The use of means of direct coercion in the light of complaint procedures, investigative actions and disciplinary proceedings condusted by the Municipal Police Headquarters in Kielce in 2018-2022

Abstract

While carrying out statutory tasks in the form of patrol and intervention activities, convoying or investigation and operational activities, police officers encounter various types of crimes and manifestations of aggression. They are often subjected to pressure of various intensity, which in some cases contributes to improper performance of their duties and breaking the law.The scale of this problem was decided to be analysed on the basis of the number of complaint proceedings, explanatory actions and disciplinary proceedings conducted in the Kielce Municipal Police Headquarters. Attention was paid to the manner in which they were concluded, the type of coercive measures used and the dynamics of violations of the law. An attempt was made to clarify the factors influencing non-compliance with the use of such measures and an area for further research was identified.The basis for the analysis was statistical data from 2018 to 2022, obtained on the basis of the provisions on access to public information. The information was subjected to interpretation and conclusions were developed, indicating emerging trends. The results were supplemented with data from laws and source literature.