HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 6h - Adoption of Ordinance No. 1712 Approving the Policy and Continued Use of Military Equipment by the Agency in Accordinance with Assembly Bill No. 481 Item 6h
Department: Police
Cost Center: 8001
For Agenda of: 5/3/2022
Placement: Consent
Estimated Time: N/A
FROM: Rick Scott, Police Chief
Prepared By: Fred Mickel, Captain
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1712 (2022 SERIES) APPROVING THE
POLICY AND CONTINUED USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT BY THE
AGENCY IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 481
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Ordinance No. 1712 (2022 Series) entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of
the City of San Luis Obispo, California, adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy” and
approving continued use of military equipment by the agency in accordance with
Assembly Bill No. 481.
DISCUSSION
On April 19, 2022, the San Luis Obispo Police Department presented, and City Council
approved the Use of Military Equipment Policy and Ordinance in accordance with
Assembly Bill No. 481.
Assembly Bill 481 (Attachment A), codified at Government Code sections 7070 through
7075 requires all law enforcement agencies (LEA) in the State of California to obtain
approval from the applicable governing body, via adoption of a “military equipment” use
policy by ordinance (Attachment B), prior to the LEA funding, acquiri ng, or using military
equipment. The purpose of this item is for the City Council adoption of the Military
Equipment Use Policy – Lexipol Policy 709 (Attachment C), in order to allow SLOPD to
continue to use the vital equipment specified therein.
It is important to note that the use of equipment and tools as outlined in this report is very
rare. The Police Department has policies in place to deescalate situations and only uses
force as needed to protect public safety. Nevertheless, many of these tools h ave been
tested in the field and are used in very rare and life-threatening situations to protect public
health and safety by LEAs to enhance resident and officer safety. The ability to use these
items during rare and extreme circumstances are to protect the welfare of residents and
peace officers within the City of San Luis Obispo.
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The term “military equipment”, as used in AB 481, in fact does not necessarily indicate
equipment that has been used by the military. Pursuant to AB 481, items deemed to b e
“military equipment” include, but are not limited to, unmanned aerial or ground vehicles,
armored vehicles, command and control vehicles, pepper balls, less lethal shotguns, less
lethal 40mm projectile launchers, long-range acoustic devices, and diversionary devices.
SLOPD is committed to using the most up to date tools and equipment to safeguard the
residents of San Luis Obispo. Many of the items deemed to be “military equipment” by
AB 481 are in fact deployed by SLOPD, and LEA’s across the country, i n order to
specifically reduce risk to community members. These items provide peace officers in
rare and extreme circumstances with the ability to safely resolve volatile situations which
otherwise might rise to the level of a lethal force encounter. To that end, the items at issue
in this report, and accompanying Military Equipment Use Policy, also provide SLOPD’s
peace officers with vital tools that facilitate compliance with its stringent use of force
policy.
There is significant interest in ensuring that law enforcement continues to have access to
equipment that will provide peace officers as many options as possible to safeguard lives,
ensure safety, and protect civil liberties. The use of the tools identifie d below are vital to
SLOPD’s mission and will continue to be strictly regulated through internal processes and
oversight.
The proposed ordinance seeks to approve the SLOPD’s Lexipol Policy 709, which
constitutes SLOPD’s Military Equipment Use Policy. Lexipol 709 Attachment C outlines
each item identified in Government Code section 7070, that is currently owned by the
City. Lexipol also includes the current use of each item (Attachment A). These particular
items, and their stated uses, have been in place prior to the implementation of AB 481.
Future acquisitions of any item deemed to be “military equipment” will require a further
public meeting, policy update, and Council approval.
The proposed Lexipol 709 safeguards the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil
liberties. Lexipol 709 ensures that there are safeguards, including transparency,
oversight, and accountability measures in place. For instance, Lexipol 709.3 requires
that SLOPD’s Military Equipment Coordinator will ensure that SLOPD complies with
Lexipol 709 and will conduct an annual audit of military equipment. Violations of Lexipol
709 will be corrected when discovered. Members of the public are provided guidance and
a process per the policy on how to register complaints for violations. All items which result
in a use of force will be investigated, as is already required by existing SLOPD policy.
There are no reasonable alternatives to the items listed below. SLOPD has not
discovered alternative items that can achieve the same object ives of officer and civilian
safety. Each item’s necessity is further described below:
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Unmanned remotely piloted powered aerial vehicle: Unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are
necessary as they provide visibility to high-risk locations. Without the use of a UAS, peace
officers would have to deploy to high-risk locations which would increase the risk to the
officers and members of the public. The UAS system is designed to enter small spaces,
such as enclosed structures, as well as to provide overhead observati ons of wooded
areas and other structures located in often times crowded spaces. These UAS are also
used to help locate and rescue people in open space areas. There are no known
alternatives which could be used to safely access these locations.
Unmanned remotely controlled ground vehicle: Unmanned ground robots are used for
reconnaissance during critical incidents to assist in providing visibility in areas where it
would be unsafe to send a peace officer. This system can also be used to defuse or move
potentially hazardous items. Not having access to this item would require the use of peace
officers to engage in high-risk tasks. There is no known alternative to this system.
Armored personnel carriers, that have a breaching or entry apparatus: Armored ve hicles
are used to provide ballistic protection to officers and residents during rescue, critical
incidents and other hazardous situations. These vehicles allow officers closer access to
high-risk situations while substantially reducing the physical risk to the officers and
citizens. These vehicles are built on commercial vehicle chassis and are primarily a
reinforcement of civilian commercial vehicles. As such, there are no reasonable
alternatives to providing the same level of ballistic protection. This vehicle for example
was used in Montecito during the mud and debris flows to extract stranded individuals.
Command and control vehicles: The mobile incident command vehicle (MIC) is an
unarmored vehicle equivalent to a commercial recreational vehicle. It is equipped with
specific communication and audio-visual devices to assist in command and control of a
critical incident. This vehicle allows for mobile incident command and use of the Incident
Command Systems facilitating the best possible on scene decis ion-making by key
leaders. It provides for mobility, sheltering, and logistical support, restroom facilities and
power. There is no known alternative for the MIC which provides the same amount of
mobility and support at one location in a quick deploying pa ckage. The MIC for example
would be used during a hostage event or to stage an Incident Command associated with
a mass casualty incident or during a fire, earthquake, or flood.
Shotgun Breaching Tools, slugs: Shotgun breaching tools are used to defeat lo cked,
barricaded or fortified locations allowing officers to conduct rescues or high risk forceable
entries. This includes but is not limited to rescuing hostages. These items allow peace
officers to quickly enter a structure when time is of the essence. T his would include but
not limited to an active shooter or kidnapping or hostage situation. In such situations time
is of the essence and it would not be feasible to wait for other delayed access to the
structure. There are alternatives which are used for low risk and/or non-fortified situations.
This includes handheld battering rams. However, this alternative does not afford the same
level of protection or speed that such equipment provides when necessary. As such there
is no reasonable alternative to these items when they are used and required.
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Specialized firearms and ammunition including assault weapons: Patrol rifles, Special
Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) rifles, and sniper rifles enable officers, when in compliance
with the SLOPD’s Use of Force Policy, to address medium to long distance threats, or
those threats who are heavily armed, armored or both. Further, in both short and long -
distance deployments, they allow officers precision shot placement minimizing the risk to
officers and innocent residents. There are no known alternatives to these weapons that
will provide the same level of distance or precision.
