Law Enforcement Authority
/ˈlɔː ˌɛnˈfɔːrsmənt ɔːˈθɒrɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal power granted to designated individuals or agencies to enforce laws, maintain public order, and administer justice.
The city's law enforcement authority responded quickly to the reported robbery.
- (n.) An entity or organization vested with the responsibility to investigate crimes and apprehend offenders.
Federal law enforcement authorities have jurisdiction over interstate criminal cases.
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- law enforcement authority
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Commentary
Used to describe both the legal power and the institutions charged with enforcing laws; important to distinguish from individual officers when drafting legal documents.
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