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Changes for page AE 04 Firearms

Last modified by Spencer Dobson on 2022/11/08 23:29
From version 2.1
edited by Ryan Larkin
on 2018/08/20 18:55
Change comment: Clarification of allowed off duty carry of firearms
To version 3.1
edited by Ryan Larkin
on 2020/12/17 21:17
Change comment: Update caliber information

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25 25  Review Date:
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27 -08/20/2018
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30 30  Sheriff Cory Pulsipher
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137 137  **AE 04_109 __DUTY FIREARMS__**
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139 -1. The primary duty handgun to be carried by deputies of the WCSO shall be a GLOCK model pistol in .45 ACP. Other approved handguns previously authorized will be phased out by January 30th, 2014. At that time, the GLOCK model pistol in .45 ACP will be the only authorized primary duty handgun. Deputies must qualify with each firearm to be carried on-duty.
139 +1. The primary duty handgun to be carried by deputies of the WCSO shall be a GLOCK model pistol in 9mm.
140 140  1. Shotguns may be issued by the WCSO. All WCSO-issued shotguns are considered less-lethal firearms and are to be used in compliance with less-lethal and/or SWAT policy (reference policies: AE 01 Use of Force; and AY 01 SWAT).
141 141  1. AR-15 and M16 rifles may be issued by the WCSO. They are to be stored with the chamber empty and the safety on. A deputy may carry a rifle of this style on-duty and use it in the performance of duty provided the firearm has been inspected, has had its serial number recorded with the WCSO and the deputy has met the necessary training and qualification requirements.
142 142  1. Only ammunition approved by the WCSO shall be used while on-duty. Ammunition shall be manufacturer-condition and shall not be modified in any way.