Created in 1855, the Chicago Police Department is the primary law enforcement in the city, led by the Police Chief who answers directly to the Mayor.

The CPD is divided up into precincts, each with a Station House which serves a specific neighbourhood, led by a Captain or Commander.

Departments

TODO

Ranks

• Police Chief
• Commander
• Captain
• Lieutenant
• Sergeant
• Police Agent
• Police Officer

Additionally, police use the title of 'Detective' for investigative police who cover such things as murders and organised crime and 'Matron' for female police who are usually involved in such things as child labour and wellfare laws.