
Copy of a TCOLE approved Firearms Qualifications within the last 12 months.
10. If you have any questions, please contact your assigned background investigator
11. When submitting the completed documents, please place them in a sealed envelope marked Personal and
Confidential to your assigned background investigator.
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Instructions to the Applicant
Before you begin to fill out this personal history statement, please ensure that you meet the following requirements. You
must meet all five of these requirements to qualify for licensure as a peace officer, jailer or telecommunicator in Texas.
I am a citizen of the United States of America.
I have earned a high school diploma, a GED or an honorable discharge from the armed services of the United States
after at least two years active service.
I have never been convicted, plead guilty (nolo contendere), nor have I been on court-ordered community
service/probation or deferred adjudication for a Class A misdemeanor or a felony.
During the last ten (10) years, I have not been convicted, plead guilty (nolo contendere), been on community
service/probation or deferred adjudication for a Class B misdemeanor in this state, other state, or while serving in the
military.
I have never had a military court martial that resulted in a dishonorable or other discharge based on misconduct
which bars future military service.
DISQUALIFICATIONS
There are very few automatic
bases for rejection. Even issues of prior misconduct, employee terminations, and
arrests are usually not, in and of themselves, automatically disqualifying. However, deliberate misstatements or
omissions can and often will result in your application being rejected, regardless of the nature or reason for the
misstatements/omissions. In fact, the number one reason individuals “fail” background investigations is because
they deliberately withhold or misrepresent job-relevant information from their prospective employer.
This personal history statement is a governmental document. Be truthful, as there are criminal consequences for
lying on a governmental document.
Once you begin:
Type or neatly print, in ink, responses to all items and questions. If a question does not apply to you, write “N/A”
(not applicable) in the space provided for your response. If you cannot obtain or remember certain information,
indicate so in your response.
If you need additional space for your answers, attach additional sheets as needed. Be sure to indicate what
question number and page this refers to
Be as complete, honest and specific as possible in your responses.
Disclosure of Medically Related Information
In accordance with the U.S. Americans with Disabilities Act, at this stage of the hiring process applicants are not
expected or required to reveal any medical or other disability-related information about themselves in response to
questions on this form, or to any other inquiry made prior to receiving a conditional offer of employment.
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SECTION 1: PERSONAL
1. Last Name
First
M I
2. Other Names, including nicknames, you have used or been known by.
3. Street Address, (Apt, Unit)
City
State
Zip
4. Address if different from above.
5. Phone #. Home
Cell
Work Ext.
Fax
Other
6. Email: Home
Business
Other
7. Birth Place (City / County / State / Country)
8. DOB
9. Social Security #
10. Driver License #
11. Physical description
HT.
WT.
Hair
Color
Eye
Color
State:
Exp:
12. Have you ever attended a basic licensing course? Yes No
If yes, provide the PID you were assigned: _______________________
A. Academy Name
From
To
Did you Graduate?
Yes No
Location (City / State)
Name of Training Coordinator
Contact Number
B. Academy Name
From
To
Did you Graduate?
Yes No
Location (City / State)
Name of Training Coordinator
Contact Number
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13. Have you ever applied to any other law enforcement agency in the last ten years (city, county, state or federal)?
Yes No
If yes, list ALL agencies you have applied to, starting with the most recent (give complete and accurate
addresses).
All agencies MUST be listed regardless of the outcome or current status. Check all boxes that apply for each
agency.
If you need additional space for your answers, attach additional sheets as needed. Be sure to indicate what
question number and page this refers to.
