The thirteenth century of policing can be described as an era where police were:

A. night watchmen who carried out investigations and executed warrants.
B. families charged with the task of protecting their neighbors and town.
C. mostly private-monied police whose use of violence was notorious.
D. corrupt and unsuccessful at stopping crime and influenced by the wealthy.


Answer: A

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