Law Enforcement
See also: Law enforcement in the People's Republic of ChinaThe Ministry of Public Security is the principal police authority. It is responsible for maintaining social and public order, and also for conducting investigations and arrest of suspects in criminal cases. It maintains public order in accordance with the administrative power granted by law and through the police force. It can also settle civil disputes between citizens.
The People's Armed Police is a paramilitary force which is used in cases of serious disturbances.
The Ministry of State Security exists as a counterespionage organ and is also used to monitor and control perceived threats to the government and party.
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