A. Name of Agency
Position Applied For
Date Applied
Address Street
City
State
Zip
Background Investigators Name (if know)
Contact Number Ext
Email
Check each step in the process that you completed, and your status:
Steps: Application Written Physical agility Oral Polygraph/CVSA Background Chief’s oral
Conditional job offer Psychological Examination Date________________ Medical Date:__________________
Status: Hired On List Withdrawn Disqualified
B. Name of Agency
Position Applied For
Date Applied
Address Street
City
State
Zip
Background Investigators Name (if known
Contact Number Ext
Email
Check each step in the process that you completed, and your status:
Steps: Application Written Physical agility Oral Polygraph/CVSA Background Chief’s oral
Conditional job offer Psychological Examination Date________________ Medical Date:__________________
Status: Hired On List Withdrawn Disqualified
C. Name of Agency
Position Applied For
Date Applied
Address Street
City
State
Zip
Background Investigators Name (if known)
Contact Number Ext
Email
Check each step in the process that you completed, and your status:
Steps: Application Written Physical agility Oral Polygraph/CVSA Background Chief’s oral
Conditional job offer Psychological Examination Date________________ Medical Date:__________________
Status: Hired On List Withdrawn Disqualified
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SECTION 2: RELATIVES AND REFERENCES
14. IMMEDIATE FAMILY
Provide all applicable information in the spaces below.
Mark “N/A” if a category is not applicable or if the individual is deceased.
If you need additional space for your answers, attach additional sheets as needed. Be sure to indicate what
question number and page this refers to.
NA
A. Father Name
DOB
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Cell
Work Phone
Email
NA
B. Step-Father Name
DOB
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Cell
Work Phone
Email
NA
C. Mother Name
DOB
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Cell
Work Phone
Email
NA
D. Step-Mother Name
DOB
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Cell
Work Phone
Email
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NA
E. Spouse / Registered Domestic Partner
DOB
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Cell
Work Phone
Email
Years of Marriage
Is there, or has there been a restraining or stay-away order in effect for this individual?
Yes No
NA
F. Father-in-Law Name
DOB
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Cell
Work Phone
Email
NA
G. Mother-in-Law Name
DOB
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Cell
Work Phone
Email
NA
H. Former Spouse(s)
Cohabitant
1. Name
DOB
Male
Female
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Cell
Work Phone
Email
Year of Dissolution
Is there, or has there been a restraining or stay-away order in effect for this individual?
Yes No
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NA
I. Former Spouse(s)
Cohabitant
2. Name
DOB
Male
Female
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Cell
Work Phone
Email
Year of Dissolution
Is there, or has there been a restraining or stay-away order in effect for this individual?
Yes No
N A
J. Brothers and Sisters: List all living siblings, including half-siblings, foster siblings, etc.
1. Name
DOB
Male Female
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Cell
Email
2. Name
DOB
Male Female
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Cell
Email
3. Name
DOB
Male Female
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Cell
Email
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4. Name
DOB
Male Female
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Cell
Email
5. Name
DOB
Male Female
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Cell
Email
6. Name
DOB
Male Female
Home Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Work Address
City
State
Zip
Phone #
Cell
Email
N A
K. CHILDREN
List all of your living children, including natural, adopted, step, and/or foster care. Include any other children who reside with
you. Provide the name and contact information of the custodial parent or guardian, if other than you.
1. Name
Custodial parent or guardian (If other than you.)
Male
Female
Address
City
State
Zip
DOB
Contact Number
Email
2. Name
Custodial parent or guardian (If other than you.)
Male
Female
Address
City
State
Zip
DOB
Contact Number
Email
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3. Name
Custodial parent or guardian (If other than you.)
Male
Female
Address
City
State
Zip
DOB
Contact Number
Email
4. Name
Custodial parent or guardian (If other than you.)
Male
Female
Address
City
State
Zip
DOB
Contact Number
Email
5. Name
Custodial parent or guardian (If other than you.)
Male
Female
Address
City
State
Zip
DOB
Contact Number
Email
6. Name
Custodial parent or guardian (If other than you.)
Male
Female
Address
City
State
Zip
DOB
Contact Number
Email
15. REFERENCES
List 710 people who know you well, such as social and family friends, co-workers, military acquaintances. Do not include
relatives, employers or housemates, or other individuals listed elsewhere.
A. Name
Address
City
State
Zip
Company / Work address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Work Phone
Cell
Email
How do you know this person? (friend, teacher, family, co-worker)
How long have you known this
person?
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B. Name
Address
City
State
Zip
Company / Work address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Work Phone
Cell
Email
How do you know this person? (friend, teacher, family, co-worker)
How long have you known this
person?
