Military Police (Albania)

The Military Police of Albania (Albanian: Policia Ushtarake) is a branch of the Albanian Armed Forces responsible for maintaining law and order within the military. Its duties include investigating crimes committed by military personnel, enforcing military regulations, controlling traffic on military installations, providing security for key personnel and installations, and assisting civilian police in certain situations. The Military Police operates under the authority of the Chief of General Staff and is composed of trained military personnel with specific law enforcement skills. They have the power to arrest, detain, and investigate military personnel suspected of offenses. The exact scope of their authority and responsibilities is defined by Albanian law and military regulations. The Policia Ushtarake also participates in international peacekeeping and training exercises.