Do police officers get drafted?

Even though all males over 18 register with selective service there are things called critical jobs. Short explanation. In WWII Britain did a full draft to get ready to support France after they declared war. read more

In the 1960s, he was a rookie police officer who was called up for the draft during the Vietnam War. I would have thought he could get a deferment, but he either couldn’t or didn’t seek one. He spent two years in the Army, then returned to the police department and resumed his career. read more

Now Police Officers still have to register with selective services. Obviously as mentioned many police officers have served in the military or are currently in the Reserves or National Guard, but remember this is strictly voluntary and their employers have to honor it if they are called to serve. read more