§ 142. Definitions.

(a) In general.

For §§ 141 through 146 of this article, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

(b) Commissioner.

"Commissioner" means the Police Commissioner of Baltimore City.

(c) Department.

"Department" means the Baltimore City Police Department.

(d) Department staff.

"Department staff" means an individual employed by the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore assigned to work for the Department, whether a civilian or a police officer.

(e) Police officer.

"Police officer" means a person who is:

(1) legally authorized to enforce the general criminal laws of the State;

(2) legally authorized to enforce the criminal and civil laws of the City; and

(3) an employee of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore.