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Does receiving separation from DEP affect future employment with a law enforcement agency?

I recently requested -and subsequently received- separation from a military branch's DEP (Delayed Enlistment). I have been advised that I can honestly state I have never been in the Armed Services (due to never being on Active duty, nor entitled to any kind of military pay). Although I wanted to serve, circumstances changed between my signing and my ship date.
My question is: If I choose to apply to a police/law enforcement agency at a later date, can I honestly state that I have never been in the military? Will the military keep a record of my DEP separation? I have heard contradicting answers, and am looking for definitive answer from former or current military.
As well, to military servicemen, I envy your position and thank you for your honorable service. Thank you in advance for your answers.

You never served but you did apply and were accepted. That generates a paper trail for yourself and not necessarily a bad one. The fact you were accepted means your character and background are reasonably sound. When filing out the application state you never served if it asks any other questions like have you been dishonorably discharged, you can answer no. Keep the paperwork handy and explain to the person reviewing your file what took place. They will most likely ask for copies and check out your story. If its legit, there should be no problems. If it isn't there will be. BUT if you don't at least mention it and they find out about it, it may seem like you are hiding something and that could be the worst thing of all.

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