LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
HISTORY
In September of 2021, the State of California enacted Assembly Bill 481, codified in California Government Code section 7070, et seq. in which the Legislature found and declared the following:
SECTION 1.
(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. (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.
To address these concerns, California Government Code section 7070, et seq. requires every law enforcement agency to do the following:
• Create a military use policy.
• Obtain approval of that policy by each agency’s applicable governing body. • Publish that policy 30 days prior to the above required approval hearing. • Create an Annual Report on each agency’s military equipment use. • Hold a community engagement meeting within 30 days of submitting/publicly releasing the above Annual Report
OVERVIEW
LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
Per California Government Code section 7072(a), the Annual 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 identify the funding source 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.
Per California Government Code 7070 the term “military equipment” includes the following:
• Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. • Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. • High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV or "Humvees"), two-and-one- half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached (excluding unarmored ATVs and motorized dirt bikes). • Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion. • Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. • Weaponized aircrafts, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. • Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. This does not include items to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person.
• Firearms and ammunition of .50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
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• Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than_.50 caliber, including assault weapons as defined in Penal Codes § 30510 and § 30515, except for standard-issue service weapons and ammunition of less than .50 caliber. • Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles. • "Flashbang" grenades and explosive breaching tools.
• Munitions containing tear gas or OC, and Pepperballs, excluding standard, service- issued handheld pepper spray.
• Microwave weapons, water cannons, and long-range acoustic devices (LRADs). • 40mm projectile launchers, "bean bag," rubber bullet and specialty impact munition (SIM) weapons and their associated munitions.
• Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
To ensure proper transparency and meet legislative requirements, the LPD continually analyzes its inventory of Military Equipment. Items that become obsolete, are no longer in use, or do not meet legislative definitions, are removed from the list.
CITY OF LANCASER ORDINANCE SUMMARY
On March 25, 2025, the Lancaster City Council approved Ordinance No. 1128, permanently adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy. The LPD’s Military Equipment policy went into effect on January 28, 2025 after the adoption of emergency ordinance No.1125. Consistent with California law, this policy sets forth the guidelines for the approval, acquisition, use, and reporting requirements for military equipment utilized by the LPD. Ordinance No. 1128 and LPD Policy Section 706 (Military Equipment) can be readily found on the city’s website.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MEETING AND PUBLIC COMMENT
The Lancaster Police Department holds a community engagement meeting yearly at the Lancaster Police Department’s community room, wherein members of the public may attend to ask questions, complain, or comment on the military equipment use policy and inventory list. Additionally, members of the public are free to engage the city council during any public council meeting during the public hearing portion of each meeting. The public is not limited to commenting only at the yearly LPD community engagement meeting. The 2026 community meeting took place January 15, 2026 at 3:00pm.
Questions asked by community members:
Q: Are LPD drones armed?
LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
A: No. Our drones are not armed. Our drone program operates within the confines of State and Federal law, and under FAA regulations. (LPD Policy 606.1 and 606.2) Q: How is some of this military equipment?
A: Under California Government Code §7070, certain items are defined as military equipment for reporting and oversight purposes and it is not dependent on the US Military. If it is on the state’s list, we include it on our military equipment inventory list. (LPD Policy 706.1, 706.1.1, and 706.4)
Q: Are you using military drones?
A: No. The LPD does not use military drones. The LPD utilizes commercially available, unarmed drones designed for public safety, infrastructure inspection, and emergency response. These drones are not equipped with weapons systems, persistent surveillance capabilities, or military-grade sensors, and their use is governed by department policy and applicable state and federal law. (LPD Policy 606.2, 606.5, 606.6, and 706.1.1)
Q: Are drones used to watch people or look into property? A: A majority of the LPD’s drone usage is not law enforcement related. However, when it is used for law enforcement purposes, any observations that would otherwise require legal authorization are accomplished through legal means, which may mean through a search warrant when required. During routine flight, our drones are flown “camera up” until overhead of a target area, so as to minimize video observation of private spaces.
Additionally, our drones do not record unless requested by a sworn officer for evidence purposes. Other examples of how our drones are used include bridge inspections, public works projects, yearly homeless count, search and rescue, and accident scene capture. (LPD Policy 606.3, 606.6, and 606.7)
MILITARY EQUIPMENT USAGE SUMMARY AND TRANSPARENCY
California Government Code section 7072(a)(2) provides that this annual report include a “summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use.” One of the most frequently used devices that falls into the category of military equipment is the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) devices, more commonly referred to as drones. Below is the 2025 drone flight report showing all flights conducted by the LPD UAS program. This also includes non-law enforcement missions such as road and bridge inspections as well as assisting in the annual homeless count.
