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10-16-2009, 07:12 AM
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Re: How is Lt CC doing in his new position in Ft. Pierce?
Does he use a Class A, B, or C wrecker to tow that line or just hook it to his patrol car? Once in a while it's a good idea to use some online assistance, especially if you are talking about more...
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10-16-2009, 06:11 AM
Thread: Julie Jones' Memo on Budget Request
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Re: Julie Jones' Memo on Budget Request
Maybe this will be of some help here:
http://valdumond.com/images/book-GrammarForGrownups.jpg
It also applies to words on virtual paper, and the author is working on an edition for angry... -
10-09-2009, 06:40 AM
Thread: 2009 Yearbooks?
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Re: 2009 Yearbooks?
Fish in a barrel. :D
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10-01-2009, 06:08 AM
Thread: Electra-Lobbiest
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Re: Electra-Lobbiest
Not to mention misspelling Lobbyist. She's probably making bigger bucks now, so you could hit her up for a dictionary.
Here you go:
http://www.sostrategy.com/lobbyists.php#3
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09-25-2009, 06:38 AM
Thread: Dispatch, "where's the Troopers"
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Re: Dispatch, "where's the Troopers"
Fitting replies. A couple of infantile indicators of intelligence.
http://www.funnydesigns.com/CheeseWithThatWhine-2.5-wid.gif
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09-23-2009, 05:34 AM
Thread: Trooper arrested for child porn
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Re: Trooper arrested for child porn
GPD public service announcement 923: Properly using the Internet.
When posting a link, click on the gray button that says URL. Type or paste your link between the URL brackets ][. Click preview to... -
09-23-2009, 05:28 AM
Thread: Dispatch, "where's the Troopers"
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Re: Dispatch, "where's the Troopers"
Maybe a response from a GPD Trooper will be helpful:
The thread title should read "Where are the troopers?" "Where's the Troopers" means "Where is the Troopers" and is improper grammar. -
09-13-2009, 11:55 AM
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Re: Ticket quotas? Fired trooper says yes, FHP Says No
Frank, THANK YOU! Troop F does need to be looked into. PBA needs to conduct a survey about moral, tickets, and work enviorment. There was an investigation on a LT in one of the districts for a...
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09-13-2009, 11:48 AM
Thread: Resignation
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Re: Resignation
Breaking news from http://www.spellcheck.net and basic English:
believe
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their= Relating to someone.
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09-13-2009, 11:30 AM
Thread: If I were the new ED
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Re: If I were the new ED
15. Emphasis on the proper use of your, you're, their, there, and they're during training. Yes, you'd have to take a test before academy graduation and it would become an in-service standard as well....
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08-15-2009, 06:23 AM
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Re: Troop A TPR Paul like to write Deputies tickets
Legislature= A body of people authorized to make, amend, and repeal laws.
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08-15-2009, 05:56 AM
Thread: TROOPER WHO CITES COPS
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Re: TROOPER WHO CITES COPS
Dude, where did you learn how to write? If you want to educate the guy on P.C., at least edit your posts.
Please review bolded words above to see a few of your mistakes. Also, please learn the use... -
Re: Courtesy
The GPD appreciates your candor and predicament. Many GPD officers are familiar with one finger typists, although they are not usually typing at the time of the use of the finger.
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07-29-2009, 05:53 AM
Thread: Collier Deputy Hit By Car A Second Time!
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Re: Collier Deputy Hit By Car A Second Time!
Perhaps the thread title should read:
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07-29-2009, 05:49 AM
Thread: Fox Orlando Story on *FHP failure
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Re: Fox Orlando Story on *FHP failure
While on message board patrol, the GPD encountered a repeat offender. Upon a supervisory review, the 50% standard was not met, so no further action was taken.
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07-29-2009, 05:42 AM
Thread: EVEN DELIVERING MAIL PAYS MORE
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Re: EVEN DELIVERING MAIL PAYS MORE
The GPD concurs and believes this is a capital idea and the citizen should capitalize on the opportunity.
The GPD would caution the citizen that they can also experience stress while in the Postal... -
Re: Courtesy
Mostly on the interstate, without a lot of traffic. Yea, I speed. It's not a crime, it's an infraction. I've never been in nor caused any accidents because I'm always aware of my...
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07-28-2009, 08:06 AM
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Re: "The Police Dept handled that situation STUPIDLY?"
Grammar enforcement, like law enforcement, is often focused on the negative aspects of our society.
The GPD thanks "Punctuation Pat(r)ol" for their volunteer efforts in grammar enforcement.
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07-28-2009, 07:53 AM
Thread: Ride-A-Long
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Re: Ride-A-Long
The GPD received several *GPD calls regarding numerous 404 violations. One citizen reported their IQ as dropping several points by the time they had gotten to the end of the thread.