Distraction/ Diversionary Devices: These devices are used as a distraction device in order
to disorient or divert the suspect’(s) attention away f rom sensitive persons or officers. This
can allow officers to gain safer access to a high-risk situation, giving extra time to assess
and analyze existing threats. This can prevent injury to officers and residents. These
devices can often lead to a safer resolution and allow officers to take a resident into
custody without force. There is no known alternative to a flashbang when it is necessary.
Chemical Agents and pepper ball: Chemical Agents and pepper ball are less lethal
methods used to address violent or riotous crowds when there is a risk of physical safety.
They are also used to safely extract a suspect from a fixed location or safely detain a
suspect who poses a risk of violence to officers or other persons. This allows peace
officers to deploy a less lethal chemical agent into a structure where other weapons would
not be capable of doing so. These weapons are less lethal and afford peace officers an
added option to avoid lethal force encounters. When these items are reasonable and
necessary for use, there is no other alternative. Penal Code 13652 and Department Policy
466 created a new standard in the use of chemical agents, pepper ball, and kinetic energy
projectiles (40mm projectile launchers) for responding to public assemblies, protests, or
demonstrations. Chemical agents and kinetic energy projectiles to disperse any
assembly, protest, or demonstration, shall only be deployed by officers who have received
POST training for crowd control if the use is objectively reasonable to defend against a
threat to life or serious bodily injury to any individual, including any peace officer, or to
bring an objectively dangerous and unlawful situation safely and effectively under control,
and only in accordance with the requirements outlined in the law and Department policy.
40mm projectile launchers: The 40mm launcher affords the ability to use less lethal
chemical agents and impact munitions. This allows officers to address a threat from a
greater distance and provides an alternative option for deadly force when reasonable.
When necessary, there is no alternative to these less lethal weapon systems.
Previous Council or Advisory Body Action
On April 19, 2022, the San Luis Obispo Police Department presented, and City Council
approved the first reading of the Use of Military Equipment Policy and Ordinance in
accordance with Assembly Bill No. 481.
Policy Context
The City does not currently have any policies that govern military equipment.
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Public Engagement
This is a business item for the May 3, 2022, City Council meeting and followed all required
postings and notifications. The public has the opportunity to provide comment on this item
at or before the meeting.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The California Environmental Quality Act does not apply to the recommended action in
this report, because the action does not constitute a “Project” under CEQA Guidelines
sec. 15378.
FISCAL IMPACT
Budgeted: Yes Budget Year: 2022-23
Funding Identified: Yes
Fiscal Analysis:
Funding
Sources
Total Budget
Available
Current
Funding
Request
Remaining
Balance
Annual
Ongoing
Cost
General Fund $ $ $ $
State
Federal
Fees
Other:
Total $ $ $ $
There is no impact on the City’s General Fund associated with this ordinance. There are
no new financial considerations for existing military equipment and munitions. The items
deemed as “military equipment” are already in the Police Departments approved
operating budget.
ALTERNATIVES
Council could decide not to adopt the ordinance. This action is not recommended by
staff because there are no reasonable alternatives to the items listed above. SLOPD has
not discovered alternative items that can achieve the same objectives for officer and
resident safety. Each item’s necessity was further described above.
ATTACHMENTS
A - Copy of Assembly Bill 481 Funding, Acquisition, and Use of Military Equipment
B - Ordinance No. 1712 (2022 Series)
C - Policy 709 Military Use Equipment
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Assembly Bill No. 481
CHAPTER 406
An act to add Chapter 12.8 (commencing with Section 7070) to Division
7 of Title 1 of the Government Code, relating to military equipment.
[Approved by Governor September 30, 2021. Filed with
Secretary of State September 30, 2021.]
legislative counsel’s digest
AB 481, Chiu. Law enforcement and state agencies: military equipment:
funding, acquisition, and use.
Existing law designates the Department of General Services as the agency
for the State of California responsible for distribution of federal surplus
personal property, excepting food commodities, and requires the department
to, among other things, do all things necessary to the execution of its powers
and duties as the state agency for the distribution of federal personal surplus
property, excepting food commodities, in accordance with specified federal
law. Existing law, the Federal Surplus Property Acquisition Law of 1945,
authorizes a local agency, as defined, to acquire surplus federal property
without regard to any law which requires posting of notices or advertising
for bids, inviting or receiving bids, or delivery of purchases before payment,
or which prevents the local agency from bidding on federal surplus property.
Existing federal law authorizes the Department of Defense to transfer surplus
personal property, including arms and ammunition, to federal or state
agencies for use in law enforcement activities, subject to specified conditions,
at no cost to the acquiring agency.
This bill would require a law enforcement agency, defined to include
specified entities, to obtain approval of the applicable governing body, by
adoption of a military equipment use policy, as specified, by ordinance at
a regular meeting held pursuant to specified open meeting laws, prior to
taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military
equipment, as defined. The bill would also require similar approval for the
continued use of military equipment acquired prior to January 1, 2022. The
bill would allow the governing body to approve the funding, acquisition,
or use of military equipment within its jurisdiction only if it determines that
the military equipment meets specified standards. The bill would require
the governing body to annually review the ordinance and to either disapprove
a renewal of the authorization for a type, as defined, of military equipment
or amend the military equipment use policy if it determines, based on an
annual military equipment report prepared by the law enforcement agency,
as provided, that the military equipment does not comply with the above-
described standards for approval. The bill would specify these provisions
do not preclude a county or local municipality from implementing
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additional requirements and standards related to the purchase, use, and
reporting of military equipment by local law enforcement agencies.
This bill would also require a state agency, as defined, to create a military
equipment use policy before engaging in certain activities, publish the policy
on the agency’s internet website, and provide a copy of the policy to the
Governor or the Governor’s designee, as specified. The bill would also
require a state agency that seeks to continue use of military equipment
acquired prior to January 1, 2022, to create a military equipment use policy.
This bill would also include findings that the changes proposed by this
bill address a matter of statewide concern rather than a municipal affair and,
therefore, apply to all cities, including charter cities.
By adding to the duties of local officials with respect to the funding,
acquisition, and use of military equipment, this bill would impose a state-
mandated local program.
The California Constitution requires local agencies, for the purpose of
ensuring public access to the meetings of public bodies and the writings of
public officials and agencies, to comply with a statutory enactment that
amends or enacts laws relating to public records or open meetings and
contains findings demonstrating that the enactment furthers the constitutional
requirements relating to this purpose.
This bill would make legislative findings to that effect.
The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies
and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory
provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.
This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for
a specified reason.
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
(a) The acquisition of military equipment and its deployment in our
communities adversely impacts the public’s safety and welfare, including
increased risk of civilian deaths, significant risks to civil rights, civil liberties,
and physical and psychological well-being, and incurment of significant
financial costs. Military equipment is more frequently deployed in low-
income Black and Brown communities, meaning the risks and impacts of
police militarization are experienced most acutely in marginalized
communities.
(b) The public has a right to know about any funding, acquisition, or use
of military equipment by state or local government officials, as well as a
right to participate in any government agency’s decision to fund, acquire,
or use such equipment.
(c) Decisions regarding whether and how military equipment is funded,
acquired, or used should give strong consideration to the public’s welfare,
safety, civil rights, and civil liberties, and should be based on meaningful
public input.
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(d) Legally enforceable safeguards, including transparency, oversight,
and accountability measures, must be in place to protect the public’s welfare,
safety, civil rights, and civil liberties before military equipment is funded,
acquired, or used.
