The term "civil constable" can have different meanings depending on the jurisdiction. Here are some examples:
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In Brazil, the Civilian Police (Polícia Civil) is the name of the investigative state police forces. The Civilian Police are agencies of the public administration of the states and of the Federal District of Brazil. The function of Judiciary Police is exercised through the police inquiry, included in the Brazilian prosecution law in order to investigate the penal infractions and their responsibility. When concluded the inquiry is sent to the criminal judge. )
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In Kerala, India, a Civil Police Officer (CPO) is the lowest rank in the Kerala Police, followed by a Senior Civil Police Officer. A civil police officer in the Kerala Police is equivalent to a police constable in the police forces of other states in India. Civil Police Officers play a crucial role in maintaining law and order in Kerala. They are the backbone of the police force and work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of the public.
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In the United States, a constable is a sworn law enforcement/peace officer that can arrest for felony crimes and breaches of the peace committed in their presence, or by warrant anywhere in the Commonwealth. A constable is also an officer empowered to carry out the business of the statewide district court system, by serving warrants of arrest, mental health warrants, transporting prisoners, service of summons, complaints and subpoenas, and enforcing protection from abuse orders as well as orders of eviction and judgement levies.
It is important to note that a person appointed as a Provincial Civil Constable in Nova Scotia, Canada, is not a police officer or government employee or a representative.
