Direction régionale de la police judiciaire de la préfecture de police, Police headquarters in the 17th district, France
The Direction régionale de la police judiciaire is a criminal investigation agency operating from its location on rue du Bastion in central Paris. It oversees detective work and coordinates enforcement operations across the broader metropolitan area.
This criminal police division was created in 1913 to improve coordination of investigative work across Paris and the surrounding area. It expanded over the decades as the metropolitan region grew and policing demands increased.
The organization represents French law enforcement methods through specialized units dedicated to investigating major crimes while maintaining strict procedural standards.
The office sits in a central location within the 17th district and is accessible by public transportation. For inquiries or information about services, visitors should contact them through official channels rather than attempting a visit in person.
The agency focuses on complex criminal cases that require specialized investigative methods. Its work extends beyond routine policing to include major inquiries and operations that impact the safety of the entire metropolitan region.
Inception: August 3, 1913
Industry: public order and security activities
GPS coordinates: 48.89361,2.30833
Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:00
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