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| Bali Provincial Police | |
|---|---|
| Agency name | Bali Provincial Police |
| Nativename | Kepolisian Daerah Bali |
| Formed | 1950s |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Area | Bali |
| Headquarters | Denpasar |
| Sworn | ~? |
Bali Provincial Police is the regional law enforcement agency responsible for the Indonesian province of Bali, headquartered in Denpasar. It operates within the framework of the Indonesian National Police and conducts policing across an archipelago that includes Badung Regency, Gianyar Regency, Tabanan Regency, Buleleng Regency, Klungkung Regency, Karangasem Regency, Bangli Regency, and the city of Denpasar. The force engages with local institutions such as the Provincial Government of Bali, cultural bodies like the Pura Besakih, and international stakeholders including Interpol and foreign consulates.
The formation of the provincial force traces to post-colonial policing transitions after the end of Dutch East Indies administration and the proclamation of the Republic of Indonesia. Early organizational change followed events including the Indonesian National Revolution and the national consolidation under leaders like Sukarno and Soeharto. Bali policing adapted through periods marked by incidents such as the 2002 Bali bombings and the 2005 Bali bombings, which led to enhanced counterterrorism cooperation with agencies like Detachment 88 and partnerships with foreign services including the Australian Federal Police and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation. Modern reforms reflect broader restructuring under the National Police of Indonesia decree and reforms linked to the Reformasi era and the 2004 Indonesian law changes affecting national security institutions.
The provincial command aligns with national hierarchies in the Indonesian National Police structure, integrating commands across regencies and cities: Denpasar, Badung Regency, Gianyar Regency, Tabanan Regency, Buleleng Regency, Klungkung Regency, Karangasem Regency, Bangli Regency. It liaises with agencies such as the Ministry of Home Affairs (Indonesia), the Attorney General's Office of Indonesia, and the Supreme Court of Indonesia for legal processes. Administrative units mirror models used by other regional commands like Polda Metro Jaya and collaborate with law enforcement partners including Badan Nasional Penanggulangan Terorisme and Badan Narkotika Nasional. The structure includes divisions for criminal investigation, traffic management, intelligence, and public order, reflecting standards promoted by organizations like the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
Leadership is vested in a chief whose rank corresponds with the Indonesian National Police ranking system under the Kapolda convention. Chiefs coordinate with political and security figures such as the Governor of Bali, regional mayors and regents, and security councils informed by the Coordinating Ministry for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs (Indonesia). They have engaged with figures from diplomatic missions such as the Embassy of Australia, Jakarta, the Embassy of the United States, Jakarta, and consulates representing China, Japan, Singapore, and India regarding transnational issues. Historical interactions have included engagements with national leaders like Joko Widodo and law enforcement ministers.
Operational duties encompass law enforcement, public safety, traffic control on arteries like the Ngurah Rai International Airport routes, tourism-area security around Kuta Beach, Uluwatu Temple, Ubud Monkey Forest, and event security for festivals at sites such as Pura Tanah Lot and Pura Besakih. Counterterrorism, narcotics interdiction, human trafficking prevention, and maritime policing in coordination with the Indonesian Navy and Bakamla (Indonesian Maritime Security Agency) are central. The force cooperates with international partners including Interpol, ASEANAPOL, the Australian Federal Police, and the Royal Malaysia Police on cross-border crime, and works with humanitarian bodies like the Indonesian Red Cross during disasters such as eruptions of Mount Agung and floods. Investigations often reference laws including the Indonesian Penal Code and statutes administered by the Ministry of Law and Human Rights (Indonesia).
Specialized components include criminal investigation units paralleling Reserse Kriminal (Reskrim), traffic corps similar to Korps Lalu Lintas (Korlantas), intelligence units akin to Bareskrim, narcotics units cooperating with Badan Narkotika Nasional, and counterterrorism teams modeled after Detachment 88. Marine policing coordinates with the Indonesian Maritime Security Agency and the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL). Community liaison and tourist-police units operate in partnership with cultural institutions like Dharma Agung and tourism bodies such as the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Indonesia), and collaborate with NGOs including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch on rights-sensitive operations. Forensics, cybercrime, VIP protection, and riot control mirror capabilities found in metropolitan commands like Polda Metro Jaya.
Facilities include regional headquarters in Denpasar and sector stations across regencies, detention centers compliant with standards overseen by the Ministry of Law and Human Rights (Indonesia), and traffic posts along provincial roads. Equipment ranges from patrol vehicles and motorcycles from manufacturers such as Toyota, Honda, and Suzuki to marine vessels compatible with operations alongside Bakamla and the Indonesian Navy. Communications systems comply with protocols used by Interpol and national standards; forensic laboratories interface with academic institutions such as Udayana University and medical services at Sanglah General Hospital. Tactical gear and training reflect programs run with partners like the Australian Federal Police and the United States Department of Justice.
Community policing initiatives emphasize engagement with traditional leaders of Banjar communities, collaboration with cultural institutions including Pura Besakih, tourism stakeholders like the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Indonesia), and disaster-preparedness coordination with agencies such as the National Agency for Disaster Countermeasure (BNPB). Public relations include liaison with media outlets like Kompas, The Jakarta Post, Bali Post, and broadcasters such as TVRI and Metro TV, and outreach to international visitors via consular channels like the Embassy of Australia, Jakarta and the Embassy of the United States, Jakarta. Programs address issues raised by civil society groups like KontraS and legal advocates connected to the Indonesian Legal Aid Foundation.
Category:Law enforcement in Indonesia