What defines the centralized model of state law enforcement?

• A. A system in which law enforcement authority is divided among multiple state agencies with limited or specialized responsibilities.
• B. A system where local police override statewide authorities in all matters.
• C. A system in which state-level law enforcement authority is concentrated in a single, powerful agency with statewide jurisdiction.
• D. A system where federal agencies completely control state policing.

Answer: (C)