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I believe the answer is:
enforcer
(Other definitions for enforcer that I've seen before include "Confrere as one who compels obedience" , "Hatchet man" , "One who compels or imposes obedience" , "One ensures observance or compliance" , "User of strong-arm tactics to ensure compliance" .)