Jean-Baptiste de Sartines

Jean-Baptiste de Sartines was a prominent French statesman and military officer in the 18th century, serving as the Minister of Police from 1774 to 1780. He is known for reforming the Paris police system, improving law enforcement, and working to reduce crime and corruption. Sartines aimed to make policing more efficient and organized, which helped maintain public order during a turbulent period leading up to the French Revolution. His efforts contributed to modernizing the administration of justice in France, balancing authority with efforts to protect citizens' safety.