(e) The lack of a public forum to discuss the acquisition of military
equipment jeopardizes the relationship police have with the community,
which can be undermined when law enforcement is seen as an occupying
force rather than a public safety service.
SEC. 2. Chapter 12.8 (commencing with Section 7070) is added to
Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code, to read:
Chapter 12.8. Funding, Acquisition, and Use of Military
Equipment
7070. For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
(a) “Governing body” means the elected body that oversees a law
enforcement agency or, if there is no elected body that directly oversees the
law enforcement agency, the appointed body that oversees a law enforcement
agency. In the case of a law enforcement agency of a county, including a
sheriff’s department or a district attorney’s office, “governing body” means
the board of supervisors of the county.
(b) “Law enforcement agency” means any of the following:
(1) A police department, including the police department of a transit
agency, school district, or any campus of the University of California, the
California State University, or California Community Colleges.
(2) A sheriff’s department.
(3) A district attorney’s office.
(4) A county probation department.
(c) “Military equipment” means the following:
(1) Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.
(2) Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored
personnel carriers. However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles
are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(3) High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), commonly
referred to as Humvees, two and one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or
wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. However,
unarmored all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and motorized dirt bikes are
specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(4) Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their
occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion.
(5) Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to
facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.
(6) Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.
(7) Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive
in nature. However, items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters,
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or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically
excluded from this subdivision.
(8) Firearms of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotguns
are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(9) Ammunition of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotgun
ammunition is specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(10) Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber,
including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the
Penal Code, with the exception of standard issue service weapons and
ammunition of less than .50 caliber that are issued to officers, agents, or
employees of a law enforcement agency or a state agency.
(11) Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive
projectiles.
(12) “Flashbang” grenades and explosive breaching tools, “tear gas,”
and “pepper balls,” excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper
spray.
(13) Taser Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and the
Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD).
(14) The following projectile launch platforms and their associated
munitions: 40mm projectile launchers, “bean bag,” rubber bullet, and
specialty impact munition (SIM) weapons.
(15) Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state
agency to require additional oversight.
(16) Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) through (15), “military equipment”
does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled
by the federal Defense Logistics Agency.
(d) “Military equipment use policy” means a publicly released, written
document governing the use of military equipment by a law enforcement
agency or a state agency that addresses, at a minimum, all of the following:
(1) A description of each type of military equipment, the quantity sought,
its capabilities, expected lifespan, and product descriptions from the
manufacturer of the military equipment.
(2) The purposes and authorized uses for which the law enforcement
agency or the state agency proposes to use each type of military equipment.
(3) The fiscal impact of each type of military equipment, including the
initial costs of obtaining the equipment and estimated annual costs of
maintaining the equipment.
(4) The legal and procedural rules that govern each authorized use.
(5) The training, including any course required by the Commission on
Peace Officer Standards and Training, that must be completed before any
officer, agent, or employee of the law enforcement agency or the state agency
is allowed to use each specific type of military equipment to ensure the full
protection of the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties and
full adherence to the military equipment use policy.
(6) The mechanisms to ensure compliance with the military equipment
use policy, including which independent persons or entities have oversight
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authority, and, if applicable, what legally enforceable sanctions are put in
place for violations of the policy.
(7) For a law enforcement agency, the procedures by which members of
the public may register complaints or concerns or submit questions about
the use of each specific type of military equipment, and how the law
enforcement agency will ensure that each complaint, concern, or question
receives a response in a timely manner.
(e) “State agency” means the law enforcement division of every state
office, officer, department, division, bureau, board, and commission or other
state body or agency, except those agencies provided for in Article IV
(except Section 20 thereof) or Article VI of the California Constitution.
(f) “Type” means each item that shares the same manufacturer model
number.
7071. (a) (1) A law enforcement agency shall obtain approval of the
governing body, by an ordinance adopting a military equipment use policy
at a regular meeting of the governing body held pursuant to the Bagley-
Keene Open Meeting Act (Article 9 (commencing with Section 11120)
of Chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2) or the Ralph M. Brown
Act (Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 54950) of Part 1 of Division
2 of Title 5), as applicable, prior to engaging in any of the following:
(A) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to Section
2576a of Title 10 of the United States Code.
(B) Seeking funds for military equipment, including, but not limited to,
applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal
funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.
(C) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily,
including by borrowing or leasing.
(D) Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment
or other use of military equipment within the territorial jurisdiction of the
governing body.
(E) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a
manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body
pursuant to this chapter.
(F) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an
agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive,
acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of, military equipment.
(G) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided by
this paragraph.
(2) No later than May 1, 2022, a law enforcement agency seeking to
continue the use of any military equipment that was acquired prior to January
1, 2022, shall commence a governing body approval process in accordance
with this section. If the governing body does not approve the continuing
use of military equipment, including by adoption pursuant to this subdivision
of a military equipment use policy submitted pursuant to subdivision (b),
within 180 days of submission of the proposed military equipment use policy
to the governing body, the law enforcement agency shall cease its use of
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the military equipment until it receives the approval of the governing body
in accordance with this section.
(b) In seeking the approval of the governing body pursuant to subdivision
(a), a law enforcement agency shall submit a proposed military equipment
use policy to the governing body and make those documents available on
the law enforcement agency’s internet website at least 30 days prior to any
public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue.
(c) The governing body shall consider a proposed military equipment
use policy as an agenda item for an open session of a regular meeting and
provide for public comment in accordance with the Bagley-Keene Open
Meeting Act (Article 9 (commencing with Section 11120) of Chapter 1 of
Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2) or the Ralph M. Brown Act (Chapter 9
(commencing with Section 54950) of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5), as
applicable.
(d) (1) The governing body shall only approve a military equipment use
policy pursuant to this chapter if it determines all of the following:
(A) The military equipment is necessary because there is no reasonable
alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.
(B) The proposed military equipment use policy will safeguard the
public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties.
(C) If purchasing the equipment, the equipment is reasonably cost
effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same
objective of officer and civilian safety.
(D) Prior military equipment use complied with the military equipment
use policy that was in effect at the time, or if prior uses did not comply with
the accompanying military equipment use policy, corrective action has been
taken to remedy nonconforming uses and ensure future compliance.
(2) In order to facilitate public participation, any proposed or final military
equipment use policy shall be made publicly available on the internet website
of the relevant law enforcement agency for as long as the military equipment
is available for use.
(e) (1) The governing body shall review any ordinance that it has adopted
pursuant to this section approving the funding, acquisition, or use of military
equipment at least annually and, subject to paragraph (2), vote on whether
to renew the ordinance at a regular meeting held pursuant to the Bagley-
Keene Open Meeting Act (Article 9 (commencing with Section 11120)
of Chapter 1 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2) or the Ralph M. Brown
Act (Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 54950) of Part 1 of Division
2 of Title 5), as applicable.
(2) The governing body shall determine, based on the annual military
equipment report submitted pursuant to Section 7072, whether each type
of military equipment identified in that report has complied with the
standards for approval set forth in subdivision (d). If the governing body
determines that a type of military equipment identified in that annual military
equipment report has not complied with the standards for approval set forth
in subdivision (d), the governing body shall either disapprove a renewal of
the authorization for that type of military equipment or require modifications
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to the military equipment use policy in a manner that will resolve the lack
of compliance.
(f) Notwithstanding subdivisions (a) to (e), inclusive, if a city contracts
with another entity for law enforcement services, the city shall have the
authority to adopt a military equipment use policy based on local community
needs.
