The Fullerton Police Military Equipment Policy (Policy 708) Government Code 7070
Why are we hereGovernment Code 7071
Assembly Bill 481 was passed and signed into law on September 30, 2021. This new law requires every law enforcement agency to adopt a “Military Equipment Policy,” and to have their governing body approve the policy in open forum by May 1, 2022.
Government Code 7070
The Fullerton Police Department does not possess any tactical equipment that was obtained from the Military through the 1033 program or Section 2576a of Title 10 of the United States Code, traditionally referred to as “Military Equipment.” AB 481 and Government Code 7070 have broadened the term “Military Equipment” to include items that are specifically developed for civilian law enforcement, and some items that were developed for and available to the general public.
Vehicles included in Government Code 7070
Items the Fullerton Police Department does utilize
Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial vehicles. (previously approved by council 1/21/20) Wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached, armored personnel carriers, command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.
Items we do not have
Unmanned, remotely piloted, ground vehicles.
Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles, Humvees, two and one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, tracked armored vehicles.
Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.
Weapons included in Government Code 7070
Items the Fullerton Police Department does utilize
Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including assault weapons.
Specialized shotguns and shotgun ammunition.
Items we do not have
Firearms and ammunition of .50 caliber or greater excluding shotguns.
Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.
Less lethal options and other Tools included in Government Code 7070 Items the Fullerton Police Department does utilize
The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions: 40mm projectile launchers, “bean bag,” rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition (SIM) weapons. “Flashbangs,” “tear gas,” and “pepper balls.”
Battering rams and slugs (breaching rounds).
Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD).
Items we do not have
Taser Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, explosive breaching tools, breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature.
AB 481 requires all law enforcement agencies have a location to lodge concerns or submit questions and publish their policy on their website
1. Via email to: [email protected]
2. Via phone call to: 714-738-2885
3. Via mail sent to:
Fullerton Police Department
Attn: Military Equipment Use Coordinator
237 W. Commonwealth Fullerton, CA 92832
https://www.cityoffullerton.com/government/departments/police/about-fpd/transparency/government-code
Questions?