Deadline For State Trooper Entrance Exam Is Approaching

If you ever wanted to be a member of the New York State Police, the deadline to register for the next Trooper Entrance Exam is this Sunday, April 10.

Candidates can learn about the exam at joinstatepolice.ny.gov.

There will also be testing centers at 250 other locations nationwide and at 112 U.S military facilities.

Once candidates have completed their exam application, they will choose a date, time, and nearby testing center to take the exam. The State Police has provided an online study guide to assist with preparation.

No prior police or military experience is required to become a New York State Trooper.

EXAM QUALIFICATIONS

U.S. Citizen
20-to-29 years of age (The maximum age may be extended one year for each year of full-time military duty - up to a maximum of seven years)
High school diploma or equivalent

There are additional qualifications required at time of appointment. They can be found at joinstatepolice.ny.gov/qalifications

SALARY & BENEFITS

Starting salary: $59,612
After one year: $84,331
After five years: $100, 281
Full benefits and retirement

15 Of New York State's Most Wanted Criminals- June 2022

Below are individuals wanted by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision's (DOCCS) Office of Special Investigations who have been designated as its Most Wanted Fugitives. They should be considered armed and dangerous. This list is current as of 06/01/2022:

NEVER attempt to apprehend a fugitive yourself. If you have information on the location of any of these fugitives, you can contact OSI 24 hours a day / 7 days a week to report it. All leads and tips are treated as confidential information.

If an immediate response is necessary, such as you see the wanted person at a location, please call “911” and report it to the police.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace Mega Build

The local non-profit Sleep in Heavenly Peace, which builds and provides bed to children in need, held a Mega Build at the Sangertown Square Mall in New Hartford. Over 400 volunteers helped build 276 bed over three days!.

5 Potent Weapons You Can Legally Carry for Self Defense in New York

Short of being licensed to carry a concealed firearm, there are several very viable and possibly deadly weapons that New Yorkers are allowed to carry in public for the purpose of self defense.

In fact, there is a misconception surrounding most of the following weapons.