Duties of a Constable in the UK include:
- Keeping the peace
- Protection of Life and Limb
- Protection of Property
- Detection and Prevention of Crime.
In the UK, the lowest rank of police officer is Police Constable (aka PC) - it's not an elected position as it is in some other jurisdictions.
In theory, all PCs are appointed by and ultimately answerable to the Queen.
The office of constable dates back to William the Conquerer in 1066 who appointed constables to supervise small communities. Their duties were similar to a sheriff in those early times. The office of constable was transferred to the British colonies in early America in the mid-1600s. A village could not be established without a constable. They kept the peace, served warrants, controlled unruly crowds, convened town meetings, levied fines and enforced town ordinances.
Police Constable. Constable is the first rank of a UK Police Officer. In order the ranks are as follows :- Constable Sergeant Inspector Chief Inspector Superintendant Chief Superintendant Assistant Chief Constable Deputy Chief Constable Chief Constable
Jez Constable's birth name is Jeremy Constable.
Jimmy Constable's birth name is James Constable.
a constable is a cop,sheriff,or police
One prefix for "constable" is "deputy."
table technically rhymes with constable
Yes, constable is the correct spelling.
a constable is a cop,sheriff,or police
The constable paused when he heard the window break. Constable - police officer
In medieval times, a constable was responsible for maintaining law and order within a specific area, often serving as a local law enforcement officer. Their duties included overseeing the community, enforcing laws, and handling minor criminal cases. Constables also managed local watchmen and could be involved in collecting taxes and other duties assigned by local lords or authorities. Their role was crucial in ensuring public safety and upholding the authority of the ruling powers.
Bernie Constable was born in 1921.