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Sec. 23-26. Vigilance to prevent crime.

Every member of the police force shall endeavor, by his
constant vigilance, to prevent the perpetration of crime within
his beat. If offenses against persons and property become
frequent occurrences along his beat, they will be deemed sufficient
proof of his negligence and inefficiency to warrant a
suspension or dismissal. (Code 1959, § 23-26.)