El Gobernador de la provincia (Decreto sobre funciones de cuerpo de policía)

Abstract

The image contains news about José M. Plata, "The Governor of the Province", has issued a decree on the functions of the police force. This body will carry out its functions throughout the province, with the support of local officials. The functions and duties of the police force are detailed, including the prevention of crimes, the arrest of criminals, the surveillance of public events and the protection of public order. The police force must also prevent riots, conspiracies and acts that threaten public safety, as well as protect the rights of citizens and ensure safety in cases of fire, flood or other disasters. In addition, it is responsible for maintaining order in religious activities, preventing the sale of foods harmful to health and supervising compliance with laws in the populations. The police force is divided into sections, each led by a corporal. A special section is established to maintain cleanliness and order in the capital. A system of night patrols is also established to maintain security in the towns. Members of the police force must wear a badge to be recognized by the public and must collaborate with judicial authorities in criminal cases. In summary, Governor Plata's decree establishes the responsibilities and functions of the police force in the province, with the objective of guaranteeing security, preventing crimes and maintaining public order for the benefit of all citizens. Police chiefs, second chiefs and corporals have the responsibility of maintaining order in the force and ensuring that their weapons are clean and in good condition. They must also distribute the service equitably and supervise the behavior of the gendarmes. The police force is at the service of the Government and must carry out its orders promptly and faithfully. The police chief must send a daily report to the Government about any developments that have occurred. Members of the police force must be paid weekly and a record will be kept of deductions made and salaries earned. The boss is also responsible for distributing salaries among the employees of the body. Gendarmes and corporals have the obligation to protect people against violence without the need for a superior order. They must also arrest criminals on the spot and carry out criminal investigations according to the relevant code. Lack of attendance will be punished with salary deductions and, in serious cases, with correctional arrest or dismissal. The corporals must instruct the gendarmes in their duties and the chief must maintain a list of fugitive prisoners and criminals. Employees may be granted leave for health reasons, but without pay. The police chief must regularly visit the jail and hospital to ensure the safety of prisoners. In the absence of the chief of police, his functions will be assumed by the second chief or the most senior corporal. Sections of the corps outside the capital are under local political authority. Political bosses and mayors can request help from the police force as needed. News Published in El Constitucional de Cundinamarca on December 21, 1850