C. Name
Address
City
State
Zip
Company / Work address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Work Phone
Cell
Email
How do you know this person? (friend, teacher, family, co-worker)
How long have you known this
person
D. Name
Address
City
State
Zip
Company / Work address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Work Phone
Cell
Email
How do you know this person? (friend, teacher, family, co-worker)
How long have you known this
person?
E. Name
Address
City
State
Zip
Company / Work address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Work Phone
Cell
Email
How do you know this person? (friend, teacher, family, co-worker)
How long have you known this
person?
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F. Name
Address
City
State
Zip
Company / Work address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Work Phone
Cell
Email
How do you know this person? (friend, teacher, family, co-worker)
How long have you known this
person?
G. Name
Address
City
State
Zip
Company / Work address
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
Work Phone
Cell
Email
How do you know this person? (friend, teacher, family, co-worker)
How long have you known this
person
SECTION 3: EDUCATION
NOTE: You will be required to furnish transcripts or other proof to support all of your educational claims.
16. Check applicable: High School Diploma GED Discharge documents from armed services with 2 years active duty
17. List High Schools Attended or where you obtained your GED.
A. Name
City
State
From
To
Did you graduate? Yes No
B. Name
City
State
From
To
Did you graduate? Yes No
18 List all colleges or universities attended:
A. Name
City
State
From
To
Type of Degree Earned
Total Units Earned
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B.. Name
City
State
From
To
Type of Degree Earned
Total Units Earned
C. Name
City
State
From
To
Type of Degree Earned
Total Units Earned
19. List any trade, vocational, or business schools / institutes attended.
A. Name
From
To
Did you complete the course?
Yes No
Type of school or training
City
State
B. Name
From
To
Did you complete the course?
Yes No
Type of school or training
City
State
C. Name
From
To
Did you complete the course?
Yes No
Type of school or training
City
State
SECTION 3: EDUCATION continued.
20. Have you ever been placed on academic discipline, suspended or expelled from any high school, college/university,
business or trade school? Yes No
If yes, describe in detail below. Starting with high school, list any and all disciplinary actions received in any school or
educational institution. Include when the disciplinary action(s) occurred, name of school(s), and explanation of
circumstances.
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SECTION 4: RESIDENCE
21. LIST OF RESIDENCES
List all residences during the last ten years or since age 17. Provide complete addresses (include markers such
as Street, Drive, Road, East, West, etc., and unit or apartment number). Do not use P.O. Boxes.
If the residence is a military base, identify name of base in address, nearest city, state and zip code. DO NOT LIST
military barracks mates unless you shared individual quarters.
If you need additional space for your answers, attach additional sheets as needed. Be sure to indicate what
question number and page this refers to.
A. Current residence Street
City
State
Zip
From
To
If renting; property manager, rent collector or owner
Contact Number
Address of property mgr., rent collector, owner
City / State / Zip
Email
NA
Names of those with whom you live
B. Former Address
City
State
Zip
From
To
If renting; property manager, rent collector or owner
Contact Number
Address of property mgr., rent collector, owner
City / State / Zip
Email
NA
Names of those with whom you lived.
Reason for moving
C. Former Address
City
State
Zip
From
To
If renting; property manager, rent collector or owner
Contact Number
Address of property mgr., rent collector, owner
City / State / Zip
Email
NA
Names of those with whom you lived.
Reason for moving
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D. Former Address
City
State
Zip
From
To
If renting; property manager, rent collector or owner
Contact Number
Address of property mgr., rent collector, owner
City / State / Zip
Email
NA
Names of those with whom you lived.
Reason for moving
E. Former Address
City
State
Zip
From
To
If renting; property manager, rent collector or owner
Contact Number
Address of property mgr., rent collector, owner
City / State / Zip
Email
NA
Names of those with whom you lived.
Reason for moving
F. Former Address
City
State
Zip
From
To
If renting; property manager, rent collector or owner
Contact Number
Address of property mgr., rent collector, owner
City / State / Zip
Email
NA
Names of those with whom you lived.
Reason for moving
G. Former Address
City
State
Zip
From
To
If renting; property manager, rent collector or owner
Contact Number
Address of property mgr., rent collector, owner
City / State / Zip
Email
NA
Names of those with whom you lived.
