Police officers protect the public, detect and prevent crime and perform other activities directed at maintaining law and order.

Police officers perform some or all of the following duties:

Patrol assigned areas to maintain public safety and order and to enforce laws and regulations;

Investigate crimes and accidents, secure evidence, interview witnesses, compile notes and reports and provide testimony in courts of law;

Arrest criminal suspects;

Provide emergency assistance to victims of accidents, crimes and natural disasters;

Participate in crime prevention, public information and safety programs;

May supervise and co-ordinate the work of other police officers.

Law Enforcement Officer