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Policing in the United States

Question 5 • Edwards Introduction to Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security B 25-26

What is one clear distinction between a chief of police and a county sheriff?

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A

The county sheriff typically works longer hours than a police chief.

B

The police chief must have more education than a county sheriff.

C

The county sheriff need not wear a uniform, but the police chief must always be in uniform.

D

The county sheriff is an elected position, while the police chief is hired by either the city manager, city council, or the mayor.

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