It is responsible for enforcing criminal and traffic law, enhancing public safety, maintaining order and keeping the peace throughout Maldives.

The police service was first established during the reign of Al-Sultan Muhammad Shamsuddeen III on 29 March 1933, with the initial number of officers at 120.

Members of the force were issued the traditional Maldivian mundu and libaas as well as a cap, belt, and straps.

The officers typically patrolled around the market place on the island, carrying their batons and whistles.

The Military helped the Police in their full strength and finally brought the situation under control.

The three tables in the investigating office represented three sections of the service; Theft, Political and Serious Crimes.

New sections formed; Traffic Control and road accidents were being monitored by the police.

The operating procedures of service established in 1933 were maintained until the election of Maumoon Abdul Gayoom on 11 November 1978.

As a result, finally, in 1985 the headquarters was re-located to the building of the current Ministry of Defense and National Security.

And on 23 July 2013 first official ceremony to commemorate the Police Memorial Day was held.

"US Embassy Conducts Anti-Terrorism Assistance Program for Maldivian Police Service".