Military Police Research Articles

Shootings in Military Police of Paraná (Brazil, 2010–2023): Legal Outcomes and Distribution

Shootings in Military Police of Paraná (Brazil, 2010–2023): Legal Outcomes and Distribution

Low physical activity levels of military police officers during day and night radio patrolling

IntroductionThe São Paulo State Military Police officers have a higher mortality rate than the civilian population. The radio patrolling work (RP190) is carried out by pairs of military police officers...

A APLICABILIDADE DO TREINAMENTO FÍSICO MILITAR (TFM), DENTRO DO TURNO DE SERVIÇO, PARA A TROPA DA RADIOPATRULHA AUTO (RPA) DA POLÍCIA MILITAR DO PARANÁ

The present article aims to provide a theoretical deepening, detailing how the Commanders of Operational Units, members of the Military Police of Paraná (PMPR), can optimize the management of their respective personnel in order to enable the practice of Military Physical Training during their service shift, specifically for the members of the Radiopatrulha Auto teams. The proposal seeks to fully comply with the provisions of the General Command Ordinance No. 222, dated March 9, 2022, which establishes guidelines for physical activity schedules within the Corporation. However, this guidance faces significant challenges, as the effective implementation of physical activity rarely reaches the ordinary troops, given that the operational service, which is prioritized, precedes any activity related to Physical Education. Thus, this study aims to propose alternatives and solutions that enable a balance between operational demands and the need to ensure physical health and proper preparation of military police officers, with the goal of ensuring compliance with the regulations set forth in the ordinance and improving physical training conditions within the PMPR.

The Concept of Reforming Military Justice System Specifically in the Termination of Investigations on the Regulation of Institutions and Authority of Military Police Investigations in Indonesia

Objective: Military Criminal Procedure Law (HAPMIL) (Law No 31 of 1997) on Military Justice was found to require legal reform to correlate with current legal developments. The substance of this law should further adapt to evolving legal principles including the prompt resolution of cases and the realization of justice as well as legal benefits which were the objectives long desired in the scope of Military Justice in Indonesia. Theoretical Framework: In this context, there have been no regulations allowing Military Police Investigators (POM) to terminate military case during the investigation stage, even when valid reasons for termination exist. Therefore, this study aimed to address the lack of authority granted to POM to terminate investigations which undermined the effectiveness of legal processes. Method: The analysis further used a normative legal approach and concluded that empowering POM investigators with authority to terminate investigations would enhance the efficiency of law enforcement. Results and Discussion: Specifically, when POM determined that an investigation lacked sufficient evidence to proceed terminating the process in accordance with legal provisions would ensure fairness and clarity for both the accused and investigators. Research Implications: This study provides valuable insights for policymakers, agricultural practitioners, and stakeholders in Magetan Regency. Originality/Value: This research offers a unique contribution to the existing literature on food security and land use planning. The findings of this study can be applied to other regions facing similar challenges, making it a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners.

Incidence of Occupational Injuries Among Military Working Dog Handlers, 2016-2023.

This study examines the incidence of injuries among active component service members in Military Working Dog (MWD) handler occupations compared to three other active component occupational groups. A retrospective cohort study was conducted with a total of 2,524,092 active component service members including, 3935 MWD handlers, 2025 veterinary personnel, 113,413 military police, and 2,404,719 all other active component service members (ACSM). Incidence rate and incident rate ratios of injuries were determined. MWD handlers had the second highest rates of injuries (14,194.42 injuries per 10,000 p-yrs.) with veterinary personnel having the highest rate of injuries (17,320.11 injuries per 10,000 p-yrs.). Military police (11,521.71 injuries per 10,000 p-yrs.) and other ACSM (11,708.60 injuries per 10,000 p-yrs.) had similar incidence rates. Risk for injury was highest among women and older service members. This study is among the first investigations into MWD handlers' occupational health outcomes. These results suggest the importance of continued MWD handler health assessment.

Police Education and SDG 16: An Assessment of AESP in the Context of Ceará’s Public Security Policies

Objective: This study analyzes the role of the State Public Security Academy (AESP) in implementing a multidisciplinary and humanistic police education model, focusing on SDG 16. Theoretical Framework: Drawing on an institutional perspective, the research examines AESP as a foundational agency within public security policies in Ceará. It discusses the shift from a “police training” paradigm to “police education,” articulating the concept of citizen security as an alternative to traditionally militaristic models. Method: This qualitative research comprises document analysis (normative frameworks, PDIs, administrative and financial reports), literature review, and participant observation carried out by one of the authors, a military police officer working at AESP. These steps enabled an investigation of the structural, cultural, and budgetary changes influencing police education. Results and Discussion: The study identified organizational adaptations, AESP’s registration as a research institution, and targeted extension initiatives. Yet, challenges remain, such as the disconnection between AESP and autonomous research entities like SUPESP, resistance to interdisciplinarity between civil and military forces, and a legislative proposal for restructuring that may fragment academic integration and hinder alignment with SDG 16. Research Implications: Strengthening the interdependence of teaching, research, and extension is recommended, overcoming organizational segmentation and prioritizing democratic values and citizenship. The research shows how institutional and cultural policies affect the implementation of police education. Originality/Value: By proposing an integrated police education approach aligned with SDG 16, the study contributes to debates on the strategic role of security academies in higher education for public security, fostering justice, social inclusion, and sustainable governance.

Criminal Offenses Committed by Civilians Together With Members Of The Military

The Military Court can only deal with such cases if there is a decision by the Minister of Defense and Security, approved by the Minister of Justice, to transfer it to a military court. This decision is usually based on consideration of the degree of harm caused to military interests. Based on the types and sources of data used in this research, the author applies normative qualitative research methods. Normative qualitative research is an approach carried out through literature studies by utilizing various references, such as laws, books, journals, theses, and laws and regulations relevant to the formulation of research problems Conflicting sentences reflect the complexity of the criminal justice system involving various legal institutions, such as military police, civilian police, military prosecutors. The handling of this case requires good coordination between institutions to ensure a transparent legal process, in accordance with applicable regulations. This mechanism aims to accommodate equal legal treatment of perpetrators, both members of the military and civilians, while maintaining military discipline, the rule of law. Conflicting crimes reflect the complexity of the criminal justice system in Indonesia, because they involve two different legal jurisdictions. The mechanisms set out in the Military Justice Law aim to ensure justice for perpetrators and victims, while still considering the efficiency and effectiveness of the legal process. The handling of koneksitas cases requires cross-institutional cooperation to ensure a fair and transparent legal process.

POLICIAMENTO DE PROXIMIDADE: AÇÕES DE POLÍCIA NA VISÃO DO PATRULHEIRO

This scientific article aims to deal with the concept of Proximity Policing, in addition to demonstrating its objectives and foundations, it also covers the point of view of those who carry out police actions in practice “the Patrolman”, making it possible to demonstrate that its implementation can result in a reduction in crime rates, in addition to increasing the community's sense of security, especially in an area where the police team is aligned with the vision of the Proximity Policing concept. The concept is already being implemented in theory and practice in some Military Police units, with the aim of disseminating the concept of Proximity Policing, realizing that it will be a powerful tool to positively improve crime rates in their area of ​​activity, and thus advancing the concept, as “Commander” leaders and “Patrolheiro” police officers have the same objective. This concept, based on sustainability and transparency, consists of carrying out police actions with a focus on qualified prevention, from primary care to day-to-day police activities, spontaneous contact, interacting with people, listening to local demands so that they can resolve them with total autonomy through police actions, always based on legality and morality, especially transparency in actions, bringing speed to resolving the problem reported by the citizen, resulting in a strengthening of the relationships in question and consequently increasing credibility in the corporation. Strategically disseminating these actions is essential so that we can increase their impact in a positive way, and this is done through tools such as sociais networks and WhatsApp groups, which, in practice, bring many results. In view of the study, it is concluded that the implementation of Proximity Policing provides a creative response to the problems faced by public security. The daily interaction of the “patrol officer” with the citizen in a true, spontaneous, transparent way and with active listening is a powerful tool, making it possible to understand the demands of each region with sensitivity, enabling the police to act more assertively, reducing crime rates and increasing the feeling of security.

A Mediação Comunitária como Instrumento de Polícia de Proximidade no Brasil: Uma Análise da Implantação na Polícia Militare Perspectivas Futuras

This article investigates the implementation of community mediation as a tool for proximity policing in the Brazilian Military Police, analyzing its challenges, potentialities, and future perspectives. The relevance of this theme lies in the search for alternatives to the traditional model of public security, often criticized for its emphasis on repression and the use of force, to the detriment of prevention and dialogue with the community. The research, exploratory in nature and based on a bibliographic review, examines the legal and institutional framework of community mediation in Brazil, the structuring of Community Mediation Centers (NUMECs) in the Military Police, the types of conflicts mediated, and the challenges and potentialities of the tool. The results indicate that, although in the consolidation phase and still facing challenges such as cultural resistance within the corporation and the need for greater investment, community mediation shows promising results in reducing crime, improving the institutional image of the Military Police, and building a culture of peace. The article argues that community mediation, implemented strategically and in partnership with the Public Prosecutor’s Office, the Judiciary, and other social institutions, can strengthen proximity policing, making it more citizen-oriented, dialogical, and closer to the community, in addition to contributing to social justice and cohesion.

