The Chief of Police shall be the keeper of the city jail, if one exists, and shall have custody of all persons incarcerated therein. He or she shall keep such records and make such reports concerning the activities of the Department as may be required by statute or by the Mayor. The Chief shall be responsible for the performance of the Police Department and of all its functions; and all persons who are members of the Department shall serve subject to the orders of the Chief of Police.
(1969 Code, § 21-4) (Ord. 1995-12, passed 5-8-1995)
Statutory reference:
Authority to prescribe duties of police officers, see ILCS Chapter 65, Act 5, § 11-1-2