06-02-2021, 09:43 AM
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 Department of Magical Law Enforcement Information
Ministry of Magic, Level Two
Magical Law Enforcement
Department Layout
On Level Two you will find what is arguably the most renowned department of the British Ministry, the Department of Magical Law Enforcement. The now defunct Department of Magical Education once shared this level, but now MLE has spread out and taken over. Magical Law Enforcement has always been one of the more popular career paths in the Wizarding World, many believe it to be quite glamorous and exciting, with much danger and plenty of heroics. While that's mostly true, Level Two itself is much like any other level in the Ministry of Magic. The various offices that make up the Department of Magical Law Enforcement come to work here every day, and the wizarding public are more than welcome to report to reception if they have business with us, provided they've come through the security checkpoint in the atrium.
In the British Ministry, the offices which come under the jurisdiction of Magical Law Enforcement are:- Administrative Branch
- Improper Use of Magic Office
- Magical Law Enforcement Squad
- Magical Law Enforcement Patrol
- Magical Evidence and Retrieval Team
- Auror Headquarters
- Ministry Security
- Wizengamot
- Wizengamot Administration Services
- British Office of Wizarding Law
Take a look around, and if you get lost, take a peek at the handy map that is tacked on the wall in the foyer outside the lifts.
Reception and Waiting Area
Have a problem? Witness a crime or have something else to report? Need to visit someone from Level Two? Stop by the reception desk and someone will help you as soon as they can. There's an instant coffee machine shoved off in one corner with a few chairs. Fill out one of the forms by the coffee machine and send it by paper aeroplane to the division you are seeking, or to the individual you wish to speak with, or wait for Muriel to pass along a message for you. Best use the paper aeroplanes if you can; she's just as busy as every other employee around here.
Office of Franklin Paton, Department Head
Accessible from the reception area and located beside the entrance to the main work area is the office of Franklin Paton. As the silver placard on the door suggests, this is where the Department Head of Magical Law Enforcement can be found if he is not already somewhere within the department or elsewhere in the Ministry. Should you have a meeting scheduled with him or wish to drop by for a casual conversation, a simple knock on the door is all that is needed.
Conference Room
The conference room within the department embodies an aura of authority, mirroring the stern principles of justice that guide its deliberations. The walls, massive slabs of enchanted stone, rise to meet a ceiling veiled in shadow, casting an atmosphere of solemnity over the room. This space is bathed in stark, artificial light that emanates from discreetly embedded lumos fixtures in the ceiling.
Exercise Room
Venturing past the locker rooms and beyond portraits of notable Law Enforcement employees are two nondescript doors. The one on the right opens to the exercise room, a critical space for maintaining the physical fitness required for fieldwork. Law Enforcement employees, especially those actively involved in apprehending suspects, need to be in top physical condition due to the demanding nature of their duties.
Training Room
Venturing past the locker rooms and beyond portraits of notable Law Enforcement employees are two nondescript doors. The one on the left opens to the training room. This enchanted facility is meticulously designed to prepare the department's various divisions for a wide range of scenarios. The versatility and advanced features of the training room make it an invaluable asset for the department.
Employee Break Room
Being overworked and overwhelmed is no good for any Ministry employee, and members of Magical Law Enforcement are no exception, much as they might like to think otherwise. When the time comes to take a breather in the middle of the work day, the break room is the best place for Level Two employees to do so. Once you make sure there's nothing urgent that needs your attention, you're encouraged to take breaks and utilise this space to refortify when necessary, and to mix with your fellow employees.
Work Areas
At one end of the department you will find the work areas for MLES, Aurors and Security employees. Most don't spend too much time at their desks as they are likely out on assignment or patrol duty. Each of the division heads has an office should you need to stop by for a word. If you can't find who you're looking for, ask Muriel over at the reception desk to help you.
Magical Forensics Lab
The Magical Forensics Lab, nestled near the buzzing work areas of the Department of Magical Law Enforcement at the Ministry of Magic, stands as a beacon of arcane investigation and mystical science. This state-of-the-art facility is an amalgamation of ancient magical practices and cutting-edge wizarding technology, designed to unravel the most complex magical crimes.
Evidence and Pensieve Rooms
The Evidence and Pensieve Rooms in the Department of Magical Law Enforcement are critical facilities within the Ministry of Magic, meticulously designed to house and manage crucial evidence related to magical crimes. Here evidence is cataloged with precision using enchanted tags and meticulous record-keeping spells, which allows for seamless tracking and retrieval during investigations and trials.
Interrogation Rooms and Holding Cells
The design of the interrogation rooms and holding cells reflects a commitment to maintaining order and security within the magical community. By creating an environment that is both intimidating and secure, the department ensures that suspects are kept in check and that interrogations are conducted efficiently. The combination of magical and mundane security measures underscores the seriousness with which the Ministry approaches law enforcement.
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