Mp

[chany258]

Hi,
I was hoping someone could help me understand what an MP does. It seems that my husband either doesn't know or he can't explain it to me. What exactly does an MP do and what is the military swat all about? Any help would be appreciated, I want to understand what it is he does...

Thanks so much!!!

[Vulture6]

A lot would depend on what type of unit he was assigned to.

MPs are Military Police.

If he is assigned to a base unit or Provost Marshall's Office (PMO) then he is a law enforcement officer on the base. This would involve everything from traffic enforcement, correction (the brig - military prisons) and basic law enforcement to base security (gate and perimeter security, special events, VIP protection, and special reaction forces).

If he is assigned to a Fleet Marine Force unit (FMF) then his role is focused on supporting the warfighting mission... from unit perimeter security and convoy security & control to handling of enemy prisoners and detainees.

The best way to find out what he does is to ask him. Is he still in school or is he already assigned to a unit?

[chany258]

Thank you for the information. I have tried asking him, but what he tells me makes no sense to me. I think part of it is because he only just started and have not yet been on the job. He tols me he has been assigned to a unit but as of right now, he has not yet met his unit... he is getting training right now, and I guess he will get on the job training when he is with his unit. I seem to have a bit of a hard time understanding it all.

[Vulture6]

It will become a bit more clear once he has arrived at his permanent assignment and has a couple of months under his belt. Just be patient and try to support him as much as possible -- they're shoving a lot of knowledge at him right now.