We all assume cop shows have at least some basis in reality, right? There's usually someone who advises the writers and actors on how a real cop/agent acts. So then are supposed to think our law enforcement officers act like this? I hope not.
1. They announce themselves. Then act surprised when the criminal doesn't immediately throw up their hands and say, "You got me! Take me to prison right now." So let me get this straight. All cops have to do is say "stop" and the criminal stops? Well, NYPD, I'm ready for ya!
2. The main characters are MENSA candidates. No one can solve it till they get there, man. Duh! Everybody else is just a stand-in for the shot. Who cares if they've had hours on the case, and miss obvious clues in front of them? They're not the big-name actors! Their characters can't be expected to think for themselves!
3. Any guest star from another bureau is the enemy. If you're a cop, the FBI are full of themselves and will take over your case and not let you do nuthin'. If you're FBI and the CIA shows up, they've got to be spooks and are taping all your conversations. You're not even safe in your own apartment.
So, what have we learned? Cops and other law enforcement officers are not that incompetent. Don't believe everything you see.
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