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07-28-2009, 07:08 AM
Thread: Collier Deputy Hit By Car A Second Time!
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Re: Collier Deputy Hit By Car A Second Time!
As a public service, the GPD will correct improperly posted links by well-meaning (having or indicating good intentions, usually with unfortunate results) citizens. The GPD reminds citizens to...
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07-28-2009, 06:47 AM
Thread: Hate to say it....but I'm outta here
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Re: Hate to say it....but I'm outta here
While on message board patrol, I observed two 404 violations within the same post. A grammar stop was initiated and the poster was unable to produce a valid dictionary.
I issued a notice to... -
07-25-2009, 06:22 AM
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Re: "The Police Dept handled that situation STUPIDLY?"
While on message board patrol, I heard a complaint of a 404 violation being dispatched. Due to my location, I responded to the complaint. Upon arrival, I observed that an alleged citizen was...
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07-24-2009, 06:17 AM
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Re: FHP, The big waste of money that's full of real idiots
A citizen internal complaint was received and evaluated. The 50% threshold was surpassed, so the complaint was forwarded to the Internal Affairs Division (GPD:IAD). An investigator evaluated the...
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07-22-2009, 06:37 AM
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Re: FHP, The big waste of money that's full of real idiots
Nope, gainfully employed for over 15 years. I'm just tired of the redunantcy. Why do we have a state agency that is responsible for nothing but traffic crashes and traffic? The state could axe all...
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07-22-2009, 06:15 AM
Thread: FHP WHAT A JOKE
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Re: FHP WHAT A JOKE
With many talented citizens on this message board, the GPD truly regrets due to current economic circumstances that there is a hiring freeze. The GPD appreciates their input.
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07-22-2009, 06:10 AM
Thread: FHP HIRING PROCESS
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Re: FHP HIRING PROCESS
The GPD received an AOA request to translate a post from text-speak to English. An officer responded and was able to capitalize on the opportunity:
Don't do it. They treat you like *expletive* and... -
Re: Courtesy
The GPD received a report of a 401 (intoxicated posting) violation via *GPD. An officer responded and confirmed the violation.
The officer found the subject was "6 over" on the post and offered... -
07-15-2009, 03:44 AM
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Re: BILL FERRELL EX TROOPER/FIRED FAU CHIEF/ LEO JOB EXPERT?
As a public service, the GPD went through this post and made it legible and the links operational.
Grammar Expert: Capt. O. F. Corrections
The GPD believes this could be an effective medium and... -
07-13-2009, 07:43 AM
Thread: if it sounds like a duck.....
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Re: if it sounds like a duck.....
I read your post three (3) times; as a result of your poor writing, I still have no idea as to your point after the first sentence.
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07-13-2009, 07:17 AM
Thread: if it sounds like a duck.....
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Re: if it sounds like a duck.....
The GPD received a complaint of a 404 violation for excessive apostrophes in a post. An officer responded and determined one word (get's) was improperly used, and a second word (ti'll) did not...
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07-13-2009, 07:06 AM
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Re: You will not attend Troop C party unless quota is met
The GPD lauds this citizen for their proper use of the Germanic umlaut (ü) for a word from a foreign language, as well as the proper use of you and your. The announced and assistant corrections are...
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07-11-2009, 06:30 AM
Thread: Auviliary Troopers
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Re: Auviliary Troopers
The GPD appreciates the efforts of the GPD auxiliary members.
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07-08-2009, 06:49 AM
Thread: "HE DID IT!"
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Re: "HE DID IT!"
The GPD can relate to this issue. Often, an officer will enter a message board and a senior member will say to a misspelling new member, "If you don't straighten up, that officer is going to make you...
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06-28-2009, 06:05 AM
Thread: What's Troop L like
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Re: What's Troop L like
The GPD is in complete agreement with this statement other than we consider this a message board as opposed to a blog. The GPD thinks it is a good thing many of the posts are not representative of an...
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06-27-2009, 05:28 AM
Thread: Update on Inter-Galactic War
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Re: Update on Inter-Galactic War
The GPD thinks the phrase "it takes one to know one" is entirely appropriate here.
The GPD was not authorized for further response to this post, as it falls into a violation of the laws of nature.... -
06-27-2009, 05:17 AM
Thread: Activity Quota?
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Re: Activity Quota?
The GPD received a report of a "bad" 404 violation and an officer responded.
Upon arrival, the officer noted there are no "good" 404 violations. A correction was attempted but the officer found... -
06-22-2009, 05:20 AM
Thread: FHP is hard to get on with
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Re: FHP is hard to get on with
Even at the risk of administrative action, an officer thought the above post exemplified why the GPD Prime Directive exists and wanted to memorialize it.
The GPD has obtained intelligence that the... -
06-22-2009, 04:57 AM
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Re: Miami Police Officer killed today in a violent crash!
