law enforcement

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Noun 1.2 Usage notes 1.3 See also

[edit] English

[edit] Noun

law enforcement (uncountable)

1. The various government agencies involved in the prevention of crime and the apprehension of criminals.

[edit] Usage notes

• The term normally excludes any private organizations such as private detectives or security guards.

[edit] See also

• police
• sheriff
• FBI
• Interpol
• Scotland Yard