7072. (a) A law enforcement agency that receives approval for a military
equipment use policy pursuant to Section 7071 shall submit to the governing
body an annual military equipment report for each type of military equipment
approved by the governing body within one year of approval, and annually
thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The law
enforcement agency shall also make each annual military equipment report
required by this section publicly available on its internet website for as long
as the military equipment is available for use. The annual military equipment
report shall, at a minimum, include the following information for the
immediately preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment:
(1) A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose
of its use.
(2) A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the
military equipment.
(3) The results of any internal audits, any information about violations
of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response.
(4) The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including
acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage,
upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be
provided for the military equipment in the calendar year following
submission of the annual military equipment report.
(5) The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment.
(6) If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military
equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of military
equipment.
(b) Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing an annual military
equipment report pursuant to this section, the law enforcement agency shall
hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community
engagement meeting, at which the general public may discuss and ask
questions regarding the annual military equipment report and the law
enforcement agency’s funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.
7073. (a) A state agency shall create a military equipment use policy
prior to engaging in any of the following:
(1) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to Section
2576a of Title 10 of the United States Code.
(2) Seeking funds for military equipment, including, but not limited to,
applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal
funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.
(3) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily,
including by borrowing or leasing.
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(4) Collaborating with a law enforcement agency or another state agency
in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the territorial
jurisdiction of the governing body.
(5) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a
manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body
pursuant to this chapter.
(6) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an
agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, or to apply to
receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of, military equipment.
(7) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided by
this subdivision.
(b) No later than May 1, 2022, a state agency seeking to continue the use
of any military equipment that was acquired prior to January 1, 2022, shall
create a military equipment use policy.
(c) A state agency that is required to create a military equipment use
policy pursuant to this section shall do both of the following within 180
days of completing the policy:
(1) Publish the military equipment use policy on the agency’s internet
website.
(2) Provide a copy of the military equipment use policy to the Governor
or the Governor’s designee.
7074. The Legislature finds and declares that ensuring adequate oversight
of the acquisition and use of military equipment is a matter of statewide
concern rather than a municipal affair as that term is used in Section 5 of
Article XI of the California Constitution. Therefore, this chapter applies to
all cities, including charter cities and shall supersede any inconsistent
provisions in the charter of any city, county, or city and county.
7075. Nothing in this chapter shall preclude a county or local
municipality from implementing additional requirements and standards
related to the purchase, use, and reporting of military equipment by local
law enforcement agencies.
SEC. 3. The Legislature finds and declares that Section 1 of this act,
which adds Chapter 12.8 (commencing with Section 7070) to Division 7 of
Title 1 of the Government Code, furthers, within the meaning of paragraph
(7) of subdivision (b) of Section 3 of Article I of the California Constitution,
the purposes of that constitutional section as it relates to the right of public
access to the meetings of local public bodies or the writings of local public
officials and local agencies. Pursuant to paragraph (7) of subdivision (b) of
Section 3 of Article I of the California Constitution, the Legislature makes
the following findings:
Requiring local agencies to hold public meetings prior to the acquisition
of military equipment further exposes that activity to public scrutiny and
enhances public access to information concerning the conduct of the people’s
business.
SEC. 4. No reimbursement is required by this act pursuant to Section 6
of Article XIII B of the California Constitution because the only costs that
may be incurred by a local agency or school district under this act would
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ORDINANCE NO. 1712 (2022 SERIES)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE
POLICY
WHEREAS, On September 30, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsome signed into law
Assembly Bill 481, codified at California Government Code sections 7070 through 7075,
relating to the use of military equipment by law enforcement agencies ; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 481 requires law enforcement agencies to obtain
approval of the applicable governing body, by an ordinance adopting a military equipment
use policy at a regular meeting of the governing body held pursuant to applicable
California open meeting laws, before a law enforcement agency can take certain actions
related to the acquisition, funding, deployment, or other use of military equipment. The
term “military equipment” is defined in California Government Code section 7070(c); and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 481 allows the applicable governing body to approve a
military equipment use policy, and the acquisition, funding, deployment, or other use of
military equipment by law enforcement within its jurisdiction as provided in the policy, only
if the governing body makes specified determinations as provided in California
Government Code section 7071(d)(1); and
WHEREAS, certain approved military equipment, used by law enforcement in an
authorized manner, can assist law enforcement to accomplish its fundamental mission to
safeguard the public welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties of the community it
serves; and
WHEREAS, the San Luis Obispo Police Department does not currently have, and
has not had in the past, a military equipment use policy; and
WHEREAS, The San Luis Obispo Police Department has proposed a military
equipment use policy (“Proposed Policy”), pursuant to California Government Code
sections 7070 through 7075, which, if approved, will be included in San Luis Obispo Police
Department Policy Manual as Policy No. 709; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with California Government Code section s 7071(a)(2)
and 7071(b), on March 18, 2022 the San Luis Obispo Police Department submitted the
Proposed Policy to the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo City (“Council”), the
governing body with oversight authority over the San Luis Obispo Police Department
budget, and, further, on the same date, published the Proposed Policy for public review
on the San Luis Obispo Police Department internet website and the City of San Luis
Obispo internet website; and
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of San Luis
Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings and Determinations. The Council hereby finds, declares
and determines the following:
1. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by
reference.
2. Based on the information provide to Council at the public meeting to consider
the Proposed Policy, including, but not limited to, the Proposed Policy, the City
staff report, staff input provided at the meeting, all public comments and input
provided at the meeting, all agenda correspondence, and all written
submissions provided to Council in advance of or at the meeting, Council finds
and determines as follows:
a. The military equipment identified in the Proposed Policy is necessary
because there are no reasonable alternatives that can achieve the same
objective of officer, civilian and community safety;
b. The Proposed Policy will safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights,
and civil liberties; and
c. The military equipment to be purchased, as identified in the Proposed
Policy, is reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that
can achieve the same objective of officer, civilian and community safety.
SECTION 2. Adoption of Policy. Based on the above Findings and
Determinations, the Proposed Policy is approved and adopted as San Luis Obispo Police
Department Policy No. 709. The San Luis Obispo Chief of Police shall have authority,
without further Council action, to amend the Policy to the extent necessary to clarify the
Policy or to comply with subsequent changes in the law, to the extent such amendments
do not require Council action.
SECTION 3. Publication. Within fifteen (15) days after its passage, the City Clerk
shall cause a summary of this ordinance to be published at least once, with the names of
those city council members voting for and against the ordinance, in a newspaper of
general circulation published and circulated in the city.
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SECTION 4. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance is held invalid by a
court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be considered a separate, distinct,
and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity and enforceability
of the other provisions of this Ordinance.
INTRODUCED on the 19th day of April 2022, AND ADOPTED by the Council of
the City of San Luis Obispo on the ____ day of __________, 2022, on the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
__________________________
Mayor Erica A. Stewart
ATTEST:
_________________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________
J. Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the
City of San Luis Obispo, California, on _____________________.
__________________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
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Military Equipment
709.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, funding, and
reporting requirements regarding military equipment as defined in Government Code § 7070
(Government Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071; Government Code § 7072).
709.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):
Governing body – The San Luis Obispo City Council (“City Council”).
Military equipment – Includes, but is not limited to, the following as defined in Government Code
§ 7070(c):
• Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.
• Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers.
• High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks,
five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached.
• Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants.
• Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the
operational control and direction of public safety units.
• Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.
• Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. This
does not include a handheld, one-person ram.
