Tag: Off-Duty Carry

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LAPD Working to Allow Non-Citizen DACA Officers to Carry Off Duty
The topic of DACA recipients working as police officers is complicated and raises many legal and safety questions, including whether a non-citizen should ever arrest a US citizen and what would happen if a DACA migrant suddenly loses their legal status.
December 15, 2023
Patrol
5 Things to Know When Buying Concealed Carry or Off-Duty Holsters
Mike Barham, of Galco Holsters, shares five important considerations to keep in mind when you buy off-duty concealed or plain-clothes carry holsters.
May 22, 2023
A quality off-duty carry holster should enable an easy draw but also provide retention.
Weapons
Opinion: It’s Time for Congress to Clarify LEOSA
The Law Enforcement Officer Safety Reform Act (H.R. 354 ) would clarify the qualification requirements so that LEOSA-qualified officers aren’t forced, as they are in some states, to complete SWAT-level qualifications to carry in retirement.
March 29, 2023
Some states still impede retired officers' ability to carry firearms under LEOSA.
Weapons
High Speed Gear Acquires BlackPoint Tactical and Crucial Concealment
High Speed Gear, makers of the patented TACO line as well as the full line of Sure-Grip and Slim-Grip Battle Belts; pouches; and polymer TACOs has acquired BlackPoint Tactical and Crucial Concealment.
January 13, 2023
Patrol
Smith & Wesson Launches New Concealed Carry 9mm
A new optic cut pattern allows the user to mount their choice of sight for enhanced accuracy and the 3.675-inch barrel gives a longer sight radius for increased iron sight precision. The equalizer also features a new grip texture and pattern designed to give you more control when firing and more comfort when carrying.
November 8, 2022
The Equalizer features a single-action trigger that allows for a short take-up, clean break, and fast reset to make follow-up shots quicker.
Patrol
Off-Duty Chicago Cop Exchanges Gunfire During Attempted Carjacking
One of the carjackers jumped out and pointed a gun at her. But he did not realize that he was attempting to rob an off-duty police officer who was armed.
October 21, 2022
Weapons
Carrying Off Duty
There are important issues you should consider when choosing what weapon to carry, what holster to secure it, and what ammo to use.
June 22, 2022
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Weapons
Holosun Adds to Pistol Optic Line with the EPS and EPS Carry
Holosun has maintained its tradition of providing useful and high-quality optics. With the surge in the pistol market for defensive carry and competition, the EPS and EPS Carry comfortably fill both rolls and make cross-training painless.
May 31, 2022
As with all the reflex sights, the EPS/EPS Carry is parallax-free with unlimited eye relief in an aspheric glass lens.
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L.A. Police Commission May Change Rules Covering Drinking by Armed Off-Duty Officers
“No one wants anyone using a firearm while impaired,” said Eileen Decker, the commission president. “A more specific policy — the time may have come for that.”
June 9, 2021
Patrol
Off-Duty Tennessee Officer Stops Shooting at Local Bar
An off-duty officer with the Guthrie (TN) Police Department stopped a domestic dispute from turning deadly as it devolved into a shooting in the parking lot of a local bar over the weekend.
July 9, 2020
Point of Law
The Law and the LEOSA Carry Right
The Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act says that officers and retired officers can carry concealed in all areas of the United States. But it's not that simple.
July 1, 2020
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Patrol
Alabama Sheriff Amends Policy, Allowing Deputies to Drive to Church in Patrol Vehicles
Sheriff Rick Singleton has amended the policy of the Lauderdale County (AL) Sheriff's Office regarding off-duty use of agency vehicles, now allowing deputies to drive to church in their squad cars.
January 6, 2020
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