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Their primary role is to uphold laws, maintain public order, prevent crime, respond to emergencies, and protect life and property within a specific municipal or county jurisdiction.
Police departments typically serve incorporated cities, towns, or districts, while sheriff's offices operate at the county level, often overseeing unincorporated areas, county jails, and court security.
Citizens can usually report non-emergency issues through a dedicated non-emergency phone number, online portals, or by visiting their local police station or sheriff's office during business hours.