public security

Also known as public safety

the function of governments which ensures the protection of citizens, persons in their territory, organizations, and institutions against threats to their well-being

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A member of the Republican Guard of the National Gendarmerie of France

Public security or public safety is the prevention of and protection from events that could endanger the safety and security of the public through significant injury or property damage. It is often conducted by a state government to ensure the protection of citizens, persons in their territory, organizations, and institutions against threats to their well-being, survival, and prosperity.