Municipal Police
/ˌmjuː.nɪˈsɪp.əl pəˈliːs/
Definitions
- (n.) A governmental law enforcement agency operating under the authority of a municipality, responsible for maintaining public order and enforcing local laws and ordinances.
The municipal police arrested the suspect for violating city ordinances.
Forms
- municipal police
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Commentary
The term specifically denotes police forces operating at the city or town level, distinct from state or federal law enforcement bodies.
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