If You're Looking For Trouble, You Found It

In this compelling episode of **#BlackArmOfTheLaw**, **#DrRaShallBrackney** sits down with **#MauriceHicks**, a 20-year law enforcement veteran and author of the memoir **#LookingForTrouble**, for an honest and deeply human conversation about policing, purpose, and paradox. Maurice reflects on his journey from a troubled childhood in **#Baltimore** to a long career in law enforcement, unpacking what it means to “look for trouble” while working daily to prevent harm. He shares transformative moments from the beat, the internal challenges of policing, and how personal loss, racial tension, and lived experience shaped both his leadership and perspective. This episode goes beyond headlines to explore the emotional weight of the badge, the sacrifices officers make to protect their communities, and the lessons learned through service, accountability, and self-reflection. It’s a nuanced look at law enforcement through the lens of experience, truth, and growth.