Every peace officer candidate is the subject of a thorough background investigation to verify good moral character and the absence of past behavior indicative of unsuitability to perform the duties of a peace officer.

The following categories are thoroughly reviewed in every peace officer candidate’s background investigation:

• Integrity
• Impulse Control/Attention to Safety
• Substance Abuse and Other Risk-Taking Behavior
• Stress Tolerance
• Confronting and Overcoming Problems
• Obstacles and Adversity
• Conscientiousness
• Interpersonal Skills
• Decision-Making and Judgment
• Learning Ability
• Communication Skills