Meaning of law enforcement | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The task of ensuring obedience to the law.
   uncountable
2. The various government agencies, regarded collectively, involved in the prevention of crime and the apprehension of criminals.
   uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Law enforcement is the duty of police, sheriffs and other government officials.”

“Another news report of law enforcement being corrupted–when does this end?”

““You are the ones impacted by the executive orders … there was and remains a huge law enforcement presence in the district,′ Shroff said.”

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