• Firearms and ammunition of_.50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue
shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
• Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than_.50 caliber, including firearms and
accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code §
30515, with the exception of standard-issue handguns.
• Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.
• Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools.
• Munitions containing tear gas or OC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld
pepper spray.
• TASER® Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and long-range acoustic
devices (LRADs).
• Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
• Any other equipment as determined by City Council to require additional oversight.
Pursuant to Government Code § 7070(c), the following are not military equipment:
• Police versions of standard consumer vehicles
• Unarmored all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and motorized dirt bikes
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• Items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handheld ram designed
to be operated by one person
• Standard issue shotguns
• Standard issue shotgun ammunition
• Standard issue service weapons and ammunition of less than .50 caliber
• Standard service-issued handheld pepper spray
• General equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the federal Defense
Logistics Agency
709.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department that members of this department comply
with the provisions of Government Code sections 7070 through 7075 with respect to the approval
for, acquisition, funding, and use of, and reporting regarding military equipment.
709.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police shall designate a member of this department to act as the military equipment
coordinator. The responsibilities of the military equipment coordinator include, but are not limited
to:
(a) Acting as liaison to City Council for matters related to the requirements of this policy.
(b) Identifying department equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current
possession of the department, or the equipment the department intends to acquire
that requires approval by City Council.
(c) Conducting an inventory of all department military equipment at least annually.
(d) Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the
jurisdiction of San Luis Obispo Police Department (Government Code § 7071).
(e) Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement
meeting, as outlined in section 709.8 of this policy, to include:
1. Publicizing the details of the meeting.
2. Preparing for public questions regarding the department’s funding, acquisition,
and use of military equipment.
(f) Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of Police
and ensuring that the report is made available on the department website
(Government Code § 7072).
(g) Establishing the procedure for a person to register a complaint or concern, or how that
person may submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment by the
department, and how the department will respond in a timely manner.
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709.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The qualifying equipment for the department is listed in Attachment A to this policy.
709.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the City Council by way
of an ordinance adopting the military equipment policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief
of Police or the authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment policy is
submitted to City Council and is available on the department website at least 30 days prior to any
public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue (Government Code § 7071). The military
equipment policy must be approved by City Council prior to engaging in any of the following
(Government Code § 7071):
(a) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a.
(b) Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant,
soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other
donations or transfers.
(c) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing
or leasing.
(d) Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of
military equipment within the jurisdiction of this department.
(e) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a
person not previously approved by City Council.
(f) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other
person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the
use of military equipment.
(g) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above.
709.6 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Military equipment in the possession of the department shall not be used by any other law
enforcement agency or member in this jurisdiction unless the military equipment is approved for
use in accordance with this policy.
This policy recognizes the need for agencies to provide assistance to each other, whether in
ongoing, combined, or regional operations, occasional planned operations, or in exigent
circumstances. Where applicable to the provisions of Government Code § 7070 through § 7075,
such assisting agencies shall comply with their respective military equipment use policies when
rendering assistance and with any directions for use of department military equipment given by
department command.
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709.7 EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES
This policy also recognizes that there may be very limited or extreme instances where incidents
of extraordinary nature could demand the need for incident commanders to authorize Department
personnel to use equipment not specified in this policy. This decision must be made depending
on the totality of the circumstances, including due regard for the public’s safety, officer safety,
respecting civil rights, the seriousness of the situation, and other information available at that time.
Should such extreme instances occur that call for members of this Department to use equipment
not specified in this policy, the incident commander shall, if practical, notify the Chief of Police via
the chain of command prior to deploying such equipment and the use of such equipment shall be
documented in an appropriate report. Should such circumstances occur, the Chief of Police, or
his/her designee, shall notify the City Council as soon as practical, and document any such uses
in the required annual report.
709.8 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall
submit a military equipment report to City Council for each type of military equipment approved
within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is
available for use (Government Code § 7072).
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall also make each annual military equipment
report publicly available on the department website for as long as the military equipment is
available for use. The report shall include all information required by Government Code § 7072
for the preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment in department inventory.
The annual military equipment report shall, at a minimum, include the following information for the
immediately preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment:
(a) A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use.
(b) A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military
equipment.
(c) The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military
equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response.
(d) The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition,
personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other
ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be provided for the military
equipment in the calendar year following submission of the annual military
equipment report.
(e) The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment.
(f) If the department intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year,
the quantity sought for each type of military equipment.
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709.9 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual report, the Department shall hold
at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which
the general public may discuss and ask questions regarding the annual military equipment report
and the Department’s funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment. At the meeting, the
Department shall discuss the report and respond to questions regarding the Department’s
funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment (Government Code §7072).
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MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
1. Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS): An unmanned aircraft along with the associated
equipment necessary to control it remotely.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. DJI MAVIC MINI, cost: $500 each, quantity: 1. Miniature UAS that
weighs approximately 249 grams and is able to record video and audio
with approximately 30 minutes of flight time.
ii. DJI MAVIC ENTERPRISE DUAL, no cost, received a donation from the
community which paid the entire $4,500 each, quantity: 1. UAS that has a
color and inferred camera as well as audible speaker and light. Capable
of video recording and weighs approximately 899 grams, approx. 30
minutes of flight time.
iii. DJI MAVIC ENTERPRISE DUAL ADVANCED, no cost, received County
Homeland Security Grant that paid the entire $6,500 each, quantity: 1.
UAS that has a color and inferred camera as well as audible speaker and
light. Capable of video recording and weighs approximately 899 grams,
approx. 30 minutes of flight time.
b. Purpose
To be deployed when its view would assist officers or incident commanders with the
following situations, which include but are not limited to:
i. Major collision investigations.
ii. Search for missing persons.
iii. Natural disaster management.
iv. Crime scene photography.
v. SWAT, tactical or other public safety and life preservation missions.
vi. In response to specific requests from local, state, or federal fire
authorities for fire response and/or prevention.
c. Authorized Use
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training and received a Part
107 Remote Pilot Certificate, shall be permitted to operate any UAS during approved
missions.
d. Expected Life Span
All UAS equipment, 3-4 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance and battery replacement cost is approximately $ 2,000.
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f. Training
All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for
UAS operation. In addition, each operator must attend training updates throughout the
year.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, and department policy. It is
the policy of the SLOPD to utilize UAS only for official law enforcement purposes, and in
a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal law.
2. Robots: A remotely controlled unmanned machine that operates on the ground, which is
utilized to enhance the safety of the community and officers.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. ICOR TECHNOLOGIES, no cost, received Count Homeland Security
Grant that paid the entire $64,000 each, quantity: 1. The ICOR Mini
Caliber robot is designed for rapid tactical missions, the robot is simple to
operate and quick to deploy for searching rooms, hallways, stairwells, and
confined spaces. With rubber tracks and articulating front and rear
flippers, the Mini-CALIBER effortlessly climbs stairs. It also includes an
extendible rotating claw arm that simplifies opening door handles.
b. Purpose
To be used to remotely gain visual/audio data, deliver the Crisis Negotiation Team
(CNT) phone, open doors, and clear buildings.
c. Authorized Use
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to
operate the robots.
d. Expected Life Span
Robot, 8-10 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance and battery replacement cost is approximately $ 1000.00
f. All robot operators receive inhouse training on the use and deployment of the robot. All
robot operators are required to train monthly with the robot.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize a robot only for official law enforcement purposes,
and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and
Federal law.
3. Armored Vehicles: Commercially produced wheeled armored personnel vehicle utilized
for law enforcement purposes.
