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>>mnm1+(OP)
Is there ever an instance of power being taken away from armed groups like police or military, in any country? I think it's very easy to grant power, and very hard to revoke. Also, what happens if the police departments refuse to accept the decision. I am not kidding, I read that there was a strike by San Francisco police in 1975 where the police refused to follow court orders and declared them "illegal".

>>enitih+0z
Tunisia after the revolution. Their resolution was to not enforce laws until they have an immunity law. You can blockade most of the roads here today and the police forces will not show up. Or just show up to try to negotiate with the protesters and convince them otherwise.

And in case you are wondering, it made most of the country into chaos because while most of the citizens are going their way there are people who will seek trouble.

There must, certainly, be a middle ground. But government do enjoy a strong police force that they can use at will.