SOUNDAGE – 66% of French People Want Municipal Police to Be Armed

According to a CSA poll for CNews, Europe 1 and the JDD, a majority of French people are in favour of the systematic arming of municipal police officers. A right-wing bill revives the debate on this subject.

Is it necessary to broaden the powers of the municipal police, as President Emmanuel Macron wishes? Yes, says Eric Maurel, Attorney General of the Court of Appeal of Basse-Terre. Aware of the many reticences and concerns raised by such a project, the magistrate carries out the road map that would ensure the operational and democratic success of such a reform. (Photo: ©AdobeStock) On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, the President of the Republic, Emmanuel …