Tailgates, Traffic, Police Militarization, and the Shadow of the Next School Shooting: Campus Police and the 1033 Program

Tailgates, Traffic, Police Militarization, and the Shadow of the Next School Shooting: Campus Police and the 1033 Program

Implementation of the Military Law on Military Members Involved in the Crime of Desertion

Desertion is a military crime involving members of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) leaving their duties or military obligations without proper authorization from their superiors. Desertion has serious implications for military discipline, cohesion, and operational efficiency, and it can threaten national defense. The legal enforcement of desertion offenses is regulated under the Military Penal Code (KUHPM), particularly Articles 87 and 88. The process of handling desertion cases involves investigation by the Military Police (POM), investigation by military investigators, and trial by military courts that issue rulings according to the applicable laws. The penalties imposed vary, ranging from imprisonment, demotion, dishonorable discharge, and even the death penalty during wartime.This study aims to explore in-depth the implementation of military law on individuals who commit desertion and to analyze the factors causing desertion. These factors include personal issues, psychological pressure, and unfavorable working environments. The study employs a normative juridical method, with an approach focused on relevant regulations and military court case studies concerning desertion offenses. The findings show that the application of military law to desertion is a crucial effort in maintaining the stability, discipline, and integrity of the TNI. However, there are several challenges in enforcing the law, such as internal and external factors affecting military personnel. In the relationship between the Military Penal Code (KUHPM) and the Criminal Code (KUHP), both are complementary, where general crimes are regulated by the Criminal Code (KUHP), while offenses related to military duties are governed by the Military Penal Code (KUHPM). This study recommends strengthening law enforcement and discipline training to minimize desertion within the military.

OS EFEITOS DA ATIVIDADE FÍSICA PARA A SAÚDE MENTAL DE POLICIAIS MILITARES FEMININAS DO 1º BATALHÃO DE POLÍCIA MILITAR DO PARANÁ NA CIDADE DE PONTA GROSSA/PR

The mental health of military police officers is an increasingly relevant issue in the current public security scenario, especially when considering the stress and challenges faced in carrying out their duties. In this sense, this study intends to investigate the effects of physical activity on the mental health of female military police officers from the 1st Military Police Battalion of Paraná (1st BPM) in the city of Ponta Grossa-PR. The methodology adopted in this research is quantitative-qualitative, carried out in the city of Ponta Grossa – PR, in the 1st BPM. A questionnaire (Google Forms) was used as an instrument for data collection, and the subjects participating in the research totaled 37 female state military personnel, working in the field of study. The collected data were analyzed in a quantitative and qualitative way, according to data triangulation (Triviños, 2008), resulting in four (4) categories for analysis: (1) Physical Activity Habits (2) Mental Health; (3) Perception of the Benefits of Physical Activity for Mental Health and; (4) Public Policies for Mental Health. It was identified that although there is recognition of the negative impacts of police activity on mental health, existing public policies and institutional actions are still perceived as insufficient to meet the specific demands of these professionals. The main difficulties are related to the high workload, double shifts, constant exposure to risk and lack of adequate psychological support. On the other hand, the data demonstrated that the practice of physical activity is widely valued by participants, being recognized as an effective tool for relieving stress, improving mood, sleep quality and performance at work. Keywords: Physical Activity. Mental health. Female Police Officer. PMPR.

