Chief of Police is highest-ranking officer, appointed by Mayor with 12+ years experience. Assistant Chief leads department during Chief's absence, officially Deputy Chief II. Deputy Chief commands bureaus, first rank for outside hires. Commander oversees bureaus and patrols, promoted from Captain after exam
ABC drama series created by Alexi Hawley, premiered October 2018. Based on real-life LAPD officer William Norcross's story. Premiered seven seasons total, with seventh scheduled for 2025
"Police" is always treated as a plural noun. "The police is" is considered grammatically incorrect. "The police are" is more common in American English
Police officers are law enforcement employees with arrest and detention powers. Main duties include crime prevention, public safety, and maintaining order. Officers may be sworn to oath and use force when necessary. Some specialize in counter-terrorism, child protection, or VIP services
US police ranks follow military-style structure with Army/Marine Corps insignia. Chief of police/commissioner leads large departments, sheriffs are elected officials. Assistant chiefs/undersheriffs exist in some departments, especially NYC
Police are general-purpose law enforcement officers employed by various government agencies. Federal police serve as security forces, handling serious crimes through inspector general's offices. Police officers typically have police-type uniforms and patrol cars with emergency lights