The JMPU is currently in a 'test and adjust' period regarding Standard Operating Procedures and the employment of new equipment such as stab-proof vests, oleoresin capsicum spray and purpose-built Holden Colorado police vehicles (modelled from Victoria Police vehicles).

JMPU is responsible for assessing all reportable incidents (both domestic and international) where there is suspicion of a civilian or Service offence having been committed.

If a reasonable suspicion of a Service offence exists, JMPU will notify the suspect's Unit that they have decided to commence an independent investigation.

The JMPU is made up of two distinct areas: General Duties Policing and the Australian Defence Force Investigative Service.

[5] All members of the Joint Military Police Unit regardless of their parent organisation (Navy, Army or Air Force), are required to wear the patch shown below whilst wearing Dress Order No 4A ‘General Duty Dress' (Australian Multi-cam Camouflage Uniform).