Reason for moving
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22
.
Provide contact information for all housemates listed in Question 21 with whom you have resided during the past 10
years, or since the age of 17. DO NOT list anyone for whom you have already provided contact information. If you need
additional space for your answers, attach additional sheets as needed. Be sure to indicate what question number and
page this refers to.
A. Name
Contact Number
Current Address Street
City
State
Zip
Nature of relationship (friend, relative, landlord, housemate only)
Email
B. Name
Contact Number
Street
City
State
Zip
Nature of relationship (friend, relative, landlord, housemate only)
Email
C. Name
Contact Number
Street
City
State
Zip
Nature of relationship (friend, relative, landlord, housemate only)
Email
D. Name
Contact Number
Street
City
State
Zip
Nature of relationship (friend, relative, landlord, housemate only)
Email
E. Name
Contact Number
Street
City
State
Zip
Nature of relationship (friend, relative, landlord, housemate only)
Email
F. Name
Contact Number
Street
City
State
Zip
Nature of relationship (friend, relative, landlord, housemate only)
Email
23. Have you ever been evicted or asked to leave a residence? Yes No
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24. Have you ever left a residence owing rent? Yes No
If you answered yes to Questions 23 and / or 24 explain (include when, where and circumstances).
SECTION 5: EXPERIENCE AND EMPLOYMENT
25. JOB EXPERIENCE
Have you EVER served as a Peace Officer, Jailer, or Telecommunicator in another state OR another country?
Yes No
If YES, list below
List ALL jobs you have had in the last ten years, including part-time, temporary, self-employment and volunteer.
(Begin with your most current. If more space is needed, continue your response on page 33.)
If you have military experience, including reserve duty, enter your military base, assignments, or unit of
assignment. Include ALL military services.
List ALL periods of unemployment in excess of 30 days.
A. Name of employer or military unit.
From
To
Address or Base
City
State
Zip
Supervisor
Contact Number Ext.
Email
Job Title
Reason for leaving
Duties /Assignments
F-T P-T Temp
Self-employed Volunteer
Names of co-workers
Co-workers Phone Number
Would there be a problem if we contact
your current employer? Yes No
If yes, explain.
B. PERIOD OF UNEMPLOYMENT
Check applicable: Student Between jobs Leave of absence Travel
Other
From
To
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C. Name of employer or military unit.
From
To
Address or Base
City
State
Zip
Supervisor
Contact Number Ext.
Email
Job Title
Reason for leaving
Duties /Assignments
F-T P-T Temp
Self-employed Volunteer
Names of co-workers
Co-workers Phone Number
D. PERIOD OF UNEMPLOYMENT
Check applicable: Student Between jobs Leave of absence Travel
Other
From
To
E. Name of employer or military unit.
From
To
Address or Base
City
State
Zip
Supervisor
Contact Number Ext.
Email
Job Title
Reason for leaving
Duties /Assignments
F-T P-T Temp
Self-employed Volunteer
Names of co-workers
Co-workers Phone Number
F. PERIOD OF UNEMPLOYMENT
Check applicable: Student Between jobs Leave of absence Travel
Other
From
To
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G. Name of employer or military unit.
From
To
Address or Base
City
State
Zip
Supervisor
Contact Number Ext.
Email
Job Title
Reason for leaving
Duties /Assignments
F-T P-T Temp
Self-employed Volunteer
Names of co-workers
Co-workers Phone Number
H. PERIOD OF UNEMPLOYMENT
Check applicable: Student Between jobs Leave of absence Travel
Other
From
To
I. Name of employer or military unit.
From
To
Address or Base
City
State
Zip
Supervisor
Contact Number Ext.
Email
Job Title
Reason for leaving
Duties /Assignments
F-T P-T Temp
Self-employed Volunteer
Names of co-workers
Co-workers Phone Number
J. PERIOD OF UNEMPLOYMENT
Check applicable: Student Between jobs Leave of absence Travel
Other
From
To
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K. Name of employer or military unit.
From
To
Address or Base
City
State
Zip
Supervisor
Contact Number Ext.
Email
Job Title
Reason for leaving
Duties /Assignments
F-T P-T Temp
Self-employed Volunteer
Names of co-workers
Co-workers Phone Number
L. PERIOD OF UNEMPLOYMENT
Check applicable: Student Between jobs Leave of absence Travel
Other
From
To
M. Name of employer or military unit.
From
To
Address or Base
City
State
Zip
Supervisor
Contact Number Ext.
Email
Job Title
Reason for leaving
Duties /Assignments
F-T P-T Temp
Self-employed Volunteer
Names of co-workers
Co-workers Phone Number
N. PERIOD OF UNEMPLOYMENT
Check applicable: Student Between jobs Leave of absence Travel
Other
From
To
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O. Name of employer or military unit.
From
To
Address or Base
City
State
Zip
Supervisor
Contact Number Ext.
Email
Job Title
Reason for leaving
Duties /Assignments
F-T P-T Temp
Self-employed Volunteer
Names of co-workers
Co-workers Phone Number
P. PERIOD OF UNEMPLOYMENT
Check applicable: Student Between jobs Leave of absence Travel
Other
From
To
Q. Name of employer or military unit.
From
To
Address or Base
City
State
Zip
Supervisor
Contact Number Ext.
Email
Job Title
Reason for leaving
Duties /Assignments
F-T P-T Temp
Self-employed Volunteer
Names of co-workers
Co-workers Phone Number
26. Have you ever been disciplined at work? (This includes written warnings, formal letters of
reprimands, suspensions, reductions in pay, reassignments or demotions?
Yes No
27. Have ever you ever been fired, released from probation, or asked to resign from any place of
employment?
Yes No
28. Were you ever involved in a physical/verbal altercation with a supervisor, co-worker, or customer?
Yes No
29. Have you ever resigned without giving two weeks-notice?
Yes No
30. Have you ever resigned in lieu of termination?
Yes No
31. Have you ever been accused of discrimination (such as sexual harassment, racial bias,
sexual orientation harassment, etc.) by a co-worker, superior, subordinate or customer?
Yes No
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32. Were you ever the subject of a written complaint at work?
Yes No
33. Have you ever been counseled at work due to lateness or absences
Yes No
34. Did you ever receive an unsatisfactory performance review?
Yes No
35. Have you ever sold, released, or given away legally confidential information?
Yes No
36. Have you ever called in sick when you were neither sick nor caring for a sick family member?
If yes, how many sick days have you used in the past five years which were not due to illness?
Yes No
37. If you answered yes to any of Questions 2636, explain (include when, where and circumstances; indicate
corresponding number):
38. Has your work performance ever been affected by your use of alcohol or drugs? Yes No
When?
Name of Employer
39. In the past ten years, have you been warned by an employer about your drinking or drug habits and their impact on
your performance? Yes No
When?
Name of Employer
SECTION 6: MILITARY EXPERIENCE (Complete for all branches of military served. Add pages if necessary)
40. Are you required to register for the Selective Service
Yes No
If yes, have you registered Yes No
If no explain: ___________________________________________________________________
41. Branch of Service
Date of Service
From
To:
42. Type of Discharge Entry Level Honorable General Other than Honorable
Re-entry Code (1-4) if applicable; refer to your DD-214
43. Are you currently participating in one of the following?
Military Reserve National Guard
If checked, date obligation ends:
44. Have you ever been the subject of any judicial or non-judicial disciplinary action (such as, court martial, captain’s
mast, office hours, company punishment)? Yes No
45. Were you ever denied a security clearance, or had a clearance revoked, suspended or downgraded, either military or
any other federal, state, or municipal clearance? Yes No
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If you answered YES to questions 44 and or 45, Explain ( Include dates and circumstances)
SECTION 7 FINANCIAL
46. INCOME AND EXPENSES
For each of the following questions fill in the amounts to the nearest dollar
A. From your employer(s), what is your take home monthly income? $__________________
B. Do you have income other than from your salary or wages? Yes No
If yes, fill in amount: $___________________per month Explain:_________________________________
C. Approximately how much do you spend each month? $___________________________
Estimate your monthly living expenses, include housing, utilities, credit cards or other loan payments, food, gas and car
maintenance, entertainment, etc. as well as any other obligations you may have.
