Why some police officers don't like to be call cops?

trooper3316

Probably because he was on TV.

I've never heard of an officer finding that offensive.

It was derived from the first uniforms that had copper buttons and a copper badge. They were called "coppers", or cops, for short. There is nothing derogatory about it.

robbocop

I actually prefer to be called "cop" as my screen name suggests. But I have met other officers who see it as disrespect.

EDIT: btw, I have never heard a police officer refer to an offender as a "perp", not a real one anyway.

Penguin_Bob

The only time I can see LEOs not likeing the word 'cops' is if is preceeded with the word 'fuc****'. It never bothered me in 28 years. :-)

maggiemae363

Because it is a slang word and some people just hate slang. Just a guess.

Brian C

No idea why he would be offended. I've never been offended by being called 'cop' in twelve years.

John R

Cop is a slang word and may not be liked by some. It is a common expression but they are police officers and should be refered to as such. Many dint mind being called cops but it is not the correct term

Danny

The truth hurts!! They all want to demand respect instead of earning it.

spinmiser

The word "COPS" came from Greek homage, "man in uniform holding a gun at the dough nut shop." It is an insult to most cops, I mean calling them "cops."
The correct thing to say is officer!!! And if you ever see them in a dough nut shop; it's better not to say a word except to plea the fifth.

bobby v

I thought COP derived from "Constable on Patrol"I've never heard of "police officer" offended by the use of this word.Maybe he just wanted the host to be "Politically correct" on TV?

whrldpz

The person takes his profession seriously and the profession has a correct name. I think cops is a slang term and demeans some police officers. People should show some respect to a person educated and trained in their profession.

brown9488@att.net

He didn't he was maintaining control of the situation.

Nick

Because he is SO important his job title needs more than one syllable. HE IS AN IMPORTANT MAN. YOU REMEMBER THAT. LOL.

because cops have fragile ego's and are usually big baby's

Mr. Goodhi

Same reason suspects don't like to be called "perps". It's OK for them to name call but not anyone else.

lexo80

Who cares what cops think?

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