THE BORN OF THE ROMANIAN POLICE FROM THE MILITIA DURING THE COMMUNIST PERIOD

Abstract

During the last decade Romania has undergone major political transformation from communist regimes to democratic forms of government. Despite changes–introducing police ranks, changing uniforms, prohibiting party affiliation, police find it more difficult to persuade citizens that they have really changed. The article details the modifications that came about in tandem with the evolution of the Romanian Police following Romania’s 1990 political upheaval. The relationship between socioeconomic shifts and the corresponding modifications to law enforcement agencies has received special attention. These modifications range from renaming the Militia to the Police to altering its personnel, organizational structure, and legal framework. The Romanian Police is a professional organization that serves the public and is commemorating its 202th anniversary in 2024.

Keywords

• police
• militia
• international structures