First and next democratic steps in Post-Socialist Poland. The police reform in 1989-2003

Abstract

Every country that wants to build a democratic state goes through many stages and takes the necessary steps.

One of the important factors for achieving democracy in the country is peace and stability, so that the citizens of the country can be sure of their security in the present and the future, and other countries see this country as a stable neighbor and partner.

One of the guarantors of peace and security of citizens in the country - the police is an institution that constantly monitors the situation and takes care of people's safety.

During the Soviet Union, corruption and crime took root in the militia, the militia rarely performed its duties, bribery and cover-up of crimes were common, and this situation continued even after the independence of the post-Soviet countries.

After the liberation of Poland from the Soviet regime, in terms of state building, the Polish government implemented a number of reforms, including the police.

The purpose of the reforms carried out in the police force was to bring the given institution out of its current deplorable state and revive it.