L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Wants Public Input on Police Chief Search. Here’s How the LAPD’s New Leader Will Be Picked
Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore is retiring at the end of February, which means L.A. is on the hunt for a new leader in one of its most challenging jobs.
Turnover in the police chief role happens every five to 10 years. Here’s your refresher on what the chief does, how the selection process will work, and how you can make your voice heard.
What does L.A.’s police chief do?