47. Have you ever filed for or declared bankruptcy (Chapter 7, 11 or 13)
Yes
No
48. Have any of your bills ever been turned over to a collection agency? Yes No
49. Have you ever had purchased goods repossessed? Yes No
50. Have your wages ever been garnished? Yes No
51. Have you ever been delinquent on income or other tax payments? Yes No
52. Have you ever failed to file income tax or cheated/lied on an income tax form Yes No
53. Have you ever had an employment bond refused? Yes No
54. Have you ever avoided paying any lawful debt by moving away? Yes No
55. Have you ever defaulted on a loan, including a student loan? Yes No
56. Have you ever borrowed money to pay for a gambling debt?
If yes, do you currently have any outstanding debts as a result of gambling
Yes No
Yes No
57. Have you ever spent money for illegal purposes (e.g., illegal drugs, prostitution, purchase
fraudulent documents, etc.)?
Yes No
58. Have you ever failed to make or been late on a court-ordered payment
e.g., child support, alimony, restitution, etc.)?
Yes No
59. Have you written three or more bad checks in a one-year period? Yes No
60. Are you in arrears on court ordered child support? Yes No
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If you answered YES to questions 47-60, indicate question number. Explain (include, when, where and why).
SECTION 8: LEGAL
Disclosure of Citations, Arrests, and Convictions
This section requires you to report detentions, arrest and convictions, including diversion programs and in some cases,
offenses that may have been pardoned. As a peace officer applicant, you are required to disclose this information,
unless specifically exempted by state or federal law.
ALL detentions or arrests, whether they resulted in a conviction or not
ALL convictions
ALL diversion programs
ALL citations (excluding traffic tickets) May have been detained and or received Class C for disorderly conduct,
prostitution, assault, etc. without actual arrest.
If you need additional space for your answers, attach additional sheets as needed. Be sure to indicate what question
number and page this refers to.
61. Have you EVER been detained for investigation, held on suspicion, questioned, fingerprinted, arrested,
indicted, criminally charged, or convicted of any misdemeanor or felony offense in this state or in any other
legal jurisdiction (including offenses punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice)?
Yes No
If yes, explain each incident.
A. Approximate Date
Arresting or detaining agency
Charge
Disposition or Penalty
B. Approximate Date
Arresting or detaining agency
Charge
Disposition or Penalty
C. Approximate Date
Arresting or detaining agency
Charge
Disposition or Penalty
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D. Approximate Date
Arresting or detaining agency
Charge
Disposition or Penalty
62. Have you ever been placed on court probation as an adult?
Yes No
63. Have you ever been convicted of any charge that would prevent you from legally possessing a
firearm or ammunition?
Yes No
64. Were you ever required to appear before a juvenile court for an act which would have been a
crime if committed as an adult?
Yes No
65. Have you ever been a party in a civil lawsuit (e.g., small claims actions, dissolutions,
child custody, paternity, support, etc.)?
Yes No
66. Have the police ever been called to your home for any reason?
Yes No
67. Have you or your spouse/partner ever been referred to Child Protective Services? Yes No
68. Have you ever been the subject of an emergency protective, restraining or stay-away order? Yes No
69. Have you settled any civil suit in which you, your insurance company, or anyone else on your
behalf was required to make payment to the other party?
Yes No
70. Have you ever fraudulently received welfare, unemployment compensation,
compensation or other state or federal assistance?
Yes No
71. Have you ever filed a false insurance or workers’ compensation claim? Yes No
If you answered yes to any of Questions 62–71, explain (include court case or document, dates, and circumstances;
indicate corresponding number):
72. UNDETECTED ACTS PART 1
Within the past seven years OR at any time after you were first employed in law enforcement, have you ever
committed any of the following misdemeanors?
