305,000
Observers have many beliefs about officers. Many observers believe that those county officers whose work does not involve the making of public policy but does involve specialized knowledge should be appointed rather than elected.
I believe the normal jurisdiction limits for many city police officers is the 'Corporation Limits' of the city in which they work.
As of 2007, there are 2109 officers
Many offences can get one handcuffed in the U.S.A. including a routine stop if there is reason to believe one has committed an offence and is a risk to the officers and/or public.
As of 2007, there are 2109 officers
17 Sworn Police Officers
There are way too many police officers and RCMP officers in this world.
Loads
Without knowing what kind of officers it is impossible to say.
1360 Officers of all ranks.
Nearly 7,000 US military officers perished in Vietnam.