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Here are a few notable police commissioners:
- William Bratton (former NYPD Commissioner): Known for his "broken windows" theory of policing, which emphasizes the importance of addressing minor crimes to prevent more serious ones.
- Bernard C. "Bernie" Kerik (former NYPD Commissioner): A controversial figure who served as NYPD Commissioner from 2000 to 2001, but was later convicted of tax fraud and served time in prison.
- Charles H. Ramsey (former Philadelphia Police Commissioner): A highly respected law enforcement professional who served as Commissioner of the Philadelphia Police Department from 2008 to 2016.
- William J. Bratton (former LAPD Commissioner): A pioneer in community policing, Bratton served as LAPD Commissioner from 2002 to 2009 and is credited with reducing crime in Los Angeles.
- Kevin Davis (former Baltimore Police Commissioner): A veteran law enforcement officer who served as Commissioner of the Baltimore Police Department from 2015 to 2018, during a period of significant social unrest in the city.
- Michael Harrison (Baltimore Police Commissioner): The current Commissioner of the Baltimore Police Department, Harrison has been praised for his efforts to reform the department and improve community relations.
- James O'Neill (former NYPD Commissioner): A 40-year veteran of the NYPD, O'Neill served as Commissioner from 2016 to 2019 and oversaw a number of high-profile investigations and reforms.
- Cedric Alexander (former DeKalb County Police Commissioner): A respected law enforcement professional who served as Commissioner of the DeKalb County Police Department in Georgia from 2012 to 2018.
These are just a few examples of notable police commissioners. There are many other dedicated and effective law enforcement leaders serving in cities and departments across the United States.