(A) The Chief of Police upon entering the duties of his or her office shall execute bond. The bond shall be in the sum of $2,000.
(B) (1) The bond shall run to the state, and shall be with good surety, approved by the legislative body.
(2) The bond shall be conditioned for the faithful discharge of the duties of the office and for payment of all money received to the person entitled thereto.
(3) For any unlawful arrest or unnecessary or cruel treatment or assault in making an arrest, the principal and sureties shall be liable on his or her bond to the person injured.
(C) Police officers shall not be required to make bond.
(1996 Code, § 3-5.06)