Optimizations in the Organization and Responsibilities of Local Public Order and Safety Structures Aimed at Improving Service Quality

Our work examines the institutional evolution and transformations that have shaped the local public order and safety structures in Romania, from their establishment, with a focus on improving organization, duties, and the quality of services provided to citizens. We appropriately address the development of the Corps of Public Guards (CPG), initially created for the protection of goods and maintenance of public order, and its transformation into the Community Police, adapted to administrative-territorial units. The governmental motivation for establishing the Community Police, based on efficiency and modernization, is highlighted, and the legal provisions that defined its functioning are analyzed. We then explore the creation of the Local Police as a response to the shortcomings of the Community Police, such as lack of resources and inefficient coordination, presenting the advantages of a stronger legal framework. Examples of good local practices from 2023 illustrate the effective implementation of reforms. Solutions for institutional development and the career management of local police officers are also discussed, through continuous training and adaptation to current requirements. The conclusions emphasize the need for an integrated strategic vision to improve the quality of public services ensuring local public order and safety, and to strengthen citizens' trust in these structures.