they are called deputies
The only law enforcement officers available on the American frontier were the sheriffs and the US Marshals.
providing funds to hire more officers
Yes.Added: Although such court papers are CUSTOMARILY served by the Sheriff's Office or Court Officers, they MAY also be served by Law Enforcement if they are relative to a criminal case.Law Enforcement officers (NOT to be confused with Sheriff's Deputies) can NOT serve papers of the Civil Court.
Yes. Law Enforcement Officers take an oath, and are worn, to uphold and defend the law. In fact, in many jurisdictions, law enforcement officers themselves are subject to arrest if they fail to take action for violations taking place in their presence.
There are many types of gear that are required for law enforcement officers. Law enforcement officers are required to have their badge, their gun, and their handcuffs on them at all times.
No, Joe Arpaio is not a convicted felon. Such accusations are only his political opposition trying to fool voters. Sheriff Arpaio is a veteran of the United States Army, a former police officer, and a former federal agent. Furthermore, even though the sheriff is an elected position, most counties require that they be commissioned law enforcement officers. Felons may not be commissioned law enforcement officers under federal law.
Sheriff's and their Deputies are among the most powerful of all law enforcement officers. They have the power to enforce BOTH criminal AND civil laws within their counties and their state.
The sheriff is the most powerful and has more authority then any other law enforcement officer, including the state police. He has the authority to arrest federal officers and he can only be arrested by the coroner.
No, Joe Arpaio is not a convicted felon. Such accusations are only his political opposition trying to fool voters. Sheriff Arpaio is a veteran of the United States Army, a former police officer, and a former federal agent. Furthermore, even though the sheriff is an elected position, most counties require that they be commissioned law enforcement officers. Felons may not be commissioned law enforcement officers under federal law.
Sheriff
WHERE CAN I FIND INFORMATION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT GRANTS FOR EQUIPMENT TO HELP OUR SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT?
Law enforcement was hampered by the widespread corruption of law enforcement officers and other public officials.