Some S. Fla. cops routinely leave work early, short shifting taxpayers, investigation shows

Even in these tough times, some South Floridians have jobs that let them skip out of work, take long lunches, knock off early on Fridays and still collect a full day's pay. Who are they? Cops at local police departments, and taxpayers are footing the bill.

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  Sun Sentinel investigation: Graphics

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  Pembroke Pines' break policy lets cops leave early

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  Plantation cops leave early, take long lunches

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  Davie police major cuts hours short, especially on Fridays, records show

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  Cutting hours short can be a crime for Florida cops

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  Short Shifted: About this series