Do you know our local California Highway Patrol officers? Most people don’t, so it was about time someone went and learned the inner workings of CHP law enforcement. The CHP takes care of everything from DUI’s to SWAT operations. Being in the California Highway Patrol means to be on top of responsibilities, and to take care of all state run facilities.
Luis Lugo, an officer who has been on the force since 2014, tells about why he joined the California Highway Patrol. Luis Lugo saw that “Law enforcement was starting to get a black eye” and knew that he could be able to help. At the age of 24, Mr. Lugo began his journey being on the law enforcement team. Being part of such a large operation this means that there are a lot of sacrifices to be made,“ Most people think of the sacrifices law enforcement officers have to make as life or death decisions but in most cases, it is more of having to work holidays extended times without seeing family,” Not only are these officers giving holidays but have to rely on their extensive training to protect them.
The training for becoming an officer starts in high school. Lugo mentioned ways for kids to get involved in high school things like the explorers program and CHP internships. “The best way to prepare for a carer in law enforcement is the explorer program where we teach you about becoming a law enforcement officer,”. There are many different fields and jobs opportunities in law enforcement that can fit anyone's interest. Next time your on the highway just know you are protected!