The basic rules of surviving at LMPD 1. Know policy better than PSU does. 2. Don't take unneccessary risks aka "Never get out of the boat" 3. Never believe anyone saying they will cover for you breaking a policy or law. They all have short memories. 4. Pretend you trust, like and respect your superiors, just like they pretend. 5. Realize this is what you do to get paid money, not to save the world or make a big difference in crime rates. Have low expectations or you will become too cynical and burn