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a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. LENCO BEARCAT, no cost, received Count Homeland Security Grant
that paid the entire $156,000. The City had to pay a onetime vehicle
registration fee of $13,000, quantity: 1. The Lenco Bearcat, is an armored
vehicle that seats 10-12 personnel with open floor plan that allows for
rescue of down personnel. It can stop various projectiles, which provides
greater safety to citizens and officers beyond the protection level of shield
and personal body armor.
b. Purpose
To be used in response to critical incidents to enhance officer and community safety,
improve scene containment and stabilization, and assist in resolving critical incidents.
c. Authorized Use
The use of armored vehicles shall only be authorized by a watch commander or SWAT
commander, based on the specific circumstances of a given critical incident. Armored
vehicles shall be used only by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner
consistent with Department policy and training.
d. Expected Life Span
Lenco Bearcat 15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance cost of approximately $4200.00
f. Training
All driver/operators shall attend formalized instruction and be trained in vehicle
operations and practical driving instruction.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the Department to utilize armored vehicles only for official law
enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
4. Mobile Incident Command Vehicle (MIC): A vehicle used mobile office that provides
shelter, access to Department computer systems, and restroom facilities during
extended events.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. 2011 PACE AMERICAN, no cost, trailer was donated by the City of
Arroyo Grande covering the entire estimated cost of $30,000. The City
had to pay $ 50,000 to outfit as a MIC, quantity: 1. The MIC can also be
utilized for SWAT/CNT and other critical incidents, preplanned large
events, searching for missing persons, natural disasters, and community
events.
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b. Purpose
To be used based on the specific circumstances of a given critical incident, large event,
natural disaster or community event that is taking place.
c. Authorized Use
Only officers trained in their deployment and operations in a manner consistent with
Department policy and training are authorized to operate the MIC. Situations which the
MIC is authorized for use would include but not be limited to critical incidents,
emergencies and natural disasters.
d. Lifespan
The MIC, 20-year lifespan on trailer structure. IT upgrades needed every 5-7 years to
maintain systems.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance cost is approximately $2000.00
f. Training
The driver/operator shall receive training in the safe towing and handling of the vehicle.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the Department to use the MIC only for official law enforcement
purposes, and in accordance with California State law regarding the operation of motor
vehicles.
5. 40 MM Launchers and Rounds: 40MM Launchers are utilized by department personnel
as a less lethal tool to launch impact rounds.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM SINGLE SHOT LAUNCHER, #1425,
cost $1100 each, quantity: 20. The 40MM Single Launcher is a tactical
single shot launcher that features an expandable ROGERS Super Stoc
and an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG) with light rail. It will fire
standard 40mm less lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge
length. It will launch a 40MM less lethal round up to 131 feet and is only
authorized to be used by officers who have received training from POST
certified instructor.
ii. DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM CS FERRET, cost $23 per round,
quantity: 16. The ferret round is deployed from a 40mm launcher and
contains CS gas. The ferret is used to deploy CS gas from a safe
distance.
iii. DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM EXTENDED RANGE DIRECT
IMPACT, cost $18 per round, quantity: 48. A less lethal light weight
expanding foam projectile used for longer distances.
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iv. BYRNA, 40MM DIRECT IMPACT BIP ROUND, cost $23 per round,
quantity: 110. A less lethal light weight expanding foam projectile.
b. Purpose
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or
undesirable.
c. Authorized Use
Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
i. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals.
ii. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
iii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained.
iv. Potentially vicious animals.
v. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
d. Lifespan
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM SINGLE SHOT LAUNCHER, #1425 – 15 years.
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM CS FERRET – 5 years.
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM EXTENDED RANGE DIRECT – 5 years.
BYRNA, 40MM DIRECT IMPACT BIP ROUND – 5 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance is approximately $10 for each launcher.
No annual maintenance for munitions.
f. Training
Sworn members utilizing 40MM less lethal chemical agents or impact rounds are trained
in there use by POST certified less lethal and chemical agents’ instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement
purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of
force.
6. 40MM Launching Cup: Cups that attaches to 12 gauge less lethal shotguns which
allow officers to launch canisters of chemical agents or smoke.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. COMBINED SYSTEMS LC5 Gas LAUNCHING CUP, cost $300 each,
quantity 1. The LC5 Launching cups can be attached to virtually any 12ga
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shotgun and the munition is launched with our Safariland model 1210
launching cartridge.
b. Purpose
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or
undesirable.
c. Authorized Use
Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
i. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals.
ii. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
iii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained.
iv. Potentially vicious animals.
v. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
d. Lifespan
Combined Systems LC5 40MM Launching Cup - 25 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
No annual maintenance.
f. Training
Officers utilizing the launching cups are trained by POST certified chemical agents
instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement
purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of
force.
7. Distraction Devices: A device used to distract dangerous persons.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, model 8902 Distraction Device, cost $90
each, quantity: 14. A low roll distraction device that produces a loud bang
with a bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during a
hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations.
ii. LIBERTY DYNAMIC, Reloadable Noise Flash Diversion Device, cost
$130 each, quantity: 12. A low roll distraction device that produces a loud
bang with a bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during a
hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations.
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iii. LIBERTY DYNAMIC, Reload for Noise Flash Diversion Device, cost $45
each, quantity: 24. This is the reload for the distraction device once it has
been used.
iii. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, model 7290-9 Distraction Device,
cost $210 each, quantity: 11. A low roll distraction device that produces
nine separate loud bangs with a bright light. Ideal for distracting
dangerous suspects during a hostage rescue, room entry or other high-
risk arrest situations.
b. Purpose
A distraction device is ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage
rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations. To produce atmospheric over-
pressure and brilliant white light and, as a result, can cause short-term (6 - 8 seconds)
physiological/psychological sensory deprivation to give officers a tactical advantage.
c. Authorized Use
Diversionary Devices shall only be used:
i. By officers who have been trained in their proper use.
ii. In hostage and barricaded subject situations.
iii. In high-risk warrant (search/arrest) services where there may be extreme
hazards to officers.
iv. During other high-risk situations where their use would enhance officer
safety.
v. During training exercises.
d. Lifespan
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, model 8902 Distraction Device - 5 years.
LIBERTY DYNAMIC, Noise Flash Diversion Device – 5 years.
COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, model 7290-9 Distraction Device – 5 years
e. Fiscal Impact
No annual maintenance.
f. Training
Prior to use, officers must attend divisionary device training that is conducted by Post
certified instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize diversion devices only for official law enforcement
purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.
