page_title: The Malta Police Force
section_title: Organisation
hierarchical_section_title: The Malta Police Force / Organisation
caption_attribution_description: Français&#160;: Ford Focus Pulizija
context_page_description: The Malta Police Force is the national police force of Malta. It falls under the responsibility of the Ministry for Home Affairs and National Security and its objectives are set out in The Police Act, Chapter 164 of the Laws of Malta. Presently, the force is made up of around 2,400 members.
context_section_description: The Malta Police Force holds mixed responsibilities in investigative and national security issues. It is always in search of the truth within the parameters of its investigative powers, combined with those afforded by the judicial authority.
  The role of a police officer is multifaceted. It includes the preservation of public order and peace; the prevention, detection and investigation of offences; and the collection of evidence against offenders.
  The Force operates the following specialised branches:
  Administrative Law Enforcement Unit
  Criminal Investigation Department
  Drug Squad
  Financial Crimes Units
  Protective Services
  Rapid Intervention Unit
  Special Branch
  Special Intervention Unit
  Vice Squad
  Furthermore, a department known as the International Relations Unit (IRU) coordinates activities with EUROPOL, INTERPOL (since 1971) and the Schengen Information System, and is tasked with exchange of information.
caption: Rapid Intervention Unit Vehicles
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