civilianize
verb
ci·vil·ian·ize
sə-ˈvil-yə-ˌnīz 
civilianized; civilianizing
: to convert from military to civilian status or control
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But Norman, along with other city officials, has also pointed out that civilianizing other areas of the department may be trickier due to collective bargaining agreements.
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Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 6 Mar. 2023
Police Chief Jeffrey Norman has long voiced general support for further civilianizing the department.
—Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 6 Mar. 2023
Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 6 Mar. 2023
Police Chief Jeffrey Norman has long voiced general support for further civilianizing the department.
—Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 6 Mar. 2023
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“Civilianize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/civilianize. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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