police officer

• Persona cuya función oficial es mantener el orden público, hacer cumplir las leyes y prevenir o investigar delitos dentro de una jurisdicción determinada.

A person whose official duty is to maintain public order, enforce laws, and prevent or investigate crimes within a specific jurisdiction.

1. Law enforcement memberA1formal

   A person whose job is to enforce laws, maintain public order, and protect people and property.

   agente de policía

   • The police officer helped the lost child find his parents.
   • A police officer directed traffic at the busy intersection.
   • She decided to become a police officer after college.