The police are the civil force of a state, responsible for the prevention and detection of crime and the maintenance of public order.
Below is Police Salary In Ghana
The salary range for the majority of workers in Police – from GH₵589.51 to GH₵2,412.31 per month .
Tasks and duties
Patrolling a specific area to maintain public order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, and enforcing laws and regulations
Identifying, pursuing, and arresting suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts
Directing traffic and assuming authority in the event of accidents
Providing emergency assistance to victims of accidents, crimes, and natural disasters.
Why are police so important?
Police typically are responsible for maintaining public order and safety, enforcing the law, and preventing, detecting, and investigating criminal activities.
These functions are known as policing.
What are the major functions of police?
The role and functions of the police shall broadly be:
to uphold and enforce the law impartially, and to protect life, liberty, property, human rights, and dignity of the members of the public;
to promote and preserve public order.
What are the different types of police?
Let’s take a closer look at ten common types of law enforcement officers and the work they do.
Uniformed officers.
Detectives.
State police and highway patrol officers.
Fish and game wardens.
Transit and railroad officers.
Sheriffs.
Special jurisdiction police.
Air marshals.
Which is the highest post in the police?
Director-General of PolicePolice Ranks and Badges.
| Sl No | Rank |
|---|---|
| 1 | Director-General of Police |
| 2 | Addl. Director-General of Police |
| 3 | Inspector-General of Police |
| 4 | Deputy Inspector General of Police |