William Joseph Bratton is a renowned American law enforcement officer and businessman, boasting an illustrious career spanning over three decades.
Prior to his notable stints as New York City Police Commissioner, Bratton held the position of Commissioner of the Boston Police Department from 1993 to 1994 and later became the Chief of the Los Angeles Police Department from 2002 to 2009.
William Bratton's remarkable police career began at the Boston Police Department, where he eventually rose to the rank of Police Commissioner in New York City. His groundbreaking quality-of-life policy is credited with significantly reducing petty and violent crime, thereby improving the overall quality of life for New Yorkers.
In 2002, Bratton was recruited to lead the Los Angeles Police Department, where he oversaw a period of reform and crime reduction, leaving a lasting impact on the city's law enforcement landscape.
Throughout his career, Bratton has served as an advisor on policing in various capacities, including advising the British government. In January 2014, he made a triumphant return to the post of Police Commissioner in New York City, serving until September 2016.