GESTÃO FINANCEIRA DO POLICIAL MILITAR E O IMPACTO NA SUA ESTABILIDADE FINANCEIRA

The military police career is characterized by strenuous hours and unique responsibilities, requiring a balance between professional demands and personal life. In this context, financial management becomes a crucial element to ensure the emotional stability and well-being of public security professionals. This article aimed to analyze the importance of financial management for Military Police Officers, highlighting its influence on the quality of life and financial security of these professionals. The problem investigated was: how can financial management contribute to a safer and more stable future for military police officers? The methodology adopted consisted of a literature review, using scientific databases such as Portal CAPES, Science Direct and SciELO, with a focus on identifying the main difficulties faced by police officers in managing their financial resources and the most effective strategies to overcome them. The results indicate that the lack of financial planning is associated with high levels of stress and instability, affecting both personal life and professional performance. The study proposes the inclusion of financial education in the training and during the career of military police officers, in order to promote awareness about planning and healthy financial habits. The contributions of this research extend to the large area of public management and security, by proposing the implementation of public policies and financial education programs aimed at military police officers. These initiatives aim to improve the quality of life of professionals and strengthen the police institution, ensuring a greater balance between personal and professional life, in addition to ensuring a more stable and secure future.

ASPECTOS JURÍDICO-LEGAIS DA BUSCA PESSOAL AMPARADA NO PROCEDIMENTO OPERACIONAL PADRÃO (POP) DA POLÍCIA MILITAR DO ESTADO DE GOIÁS (PM-GO)

The work of the security forces is part of the context of guaranteeing and protecting the common good, which includes the actions of a police approach, seen as an instrument that contributes both to the promotion and maintenance of public order, as it is a form of preventive or repressive action in the scope of public safety. The objective of the study is to identify and discuss how PM-GO prepares and trains its military police to carry out ostensive and preventive policing and guides them to implement the correct police approach in personal search in line with legal and legal aspects which prescribe respect for citizens’ rights. For its elaboration, qualitative exploratory research was used based on bibliographic review based on journal articles, course completion papers such as graduation monographs, master’s dissertations and doctoral theses that deal with the police approach in its legal, procedural and technical. The results obtained in the research show that police power is inherent to the administrative activity that has the power to act on the conduct or situations of individuals or people who may, directly or indirectly, jeopardize the interests of the community, that is, the common good. The study also explains that reason-based reasons are a condition for carrying out the police approach, characteristics present in the individual that led the police officer to believe that there is an illegal and criminal situation. The article’s conclusions are that the police approach is a practice considered legitimate, supported by the constitutional text, ordinary laws and doctrinal notebooks and that the institute of personal search, used in the routine of the military, during ostensive patrolling, is covered with subjective criteria, imposing on the public agent to act with discretion, relying only on their personal experience.

A VIOLÊNCIA URBANA NO BRASIL ATUAL: DESAFIOS PARA O SISTEMA DE SEGURANÇA PÚBLICA

This study addresses urban violence in Brazil, its structural causes, and the challenges faced by the public security system. This bibliographic research analyzes factors such as social inequality, poverty, unemployment, spatial segregation, and inadequate public services, which create an environment conducive to crime and hinder the implementation of effective solutions. The theoretical review explores contributions from renowned authors such as Alba Zaluar, Teresa Caldeira, and Luiz Eduardo Soares, as well as the evaluation of prevention, repression, and resocialization programs like Fica Vivo! and the Pacifying Police Units (UPPs). The findings indicate that the fragmentation of the public security system, police militarization, and the lack of structured preventive policies are significant obstacles to addressing urban violence.The study concludes that tackling this phenomenon requires integrated and sustainable approaches, focusing on prevention, promoting social justice, and ensuring transparency in public security institutions. Public policies addressing the structural roots of violence and promoting social inclusion are essential for effectively reducing crime rates. Finally, the importance of future research analyzing integrated policies and adapting solutions to local specificities is highlighted, contributing to the development of safer and fairer cities.

To the issue of training military lawyers in Ukraine

An analysis of issues of history and further professional training of military lawyers for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and other military formations formed in accordance with the laws of Ukraine was carried out. Attention was drawn to the need to improve the professional training of military law enforcement officers for the Military Service of Law and Order in the Armed Forces of Ukraine (in the future for the Military Police). Separate issues of military law as a complex field, the knowledge of which can be used as a basis for the training of specialists in new military accounting specialties of the legal profile, are studied. It is proposed to create a military law faculty within the structure of the National Defense University of Ukraine as a leading higher military educational institution for the training of military specialists at the strategic and operational levels.

"Quality Women's Healthcare Should Be A Top Priority": Service Women's Experiences With the Health Care Provided by the Netherlands Armed Forces.

