Panama’s Supreme Court’s Third Chamber is currently analyzing a recurso de nulidad (appeal for annulment) concerning the functions of the Municipal Police. This follows a previous unsuccessful challenge by the National Police, who filed a demand for unconstitutionality against Agreement 162, which outlines the municipal police’s duties. However, the plenary session of the Supreme Court of Justice ultimately rejected that initial demand. The current recurso de nulidad seeks to invalidate aspects of the municipal police’s authority. The Court’s decision will clarify the scope of powers held by municipal police forces. This case highlights ongoing tensions regarding jurisdictional boundaries within Panama’s security apparatus. The outcome is anticipated to have significant implications for local law enforcement capabilities.