Between now and the year 2014, there will be an average of over 24,000 new patrol officer and deputy sheriff jobs added throughout the United States. That’s over 120,000 entry level law enforcement jobs waiting to be filled.

However, not all states are created equal. You may find that you need to relocate in order to increase your opportunities. When it comes to the most law enforcement job openings, these states are on the top of the list:

1. California
2. Florida
3. New York
4. Illinois
5. Georgia