Certainly going back to Sherlock Holmes we have a tradition of forensic science featured in detective stories.

Politicians should read science fiction not westerns and detective stories.

You're right on the money with that. We're all like detectives in life. There's something at the end of the trail that we're all looking for.

Yes. I did more research than I ever wanted to and saw some things I wish I didn't. I went on ride-alongs spent time with Homicide Cold Case and SVU detectives hung out in subways learning how to spot pervs and pick-pockets viewed an autopsy went to a police firing range and witnessed court cases and I read read read.

If your neighbors think you're a detective because a cop always brings you home you might be a redneck.

Dad made it to Gold Shield Detective so he always busted Robin my oldest brother and me. Always got caught whatever we were doing.

Personally I had the opportunity to go on several ride alongs with the LA County Sheriff's Department with some amazing detectives who were invaluable to me.