The GPD mourns the loss of any law enforcement officer, especially one at such a young age with an entire career ahead of them. The GPD also mourns that petty arguing infects even these type of...
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06-21-2009, 04:25 AM
Thread: FHP is hard to get on with
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Re: FHP is hard to get on with
Hey!! don't say that he's hilarious lol[/quote]
The GPD appreciates this citizen's understanding of one of the missions of the agency. The GPD would also take this opportunity to inform the... -
06-21-2009, 04:10 AM
Thread: What is going on with Capt. Fort Meyers?
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Re: What is going on with (the) Capt. (in) Fort Meyers (Myers)?
While on patrol, an officer observed a 440 violation (spelling/grammar errors in post title and also in response via innuendo). The officer noted the citizen originating the post appeared to be...
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06-20-2009, 04:04 AM
Thread: Oklahoma Highway Patrol pulls over EMT
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Re: Oklahoma Highway Patrol pulls over EMT
The GPD likewise appreciates the advanced grammar information. While this particular item was noted by the officer and discussed, a supervisor decided to cancel the pursuit of the matter. The train...
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06-19-2009, 05:00 AM
Thread: Calling the Midnight Rider
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Re: Calling the Midnight Rider
Some believe his (or her) name can only be seen when the caps lock key is deactivated.
The GPD is working with several graphic artists for an upcoming Public Typing Safety Campaign (PTSC) in order... -
06-19-2009, 04:44 AM
Thread: FHP is hard to get on with
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Re: FHP is hard to get on with
While on patrol, a 404C (cumulative 404 violations that by themselves are generally ignored) violation was observed as a result of a total of two posts. Correction was offered and patrol resumed.
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06-17-2009, 03:40 AM
Thread: FHP is hard to get on with
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Re: FHP is hard to get on with
The GPD received a report alleging this citizen had been disqualified due to ending the title of his post with a preposition.
The inquiry was handled without a response, as this is a common... -
06-16-2009, 05:34 AM
Thread: Oklahoma Highway Patrol pulls over EMT
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Re: Oklahoma Highway Patrol pulls over EMT
Many are under this misconception. The GPD is a grammar rule enforcement agency. We do not arrest citizens, we merely correct them. In extreme cases, a notice to appear at the Department of...
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06-16-2009, 04:39 AM
Thread: Constant Complaining by some troopers!
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Re: Constant Complaining by some troopers!
The GPD does make an attempt to be proactive in the field of grammar rule enforcement (GRE) by not only responding to citizen complaints and message board patrol but also recognizing proper use of...
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06-15-2009, 06:09 AM
Thread: WHO'S THE LT. IN BLACK B.D.U'S?
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Re: WHO'S THE LT. IN BLACK B.D.U'S?
Members of the GPD are required to be present for all sessions of training. There are no points for second place.
Members are also taught to read and comprehend the posts above theirs so as to... -
06-15-2009, 05:02 AM
Thread: Constant Complaining by some troopers!
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Re: Constant Complaining by some troopers!
The GPD concurs as well, and notes what a tremendous difference a couple of letters in a word can make.
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06-14-2009, 06:28 AM
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GPD PSA: Sloppy Writing Says You Don't Care Enough
The GPD is required under their charter and Department of Education rules to provide periodic Public Service Announcements. Here is one recently written:
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06-14-2009, 06:20 AM
Thread: WHO'S THE LT. IN BLACK B.D.U'S?
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Re: WHO'S THE LT. IN BLACK B.D.U'S?
The reason some of us cares is because DH is the best person for the job![/quote]
The GPD cares that proper grammar is utilized in postings and is being taught at the FHP Academy if needed.
In... -
06-13-2009, 04:55 AM
Thread: Re-Cruiting For The Inter-Galactic War
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Re: Re-Cruiting For The Inter-Galactic War
The GPD has unearthed a new lingu-terror cell that are also members of the Friends Against Grammar Structure network. This new group calls themselves These Average Rednecks Dont Spell. It is noted by...
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06-12-2009, 08:04 AM
Thread: Troop L Dispatchers
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Re: Troop L Dispatchers
The GPD while on message board patrol observed 404 and 414 violations (allegation of lack of education containing more than two spelling or grammar errors and posting with a defective caps lock key)....
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06-12-2009, 07:46 AM
Thread: Re-Cruiting For The Inter-Galactic War
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Re: Re-Cruiting For The Inter-Galactic War
The GPD received several reports of various violations including a 402 (intoxicated person attempting to post), a 420 (mentally unstable person attempting to post) and a 420A (mentally unstable...
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06-09-2009, 04:33 AM
Thread: WHO'S THE LT. IN BLACK B.D.U'S?
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Re: WHO'S THE LT. IN BLACK B.D.U'S?
