Corrections Firearms News & Articles

• 'She's a physical force': Wash. CO rises to the top in Tactical Games competition

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  The Tactical Games were created to provide a platform to test the skills and readiness of tactical athletes of all backgrounds

• LEOSA now includes Florida correctional officers

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  Florida corrections officers are now permitted to carry concealed firearms nationwide, just as sworn law enforcement officers

• Responding to an inmate escape

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  There are some key steps correctional officers can take to prepare for a safe and effective response to a prison escape

• 'We carry guns': Armed judges in spotlight after Ohio attack

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  The question of whether judges should be armed got renewed attention after a judge who was carrying a gun was shot outside his courthouse and fired back

• Bill would mandate safe storage for corrections officers' firearms

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  The bill has passed in the House and is now in the Senate

• Front Line Quad holsters offer versatility and reliability

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  Wear it however you like, with whatever you like, and know you’ll have a safe and smooth draw when you need your firearm

• 6 off-duty tactical toys every dad will want this Father's Day

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  By Lindsey J. Bertomen, C1 Contributor It’s that time of year when everyone recognizes their father for Father’s Day. Before we look at products, my wish for all LE fathers out there is that they r...

• NY county approves arming probation officers, pending policy

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  County supervisors approved a tentative proposal to arm probation officers, though the firearms policy is still in the works

• Ruger SR1911CMD: A timeless classic on a diet

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  Lightweight commander combines features that make commander an ideal carry choice with a frame material that's dramatically lighter than its steel counterpart

• Gould & Goodrich introduces new holsters, flashlight holder

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  All holsters offer variations to fit a wearer's needs

• 6 more great corrections officer gifts for 2014

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  Here are six things every corrections officer would be thrilled to find under the tree this season

• New rail for Remington and Mossberg guns creates rigid mount for optics

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  The 9 ½-inch rail attaches to both the High-tube stock adapter and directly to drilled and tapped receivers for a completely rigid mount for optics and other firearm accessories

• 6 innovative guns hit the market

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  These new guns run the gamut, offering something for everyone

• 10 best gadgets and gear to kick up your next outdoor adventure

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  Looking to step up your next hike or camping trip? We've got ten great tested and true products to get you there

• One way to lighten your load: The Doublestar Constant Carry

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  You can certainly pay less for an AR carbine, but they will probably be substantially heavier

• 10 on-the-go tactical products

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  Here are 10 field ready tactical products for remote operations

• Study compares gun barrels and bullets

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  Study “provides a solid validation of the foundations of ballistic identification"

• Inside the riot at Chino: What really happened?

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  By Luke WhyteCHINO, Calif. — Even before the violent riot involving more than 1,000 inmates broke out on the night of August 8th, tensions were high at the California Institute for Men in Chino (CI...

• Inmate who took hostage in Ill. prison is shot, killed

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  Associated Press PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill. — Illinois prison officials say an inmate who took an employee hostage at the Pinckneyville Correctional Center in southern Illinois has been shot and killed. W...

• Packing Heat: Why you should be able to carry off-duty

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  For many years, correctional officers with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) were able to carry firearms off duty. Then in the late 1970s, along came DOC director R...

• Handgun safety rules and procedures

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  Four Basic Handgun Safety Rules: 1. Treat ALL firearms as if they were loaded. 2. DO NOT point at or cover anything with the muzzle until ready to shoot. 3. Keep trigger finger off the trigger and ...

• Fla. deputy shoots, kills inmate trying to escape

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  Associated PressPALATKA, Fla. — Officials in Florida say a corrections officer shot and killed an inmate who tried to escape from jail by climbing a razor wire fence.Sheriff Jeff Hardy says a deput...

• Mock Prison Riot product round-up

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  By Luke Whyte, C1 editor The number of exhibitors at the 2009 Mock Prison Riot was double that of the year before. One of the principal reasons for this growth is MPR’s unique ability to give vendo...

• Ill. troopers shoot CO in domestic

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  The Chicago Sun-TimesLOCKPORT, Ill. — Two Illinois State Police troopers and a Department of Corrections employee were injured Thursday morning in a police-involved shooting at the Stateville Corre...

• Where to carry a backup gun

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  If you wear a backup gun on duty, I know the question of what kind of gun and where to carry it has crossed your mind. Vest, pocket and ankle holsters are some of the most common areas to carry, bu...

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