police force

• Organisme organisé d'agents habilités par l'État ou une communauté à faire appliquer les lois, maintenir l'ordre public, prévenir et élucider les crimes.

An organized body of officers empowered by a state or community to enforce laws, maintain public order, and prevent and detect crime.

1. Law enforcement organizationB1formal

   An organized body of officers responsible for maintaining public order, enforcing laws, and preventing crime.

   forces de police

   • The police force is investigating the robbery.
   • She joined the police force after graduating from the academy.
   • The local police force works closely with the community.