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ARTICLE V
(Sections 5.19-5.22)
Department of
Police
Section 5.19 -
Function
The Department of Police shall be
responsible for the protection of persons
and property within the Township against
crime.
Section 5.20 -
Department Head
The Department of Police shall be
headed by a Director who shall be
responsible to the Mayor and Chief
Administrative Officer for the performance
of the function of the department.
Section 5.21 -
Duties
The duties of the Superintendent shall be
to:
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A.
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Prevent crimes against persons
and property;
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B.
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Enforce all criminal laws and
ordinances;
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C.
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Detect and apprehend offenders
and suspected persons;
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D.
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Maintain records and files of
crimes and criminals;
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E.
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Operate facilities for the
temporary safekeeping of
prisoners;
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F.
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Develop and conduct community
relations and educational
programs;
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G.
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Operate and maintain the
police radio; and
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H.
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Maintain records and logs
relating to the radio and
emergency communications system
as are required by law.
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Section 5.22 - Police
Powers
Police employed by the Township
shall be ex-officio constables of the
Commonwealth and shall have the powers and
prerogatives conferred on police officers
by law. Police, when acting as constables,
shall have the authority to serve and
execute criminal processes for the
violation of Municipal Ordinances which
may be issued, and the fees and costs
collected in such capacity shall be paid
into the Township Treasury.
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