The GPD received a citizen Guest report of a 422 violation (grammatical dispute between Guests). An officer was dispatched and upon arrival noted the following:
Guest A alleged Guest B had... -
06-08-2009, 04:16 AM
Thread: Angry teenagers.
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Re: Angry teenagers.
Those of you that think proper grammar is not important will always be frowned upon by others, laughed at by attorneys and lack credibility from judges. Typos are one thing but actual grammatical...
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06-07-2009, 07:27 AM
Thread: Are you kidding me???
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Re: Are you kidding me???
The GPD recognizes a "warning ticket" is an oxymoron, or a contradiction in terms.
When one uses a term that defines an either/or circumstance, the following term cannot be the opposite term. In... -
06-07-2009, 07:10 AM
Thread: Angry teenagers.
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Re: Angry teenagers.
The GPD received an assist request for a review regarding questionable use of terms in a post. A citizen Guest was reported to be a "Stupid rural county redneck".
An officer responded and reviewed... -
06-07-2009, 06:54 AM
Thread: FHP Update
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Re: FHP Update
While some somehow assert this as a known fact, the GPD is thankful for one item they do have... a working caps lock key. As a public service, the GPD added a period after the word "period" in the...
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06-05-2009, 05:37 AM
Thread: FHP Update
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Re: FHP Update
Hahaaaa.....I LOVE IT!! I'm sure this joke went over 95% of the people's heads here, but I just wanted you to know that I got it. Long live GPD!! :snicker:[/quote]
The GPD appreciates your... -
06-05-2009, 05:25 AM
Thread: WHO'S THE LT. IN BLACK B.D.U'S?
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Re: WHO'S THE LT. IN BLACK B.D.U'S?
GPD suggested correction:
That is the funniest post on this website! Why doesn't your administration just fire the guy and move on?
The GPD received a report of a post that was described as... -
06-05-2009, 05:04 AM
Thread: FHP Update
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Re: FHP Update
The GPD believes it is in the best interest of the message board public to clarify the term grammar and expound on the mission of the GPD.
Grammar, specifically English grammar, is the concept of... -
06-04-2009, 06:26 AM
Thread: FHP Update
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Re: FHP Update
On Thursday June 4, 2009 the GPD dispatch center received a citizen Guest complaint of a 412 violation (person attempting to impersonate an American Indian on a message board).
An officer was... -
06-04-2009, 05:52 AM
Thread: Question for TROOP E
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Re: Question for TROOP E
Although we do not patrol SR 836, the GPD would like to commend you for the outstanding use of the English language in the detailed response.
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06-03-2009, 06:07 AM
Thread: Troop Commanders
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Re: Troop Commanders
It is the official policy of the Grammar Police Dept. that education without entertainment is like an academy post-lunch monotone lecture on legal matters. Since it has been alleged that certain...
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06-03-2009, 05:55 AM
Thread: Troop Commanders
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Re: Troop Commanders
We could've piled up a hundred years of great policemen and great detectives: men with honor and brains and guts. You tore down every best part of them. The people who read it in the papers, they're...
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05-31-2009, 05:47 AM
Thread: Troop Commanders
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Re: Troop Commanders
Thank you GP.
It is both an honor and a pleasure to follow in the online pages of one as capable and knowledgeable as you.
In the words of Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar:
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05-31-2009, 05:34 AM
Thread: I PULLED OVER A COP
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Re: I PULLED OVER A COP
Not to worry... intent goes a long way with the GPD. The GPD realizes fatigue is a factor in many situations and while a lot of activity is found while on patrol, we do not capitalize on the...
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05-31-2009, 05:21 AM
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Re: FHP has serious problems, yet beat us up over a hat!
Methinks the gentleman doth protest too much.... :cry:
It should be THAN rather than THEN...
Just providing grammatical back-up to my good friends at the GPD...[/quote]
Appreciate it LU. The... -
05-29-2009, 05:06 AM
Thread: I PULLED OVER A COP
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Re: I PULLED OVER A COP
As a public service, the GPD will properly link items found in posts that are improperly linked.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Quf0ihNEdmI
The trick is to click on the "URL" button and put the... -
05-29-2009, 04:58 AM
Thread: Troop Commanders
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Re: Troop Commanders
A citizen Guest reported a 451 grammar violation (unintelligible post or post written in a foreign language). We responded and determined that while the post in question appeared to be in English we...
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05-29-2009, 04:49 AM
Thread: Authorized Footwear
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Re: Authorized Footwear
While on routine message board patrol, I observed several instances in posts where the Guests were attempting to spell corfam without any success (excluding quotations and multiple violations within...
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05-29-2009, 04:04 AM
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Re: More than 350 cases in which people have died from tasers.
Excellent post, Joe. Too bad we don't see stuff like that in the paper. So much for "equal time".
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