constable in the PONS Dictionary

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He did some town duties, serving as hogreeve, constable, and just before he died, the surveyor of highways.
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The 67 special constables were forced to take shelter in the local police station for protection after 200 community members surrounded the police station.
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Later the next year, the town constable became the first chief of police.
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They were not, however, described as constables and the description may refer to men controlling the trains not enforcing the law.
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Full-time and part-time constables also serve with resident troopers.
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The duties of private special constables are determined by their employers and have authorities limited by statutes under which they operate.
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The supervisory officer would sign the constable's pocket book ensuring that it was up to date.
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The judge is assisted by a constable who is also elected to a four-year term.
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Later constables seem to only occasionally be called upon by the king, without having regular tasks to fulfill.
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A homeowner and tavern keeper, he participated in the community, becoming a member of the fire association and a constable.
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