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Police Administration Act 1978
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5 Northern Territory Police Force (1) There is established by this Act the Police Force of the Northern Territory. (2) The core functions of the Police Force are: (a) to uphold the law and maintain social order; and (b) to protect life and property; and (c) to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute offences; and (d) to manage road safety education and enforcement measures; and (e) to manage the provision of services in emergencies.