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8. Rifles: Guns that are fired from shoulder level, having a long spirally grooved barrel
intended to make bullets spin and thereby have greater accuracy over a long distance.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. Barrett .50 Caliber rifle, Model 82A1M, no cost, rifle was donated covering
the entire estimated cost of $8500 each, quantity: 1. A semi-automatic
rifle used by officers assigned to the SWAT team as snipers. The use of
the rifle is reserved for disabling a vehicle in incidents where lethal force
is justified, and no other reasonable means exist to stop the vehicle to
protect innocent life.
ii. Barret .50 Caliber Ammunition, M33 661gr rifle round, cost $10 per round,
quantity 70. A FMJ bullet designed to penetrate barriers.
iii. Daniel Defense .308 caliber rifle, Model DD5, cost $4,500 each, quantity:
2. A highly accurate and durable semi-automatic rifle used by officers
assigned to the SWAT team as snipers.
iv. Hornady .308 Caliber Ammunition, 168gr ELD TAP, cost $1.25 per round,
quantity: 1800. A highly accurate round designed to penetrate common
barriers but prevent overpenetration.
v. Heckler & Koch 9mm SMG, Model MP5, cost $2,500 each, quantity 6. A
full-automatic submachine gun that fires a pistol cartridge. It has a barrel
longer than a pistol, but shorter than a rifle, which provides a trained
SWAT officer better control inside of structure with greater accuracy than
a handgun.
vi. Hornady 9mm Ammunition, 135gr Critical Duty, cost $0.56 per round,
quantity: 7000. This ammo features a specially designed hollow-point tip
that reliably expand while passing through a variety of barriers.
vii. Winchester 9mm Ammunition, 115g FMJ, cost $0.35 per round, quantity:
13000. This ammunition is designed for range practice and provides a
reliable round at a cost-effective price.
viii. Colt 5.56 caliber rifle, Model M4, cost $1,900 each, quantity 9. A full-
automatic rifle that fires an intermediate-power cartridge (5.56) which is
more powerful than a standard pistol but less powerful than a standard
rifle. It is a short-barreled rifle which provides a trained SWAT officer
better control inside of structures with greater accuracy than a handgun.
ix. Colt 5.56 caliber rifle, Model AR-15, cost $1,800 each, quantity 55. A
semi-automatic rifle that fires an intermediate-power cartridge (5.56)
which is more powerful than a standard pistol but less powerful than a
standard rifle. It is a short-barreled rifle which provides a trained officer
better control inside of structures with greater accuracy than a handgun.
x. Hornady 5.56 Ammunition, 75gr TAP SBR, cost $0.85 per round,
quantity: 5200. This ammo features a specially designed bullet that
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reliably expand while passing through a variety of barriers, without
overpenetration. The powder is specially formulated to work in short,
barreled rifles.
xi. Winchester .223 Ammunition, 55g FMJ, cost $0.20 per round, quantity:
9500. This ammunition is designed for range practice and provides a
reliable round at a cost-effective price.
b. Purpose
To be used as precision weapons to address a threat with more precision and/or greater
distances than a handgun, if present and feasible.
c. Authorized Use
Only members that are POST certified are authorized to use a rifle.
d. Lifespan
Barrett .50 Caliber rifle, Model 82A1M - 15 years.
Barret .50 Caliber Ammunition, M33 661gr rifle round – 5 years.
Daniel Defense .308 caliber rifle, Model DD5 – 15 years.
Hornady .308 Caliber Ammunition, 168gr ELD TAP – 5 years.
Heckler & Koch 9mm SMG, Model MP5 – 15 years.
Hornady 9mm Ammunition, 135gr Critical Duty – 5 years.
Winchester 9mm Ammunition, 115g FMJ – 5 years.
Colt 5.56 caliber rifle, Model M4 – 15 years.
Colt 5.56 caliber rifle, Model AR-15 – 15 years.
Hornady 5.56 Ammunition, 75gr TAP SBR – 5 years.
COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, model 7290-9 Distraction Device – 5 years.
Winchester .223 Ammunition, 55g FMJ – 5 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance is approximately $20 for each firearm.
No annual maintenance for ammunition.
f. Training
Prior to using a rifle, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the operation of the
rifle. Additionally, all members that operate any rifle are required to pass a range
qualification two times a year.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
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It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize rifles only for official law enforcement purposes,
and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.
9. Chemical Agent and Smoke Canisters: Canisters that contain chemical agents that
are released when deployed.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, SMOKE CANISTER (5210 B), cost
$38 each, quantity: 18. When deployed, the canister emits a cloud of
smoke used to cover or conceal movement. The canister is baffled to
reduce the risk of fire and is indoor safe.
ii. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Triple-PHASER CS CANISTER
(5231), cost $44 each, quantity: 33. The canister consists of three
separate canisters pressed together with separating charges between
each. When deployed, the canisters separate and land approximately 20
feet apart allowing for an increased dispersal area of CS gas. The
canister is designed for outdoor use in crowd control situations.
iii. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Riot CS Canister (5230), cost $40
each, quantity: 34. When deployed the canister emits CS gas. The
canister is designed for outdoor use or indoor use with a burn safe.
iv. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Baffled Riot CS Canister (5230B),
$40 each, quantity: 6. When deployed the canister emits CS gas. The
canister is designed for outdoor use or indoor use. The canister is baffled
to reduce the risk of fire and is indoor safe. This canister can be used with
the COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS LC5 Launcher to deploy gas from
a safe distance.
b. Purpose
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or
undesirable. Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are
not limited to:
i. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals.
ii. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
iii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained.
iv. Potentially vicious animals.
v. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
c. Authorized Use
Only officers who have received POST certification in the use chemical agents are
authorized to use chemical agents.
d. Lifespan
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COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, SMOKE CANISTER (5210 B) - 5 years.
COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Triple-PHASER CS CANISTER (5231) – 5 years.
COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Riot CS Canister (5230) – 5 years.
COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Baffled Riot CS Canister (5230B) – 5 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
No annual maintenance
f. Training
Sworn members utilizing chemical agent canisters are certified by POST less lethal and
chemical agents instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize chemical agents only for official law enforcement
purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of
force.
10. PepperBall Launcher: A device that discharges irritant projectiles.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. PEPPERBALL SX LAUNCHER, cost $950 each, quantity: 5. The SX is a
compressed-air powered launcher designed to fire non-lethal PepperBall
projectiles.
ii. PEPPERBALL LIVE PROJECTILE, cost $2.38 per round, quantity: 1200.
The LIVE projectile contains 2% PAVA pepper powder, and is designed
for direct impact and area saturation, especially in confined, interior
spaces. Discharged from a PepperBall Launcher, the projectile has a
velocity of 280-350 FPS. The projectile has a direct impact of 60ft and an
area of saturation of 150+ft. The projectile contains 0.5% PAVA Powder.
iii. PEPPERBALL GLASS BREAKER PROJECTLE, cost $2.90 per round,
quantity: 50. The GLASS BREAKER is designed to break glass in tactical
situations. Discharged from a PepperBall Launcher it is loaded one at a
time.
b. Purpose
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or
undesirable. Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include but are
not limited to:
i. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals.
ii. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
iii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained.
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iv. Potentially vicious animals.
v. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
c. Authorized Use
Only those officers who have been trained in the use of PepperBall launchers are
authorized to use the PepperBall launchers.
d. Lifespan
PEPPERBALL SX LAUNCHER - 15 years.
PEPPERBALL LIVE PROJECTILE – 5 years.
PEPPERBALL GLASS BREAKER PROJECTLE – 5 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance is approximately $25 for each launcher.
No annual maintenance for munitions.
f. Training
Sworn members utilizing PepperBall launchers and projectiles are trained in there use
by POST certified less lethal and chemical agents instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize PepperBall only for official law enforcement
purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of
force.
11. Shotgun Breaching Tools: Tools that are used to conduct an explosive breach.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost.
i. REMINGTON 870 EXPRESS BREACHING SHOTGUN, cost $800 each,
quantity: 1. This weapon allows for breachers to safely utilize shotgun
breaching rounds in order to destroy deadbolts, locks, and hinges. The
stand-off that is attached to the end of the barrel allows for positive
placement of the gun into the correct position and vents gases to prevent
overpressure.
ii. BENELLI M4 BREACHING SHOTGUN, cost $1,900 each, quantity: 1.
This weapon allows for breachers to safely utilize shotgun breaching
rounds in order to destroy deadbolts, locks, and hinges. The stand-off
that is attached to the end of the barrel allows for positive placement of
the gun into the correct position and vents gases to prevent overpressure.
iii. ROYAL ARMS TESAR-2 BACK CAP 425 GRAIN COPPER FRANGILBE
BREACHING ROUND, cost $4.50 per round, quantity: 94. The round is
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fired from a breaching shotgun and is used to destroy deadbolts, locks
and hinges.
b. Purpose
To safely gain entry into a structure.
c. Authorized Use
Shotgun breaching may only occur after authorization by the Incident Commander or
SWAT Commander in the field, and during training exercises.
d. Lifespan
REMINGTON 870 EXPRESS BREACHING SHOTGUN - 15 years.
BENELLI M4 BREACHING SHOTGUN – 15 years.
ROYAL ARMS TESAR-2 FRANGILBE BREACHING ROUND – 5 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance is approximately $10 for each shotgun.
No annual maintenance for munitions.
f. Training
All officers who use shotgun breaching tools shall be certified by POST instructors in the
operation and use of shotgun breaching.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize breaching tools only for official law enforcement
purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
12. Defense Logistics Disposition (DLA) Services (formerly DRMO) Equipment:
Reutilized equipment donated to state and local governments as well as law
enforcement agencies. The following items were received from the military at no cost.
1. Detachable weapon magazines
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. COLT 30 round magazines chambered for .233/5.56 caliber rifles,
quantity: 533.
b. Purpose
These magazines are for use with Department issued AR-15 rifles.
c. Authorized Use
Only members that are POST certified are authorized to use an issued AR-15
rifle may be issued these magazines.
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d. Lifespan
Approximately 10 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military or
disposed of.
f. Training
These magazines are used in conjunction with the issuing and training of officers
in the AR-15 rifle.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize these magazines only for official law
enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use
of force.
2. Reflex rifle sights
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. AIM POINT Reflex Optics, quantity: 80. A reflector sight or reflex
sight is an optical sight that allows the user to look through a
partially reflecting glass viewer to identify where a weapon system
is pointed. It is the primary aiming device for modern rifles.
b. Purpose
A safer and more accurate sighting system for rifles.
c. Authorized Use
Only members that are POST certified are authorized to use a rifle equipped with
a reflex sighting system.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military or
disposed of.
f. Training
Officers are trained in the use of these optics in conjunction with being certified
by a POST instructor in the operation of the rifle it is affixed to.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
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It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize these optics only for official law
enforcement purposes.
3. Backup rifle iron sights
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. MAG-PULL flip-up rear sights, quantity: 60. Back-up sighting
system.
b. Purpose
Foldable rear sight for aiming a rifle in the event the electronic optic fails.
c. Authorized Use
Only members that are POST certified are authorized to use a rifle that is
equipped with this rear sight.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military or
disposed of.
f. Training
Officers are trained in the use of these sights in conjunction with being certified
by a POST instructor in the operation of the rifle it is affixed to.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to only utilize these sights official law enforcement
purposes.
4. Laser range finder
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. Laser range finder, quantity: 3. The range finder determines the
distance between two points so calculations can be made to
determine trajectory of rounds fired by a precision rifle team
member.
b. Purpose
A laser range finder is a distance measuring tool.
c. Authorized Use
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Only members that are POST certified in the use of a long-range rifle are
authorized to use a laser range finder in conjunction with their assigned rifle
system.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we
will source a replacement through the DLA.
f. Training
Officers are trained in the use of these laser range finders in conjunction with
being certified by a POST instructor in the operation of the long-range rifle
system.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize these laser range finders only for official
law enforcement purposes.
5. Infrared transmitter
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. Infrared transmitters are small blinking infrared lights that attach to
a 9-volt battery, quantity: 80. Infrared transmitters emit an infrared
light that can be seen using night vision illuminators.
b. Purpose
Infrared transmitters are used by tactical teams in conjunction with night vision
equipment. The transmitters are used to identify objects and/or locations that
can only be seen with the use of night vision equipment.
c. Authorized Use
Only members that trained in the use of night vision equipment are authorized to
use the infrared transmitters.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we
will source a replacement through the DLA.
f. Training
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Use of infrared transmitters are deployed at the direction of the SWAT team
commander for use during tactical operations. Officers deploying the Infrared
transmitters receive periodic training in the proper deployment of the transmitters.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize these infrared transmitters only for official
law enforcement purposes.
6. Image intensifier, (Night vision)
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. Night vision goggles, quantity: 4. Night vision allows officers to
see in low light conditions.
b. Purpose
Used by SWAT in low light conditions during critical incidents when traditional
lighting tools such as flashlights would be unsafe to use.
c. Authorized Use
Only members trained in the use of night vision equipment are authorized to use
the equipment. These devices are assigned to SWAT and are used at the
direction of the SWAT commander.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we
will source a replacement through the DLA.
f. Training
Prior to using night vision, officers receive POST approved training in the
operation of night vision. Additionally, all members that deploy night vision
equipment train with them several times each year.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize night vision only for official law
enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use
of force.
7. Toxicological Agents Protective Coveralls
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. Rubber coated coveralls, quantity: 20. Coveralls used to protect
officers during an incident involving chemical/biological
contaminants
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b. Purpose
Toxicological Agents Protective Coveralls are used by officers to protect against
chemical/biological contaminated environments.
c. Authorized Use
Members of the Department are authorized to use the protective equipment
during their response to any situation where chemical/biological contaminants
are suspected.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10 - 15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we
will source a replacement through the DLA.
f. Training
Officers are trained in the proper use of the protective coveralls on a five-year
rotation.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize this protective equipment for official law
enforcement purposes.
8. Illuminator, Target Pointer, Aiming Laser
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. EOTECH laser aiming device, quantity: 18. This is a multi-
function visible and infrared laser aiming device with laser
illuminator.
b. Purpose
The laser aiming device is used by SWAT members who are deploying a rifle
while using night vision goggles. When using night vision, it becomes the
primary aiming device for a rifle.
c. Authorized Use
Only members of SWAT who have received training in the proper use of the
aiming device are authorized to use a rifle equipped with a EOTECH laser aiming
device.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
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None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we
will source a replacement through the DLA.
d. Training
Prior to using the sights, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the
operation of the rifle the laser aiming device is affixed to. Additionally, all
members that operate any rifle are required to pass a range qualification two
times a year.
e. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize laser aiming devices only for official law
enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use
of force.
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0 ORDINANCE NO. 1712
122V SERIES)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING A MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE
POLICY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of
the City of San Luis Obispo, California, at its Regular
Meeting of April 19, 2022, introduced the above tided
ordinance upon a motion by Council Member Marx,
second by Vice Mayor Christianson, and on the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Council Member Marx, Pease, Shoresman,
Vice Mayor Christianson, and Mayor Stewart
NOES: None
Ordinance No 1712 (2022 S sl: This is a City
Ordinance to approve the Use of Military Equipment
Policy and continued use of military equipment by the
agency in accordance with Assembly Bill No. 481. AB
481 requires all law enforcement agencies in the State
of California to obtain approval from the applicable
governing body, via adoption of a "military equipment"
use policy by ordinance, prior to the funding, acquiring,
or using military equipment
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Ordinance is available for inspection as part of the
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of
the City of San Luis Obispo will consider adopting the
Ordinance at its Regular Meeting of May 3, 2022, with
Closed Session starting at 4:30 p.m. followed by the
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