A. Annoying / obscene phone calls
Yes No
B. Assault (use of force or violence upon another) Yes No
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C. Assault (use of force or violence upon a family member) Yes No
D. Brandishing a weapon (any type of weapon) Yes No
E. Carrying a concealed weapon without a permit Yes No
F. Contributing to the delinquency of a minor Yes No
G. Defrauding an innkeeper (not paying for food or room at a hotel/motel) Yes No
H. Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs Yes No
I. Drunk in public (being so intoxicated in a public place that you’re not able to care for yourself) Yes No
J. Hit and run collision (no injuries) Yes No
K. Hunting or fishing without a license. Yes No
L. Illegal gambling Yes No
M. Impersonating a peace officer Yes No
N. Indecent exposure (including flashing or mooning) Yes No
O. Joyriding (using a car or other vehicle without owner’s permission Yes No
73. UNDETECTED ACTS - PART 2
At any time in your life have you ever committed any of the following?
A. Arson (intentionally destroying property by setting a fire) Yes No
B. Assault with a deadly weapon Yes No
C. Theft of a vehicle and / or vehicle parts Yes No
D. Burglary (entering a structure or vehicle to commit theft or other crime) Yes No
E. Child molestation (performing unlawful acts with a child) Yes No
F. Accessing, producing, or possessing child pornography Yes No
G. Injury to a child/elderly/or disabled Yes No
H. Embezzlement (theft of money or other valuables entrusted to you) Yes No
I. Felony drunk driving (involving injuries) Yes No
J. Forcible rape or other act of unlawful intercourse / sexual activity Yes No
K. Forgery (falsifying any type of document, check certificate, license, currency, etc.) Yes No
L. Hit and run (with injuries) Yes No
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M. Hate crime Yes No
N. Insurance fraud Yes No
O. Theft (value of over $500, or any firearm) Yes No
P. Murder, homicide, or attempted murder Yes No
Q. Perjury (lying under oath) Yes No
R. Possession of an explosive / destructive device Yes No
S. Robbery (theft from another person using a weapon, force, or fear) Yes No
T. Stalking Yes No
U. Blackmail or extortion Yes No
V. Any other act amounting to a felony Yes No
If you answered yes to any item(s) in section 72 - 73 fully explain circumstances, including dates(s), names of
individuals involved and resolution. Indicate the corresponding letter (73-A etc) for each explanation.
Questions about your current and past recreational drug use. This covers the use of any drug, including the
unauthorized use of prescription drugs. Your answers should include, but not limited to, your use of any of the
following drugs.
Amphetamines / Methamphetamine Uppers, Speed, Crank, etc. Heroin / Opium
Barbiturates (Downers) Marijuana
Cocaine / Crack Cocaine Mescaline
Designer Drugs (Ecstasy, Synthetic Heroin, etc.) Morphine
GHB (Date Rape Drug) PCP / Angel Dust
Glue Quaaludes
Hallucinogens (Peyote, LSD, Mushrooms) Steroids
Hashish / Hashish Oil Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
74. Within the past three years, have you used any non-prescribed drug(s) as indicated above
or unauthorized prescription drugs? Yes No
If yes, give details, including drug(s) used and circumstances:
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75. Prior to the past three years (check all that apply):
I have never used any drug recreationally.
I have tried or used one or more drugs listed above, but only under limited circumstances
(for example, experimentation, at parties, concerts, special events, etc.).
If checked, give details including drug(s) used, most recent date used, and circumstances
.
76. Have you ever engaged in any of the activities listed below for drugs, narcotics or illegal substances, including
marijuana?
Sold Manufactured Purchased Furnished Cultivated Carried or held for another
Any items check above, give details including drug(s) involved, over what time period(s) and circumstances.
