Which Statements Below Concerning U.S. Marshals Is True

question 116

Multiple Choice

Which statements below concerning U.S. marshals is true?

• A) Once the "Wild West" was tamed, the U.S. marshals became obsolete.
• B) They are considered the "beat cops" of federal law enforcement.
• C) They are the top law enforcement official in county government.
• D) They were originally known as bobbies and were created by the Metropolitan Police Act.
• E) They are federal law enforcement officials originally appointed to handle duties in western territories .

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