How is Steve McGarett of "Five-O" able to be a civilian police officer if he is in the military as well?

How is Steve McGarett of "Five-O" able to be a civilian police officer if he is in the military as well? Is it possible in real life to be in the military but assigned as a civilian police officer?

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Best Answer

Commander Steven J. McGarrett is a member of the USNR (United States Navy Reserves).

Members of the Naval Reserve traditionally give over just one weekend per month for drilling and two weeks per annum for their annual training. As such, a member of the USNR would need another job (such as working as a policeman) in order to support themselves financially.

A few seconds on google reveals that combining police work with joining a military Reserve service (or, more commonly, leaving military active service and becoming a Reservist and then joining the police) is actually a pretty common career choice for real world Naval Reservists like Police Detective Navy Chief Lorelei Tanney, USNR

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Is Steve McGarrett a cop?

Steve McGarrett is a fictional character who is the protagonist of CBS' Hawaii Five-O. McGarrett is a former United States Navy officer and the leader of a special state police task force, which is called Five-O.

What is the difference between soldiers and police?

A police officer enforces laws. A soldier defends the country. Either one may 'stand in' for the other in specific situations.

How do you become a police officer in Canada?

Completion of a college program or university degree in law and security or in the social sciences is usually required. A three- to six-month police training program is provided. Physical agility, strength, fitness and vision requirements must be met, and psychological or other tests may also be required.

Who is in charge of military police?

Military Police Corps (United States)United States Army Military Police CorpsProvost Marshal General of the ArmyMajor General Duane R. MillerCommandantBrigadier General Niave F. KnellRegimental Chief Warrant OfficerCW5 Mark ArnoldRegimental Command Sergeant MajorCSM Shawn Klosterman13 more rows

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