Military police protect the lives and property on Army installations by enforcing military laws and regulations. They also control traffic, prevent crime and respond to all emergencies.

Job Duties

Law enforcement patrols
Interview witnesses, victims and suspects in investigations
Crime scene security and processing
Arrest and charge criminal suspects

Training

Job training for military police requires 20 weeks of One Station Unit Training and on-the-job instruction in police methods. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field.

Some Of The Skills You'll Learn Are

Basic warrior skills and use of firearms
Military/civil laws and jurisdiction
Investigating and collecting evidence
Traffic and crowd control
Arrest and restraint of suspects