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This individual has the power to make arrests within his or her own jurisdiction. Some states extend this authority to adjacent counties or to the entire state. They also perform other functions such as traffic control and enforcement, accident investigations, and maintenance and transportation of prisoners. Larger departments may perform criminal investigations or engage in other specialized law enforcement activities or even aviation (including fixed-wing aircraft or helicopters), canine units, mounted details, or water patrols at their disposal.
What are the duties of the sheriff.