Illinois Police Officer Age Requirements

Summary

In Illinois, individuals can apply to become police officers between the ages of 21 and 35. Exceptions exist for those with prior law enforcement or military experience. After age 35, without such experience, applications are generally not accepted. Always verify with local departments for specific criteria or exemptions.

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Well I was wondering if you could help me answer a question about the age limit to apply to be a police officer in illinois
Sure, I can help with that! In Illinois, the general age requirements to become a police officer are:
- Minimum age: 21 years old
- Maximum age: 35 years old (with some exceptions for those with prior law enforcement experience or military service)
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ok so for someone who does not have prior law enforcement experience, they can only apply at the latest age of *
Yes, that's correct. For someone without prior law enforcement experience, the latest age they can apply to be a police officer in Illinois is *. If you have any more questions or need more details, feel free to ask!
so once they reach * they cant
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Yes, if someone without prior law enforcement experience reaches the age of *, they generally cannot apply to be a police officer in Illinois. However, specific exceptions might apply, such as military service. It’s always good to check with local departments for any additional criteria or exemptions.
ok thanks
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You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Have a great day!