SECTION 9: MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATION
77. Current Driver License #
State of Issue
Expiration date
Name under which license was granted
78. List other states where you have been licensed to operate a motor vehicle.
State of issue
Type of license
Name under which license was granted and license number
79. Have you ever been refused a driver’s license by any state Yes No
If yes, explain ( include when, where and circumstances):
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80. Has your driver’s license ever been suspended or revoked? Yes No
If yes, explain ( include when, where and circumstances):
81. List your current liability insurance on your vehicle(s)
A. Type of Coverage
Insured Bonded Cash Deposit
Vehicle Make
Year
Vehicle License
Insurance Company
Policy number
Expires
Address
City
State
Zip
Contact Number
B. Type of Coverage
Insured Bonded Cash Deposit
Vehicle Make
Year
Vehicle License
Insurance Company
Policy Number
Expires
Address
City
State
Zip
Contact Number
C. Type of Coverage
Insured Bonded Cash Deposit
Vehicle Make
Year
Vehicle License
Insurance Company
Policy Number
Expires
Address
City
State
Zip
Contact Number
D. Type of Coverage
Insured Bonded Cash Deposit
Vehicle Make
Year
Vehicle License
Insurance Company
Policy Number
Expires
Address
City
State
Zip
Contact Number
82. List all traffic citations, excluding parking citations, you have received within the past seven years:
A. Nature of Violation
Location Street, City, State, Zip
Date Violation Occurred
Action Taken
Not Guilty Fined Traffic School Dismissed
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B. Nature of Violation
Location Street, City, State, Zip
Date Violation Occurred
Action Taken
Not Guilty Fined Traffic School Dismissed
C. Nature of Violation
Location Street, City, State, Zip
Date Violation Occurred
Action Taken
Not Guilty Fined Traffic School Dismissed
D. Has a traffic citation ever resulted in a warrant or caused your driver’s license to be withheld due to the following?
(Check all that apply.)
Failed to appear Failed to complete traffic school Failed to pay the required fine
If checked, explain circumstances:
83. Have you been involved as the driver in a motor vehicle accident within the past seven years? Yes No
If yes, give details.
A. Date
Location (Street, City, State, Zip)
Police Report
Yes No
Law Enforcement Agency
Injury Non Injury
A. Date
Location (Street, City, State, Zip)
Police Report
Yes No
Law Enforcement Agency
Injury Non Injury
A. Date
Location (Street, City, State, Zip)
Police Report
Yes No
Law Enforcement Agency
Injury Non Injury
84. Have you ever driven a vehicle without auto insurance, as required by law? Yes No
If yes, give reason
Date
Location Street, City, State, Zip
85. Have you ever been refused automobile liability insurance or a bond, or had policy cancelled? Yes No
If yes, give reason:
Insurance Company
Date
Location Street, City, State, Zip
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86. Use this space for additional information you would like to include regarding your driving record.
87. Are you now, or have you ever been, a member or associate of a criminal enterprise, street gang, or any other
group that advocates violence against individuals because of their race, religion, political affiliation, ethnic origin,
nationality, gender, sexual preference, or disability?
Yes No
88. Do you have, or have you ever had, a tattoo signifying membership in, or affiliation with, a criminal enterprise, street
gang, or any other group that advocates violence against individuals because of their race, religion, political
affiliation, ethnic origin, nationality, gender, sexual preference, or disability
Yes No
89. Since the age of 17, have you ever been involved in an anger-provoked physical fight,
confrontation or other violent act? Yes No
90. Have you ever hit or physically overpowered a spouse, romantic partner or family members? Yes No
If you answered yes to any of Questions 87-90, give details dates and circumstances; indicate corresponding number.
SECTION 11: SOCIAL MEDIA SITES
91. Have you ever had a social media site (i.e. Facebook, My Space, etc.)? Yes No
92. List all social media sites, blogs or websites you have created. (Provide website URL and your username)
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SECTION 12: CERTIFICATION
93. I hereby certify that I have personally completed and initialed each page of this form and any supplemental page(s)
attached, and that all statements made are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand
that any misstatement of material fact may subject me to disqualification; or, if I have been appointed, may
disqualify me from continued employment.
______________________________________________________
________/____________/___________
Signature of Applicant
Date
Sworn to and subscribed before me, this the __________day of ____________,________
Notary public in and for, State of ____________
My commission expires ______/______/______
______________________________________________
Printed Name of Notary
Notary Seal or Stamp
__________________________________________________
Signature of Notary
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ADDITIONAL SPACE
Duplicate this page as needed to include additional information that does not fit elsewhere on this form (e.g.,
additional family members, schools, residences, employers, explanations to questions, etc.
Identify the corresponding question and specific item being referenced.