Fit and healthy military personnel are the basis for a strong organization and good health care is essential to ensure service people's deployability. This applies equally to female-specific health care (FSH). Quality health care can help not only to recruit but also retain more women in the military. However, as there is a lack of empirical studies focusing on service women's experiences with FSH, this study explores female military personnel's experiences with FSH in the Netherlands Armed Forces (NAF), including conditions such as menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause in order to find ways of improving these women's health care and self-care. We carried out a qualitative study involving 4 focus groups of service women (n = 17) from all military branches of the NAF (Navy, Air Force, Army, and Military Police). Using inductive thematic analysis, we ascertained 4 key themes: inadequate knowledge and experience among military primary care providers; a perceived lack of gynecologists in the military health care system; difficulties around FSH-related self-care; and inadequate (and inadequately provided) information on menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Our findings imply several recommendations to foster good FSH. Changes are needed on four fronts: agenda setting, information, normalization, and implementation. Leaders and role models can bring the topic FSH to the chain of command's attention. The NAF are currently not focusing sufficiently on FSH. In order to provide their female personnel with a high quality of care, this will require changes in policy, implementation, and supervision as well as fostering the development of an open culture that enables discussions on FSH.

Occupational Stress and Sleep of Military Police Officers From Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Military Police officers of Rio de Janeiro's State have been considered the most lethal security forces in Brazil, corresponding to 52.35% of deaths in policing actions. The main aim of this study was to identify occupational stress among military police officers in Rio de Janeiro State and its relationship with the psychosocial environment, sleep quality, and daytime sleepiness. Two hundred and forty-two military policemen, divided into two groups (elite and non-elite), were evaluated occupational stress by the Lipp's Stress Symptoms Inventory (LSSI), daytime sleepiness (DS) by the Epworth Sleepiness Scale and sleep quality (SQ) by the Pitsburgh Sleep Quality Index. Military police officers (entire sample) showed dissatisfaction related to psychological support from the military institution (p = 0.004), about the inefficiency of the judicial system (p < 0.001) and their low popularity towards society (p = 0.009). The group of elite police officers slept significantly less (p = 0.026) and, in general, suffered more from severe daytime sleepiness, had poorer SQ and showed lower levels of occupational stress than their peers. It was possible to identify that stress can be detected, developed, and intensified in military police officers as a result of the environment in which they are exposed and this interferes significantly in sleep and daytime sleepiness (p < 0.05). Through this study, it is hoped that measures can be implemented to enhance the work environment and thereby improve the quality of life for this military population. Furthermore, it is intended to stimulate more comprehensive and longitudinal studies, particularly inclusive of female military personnel.

Assessment of the Investigative Objectivity in the Execution of Detention Authority under the Principle of Unity of Command in the Indonesian Military Criminal Justice System

The Indonesian National Army (TNI), as the Armed Forces in the country, operates under specific regulations to enforce military law, primarily governed by Law Number 31 of 1997 concerning Military Justice. According to Article 1 of the law, the responsibility for conducting investigations falls to Military Police Investigators, alongside Military Prosecutors and Superiors who have the right to punish suspects. Therefore, this research aimed to analyze the authority of Military Police Investigators within the investigativeprocess, with a specific focus on their power to detain suspects. Under the current provision, Military Police Investigators lacked the independent authority to detain, which might compromise the objectivity of investigations. A normative juridical method was adopted based on a literature review and secondary data. The results showed that Military Police Investigators did not have the authority to detain suspects without an order from a Superior who has the right to punish, as stipulated in Law Number 31 of 1997 concerning Military Justice. For the investigation to run more objectively, Military Police Investigators needed to be granted the authority to detain suspects independently, without requiring prior authorization from a superior.

Racialized Representations of Migrants by the Local Police in Chile

In this article, we explore the racialized construction of migrants by the Carabineros, the Chilean national police. Based on a qualitative case study, we show that the representations of Latin American and Caribbean migrants by members of this institution are racialized and mostly framed on ideas of a historically constructed superiority. Drawing on interviews with police personnel from different units in Santiago, Chile, we show how the historical state racist policies on migration and systemic institutional racism are embedded in the Carabineros’ discourse, who represent the state and law in their everyday interactions with migrants. Historically, this institution continues to be a strongly hierarchical and militarized police force, whose mission has been to defend territorial integrity and the moral, socio-historical, and cultural national identity, as well as to uphold the most important values of the so-called Chilenidad. We argue that the Chilean police frame their racialized representations of Latin American and Caribbean migrants within systemic institutional racism and socio-historical tropes, particularly from racialized, class, and moral perspectives that reproduce anti-immigrant sentiments and illustrate the ways in which migrants have been historically criminalized and treated in everyday life.