peace officer

Example Sentences

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It does exclude offenders sentenced to death or life without the possibility of parole and offenders who commit first-degree murder of a peace officer.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

He was charged with delaying and resisting a peace officer, a misdemeanor.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2025

“As a result of the termination, he has lost 30 years of future income as a peace officer, costing him millions of dollars in salary and retirement.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2025

In October, the state deemed him no longer eligible for certification as a peace officer in California in light of his criminal convictions.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 18, 2024

This will be conducted with maximum concern for your privacy and only peace officer or licensed medical staff of the same sex as you shall be present or participate in the search.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater