Hi.
I know that FCPD does not allow their Auxiliary Officer's to carry a sidearm. However, Ive heard that other agencies in VA do in fact allow their Auxiliary units to carry a firearm with proper training. This leads me to believe that the restriction is based on a County level General Order rather than a limitation in Commonwealth Code.
Can anyone provide some insight on which agencies in VA do in fact allow Auxiliary Officer's to carry a sidearm?
I just find it strange that a citizen can exercise their 2nd amendment rights and open carry as well as conceal carry (with propoer permit), yet - an officer can not. To wear a uniform and be in a patrol car, you ARE a target, regardless. Does not matter if you are directing traffic, having lunch, or providing cover to another officer.
I know that FCPD does not allow their Auxiliary Officer's to carry a sidearm. However, Ive heard that other agencies in VA do in fact allow their Auxiliary units to carry a firearm with proper training. This leads me to believe that the restriction is based on a County level General Order rather than a limitation in Commonwealth Code.
Can anyone provide some insight on which agencies in VA do in fact allow Auxiliary Officer's to carry a sidearm?
I just find it strange that a citizen can exercise their 2nd amendment rights and open carry as well as conceal carry (with propoer permit), yet - an officer can not. To wear a uniform and be in a patrol car, you ARE a target, regardless. Does not matter if you are directing traffic, having lunch, or providing cover to another officer.
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