Casting for Cops

Legal wrangles have always been part of celebrity chic, but more stars are finding second callings on the right side of the law. From superheroes to starlets, Hollywood's finest are suiting up to serve and protect.

SHAQ-LES NBA dunkster Shaquille O'Neal gave new meaning to heat last year when he joined Miami's team--and the city's police force. The 7-ft. 1-in. Shaq is allowed to carry a gun and make arrests.

ROMY'S NEW GIG Mira Sorvino followed her dad's path in 2005, becoming an honorary deputy sheriff in Pennsylvania. Asked whether her Oscar or the badge was a greater honor, she said, "That's a hard one."

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