The year-end UAS use report is as follows:
LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
The LPD’s current inventory of military equipment, including specialized firearms and ammunition is found in Appendix I of this report. This inventory reflects the Department inventory of military equipment as of January 1, 2025. Changes in the military equipment inventory since the prior publication of the Department’s inventory list are the result of the usage of consumable items such as ammunitions, elimination of equipment, or the acquisition of additional equipment.
DEPARTMENT TRAINING SUMMARY
The LPD provides comprehensive training for its personnel in the use of all military equipment to ensure safe and effective deployment in the field. Training includes, but is not limited to, standards set by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), State and Federal Regulations, and LPD Policy. Sworn officers undergo both classroom instruction and hands-on training covering the proper use, limitations, and legal and moral considerations of military equipment. Regular refresher courses and qualification sessions help maintain proficiency and ensure compliance with LPD policies as well as State and Federal legal standards.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE COSTS FOR MOST ITEMS
LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
The LPD maintains a budget to maintain and store weapons, ordnance, and ammunition. Some of these items are reportable military equipment under AB 481 and some are not. Maintenance costs for these items are absorbed by the budget, precluding the ability to provide individual maintenance costs for each item. The ammunition numbers are estimated and include amounts used for training as well as amounts deployed in the field for operations; therefore, the quantity changes frequently.
SUMMARY OF COMPLAINTS REGARDING USAGE
There were no complaints regarding military equipment usage in 2025.
SUMMARY AND RESPONSES TO POLICY VIOLATIONS
There were no policy violations regarding military equipment usage in 2025.
PROJECTED MILITARY EQUIPMENT ACQUISTIONS YEAR 2026
The LPD anticipates that in 2026, the following additional military equipment may be purchased and/or made operational by the Department:
• Consumables: The Department expects to continue to acquire consumable items that are frequently impacted by inventory levels and the need to maintain items such as ammunition, bean bag rounds, sponge rounds, and Pepperball munitions. •Alternative Impact Weapons: The Department expects to purchase two(2) -40mm launchers to include sponge rounds. These were previously commonly referred to as less-lethal weapons.
• Firearms: The Department expects to purchase an additional 20 duty rifles as they are assigned to each officer as standard equipment and the department is currently hiring additional officers.
Military Equipment Inventory
Appendix I contains the most current military equipment inventory list, which includes intended purchases for the upcoming year.
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APPENDIX I:
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
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Equipment Type: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/Drones
Equipment Name: DJI Matrice 30T
Quantity Owned: Four (4) Quantity Sought: None at this time Manufacturer Product Description:
The DJI MATRICE 30 Series is a powerful industrial drone platform with a multi-redundancy flight controller system, 6 directional sensing and positioning system, precise three-axis gimbal, high-performance multi-camera load, and a new FPV camera with night vision. The DJI Pilot 2 app can be used to observe the real-time view from the cameras and take photos and videos. The aircraft boasts a flight time of up to 41 minutes thanks to the advanced power management system along with the dual batteries that ensure power supply and enhance flight safety. Its airframe design gives it an IP55 rating, in accordance with the global IEC 60529 standard, which effectively guarantees flight in all weather. The mechanical design, along with mounted folding arms and propellers, makes it easy to transport and store. The arms can be locked directly after unfolding, which can reduce the time needed to prepare for flight. The aircraft is also equipped with a PSDK port so users can broaden its applications. The built-in DJI AirSense system detects nearby aircraft in the surrounding airspace, providing alerts to ensure safety. Safety during takeoff, flight, and landing are improved with the safety beacons that help to identify the aircraft during flight and the auxiliary lights allow the vision positioning system to achieve an even greater performance at night or when there is low light. The built-in RTK provides more accurate navigational data for positioning to meet accurate operation requirements and ensure safety.
Lifespan: Approximately 4 years.
Purposes/Authorized Uses:
UAS may be utilized in law enforcement activities to enhance the department’s mission of protecting lives and property, crime prevention, and enhancing public safety by providing aerial support and assistance to personnel. Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program provides remote and automated flight capabilities through the Paladin system. DFR may be utilized through legal process (warrant) or at the request of field officers. The LPD UAS is also used in non-law enforcement cases such as bridge and road inspections.
Fiscal Impact:
Cost per unit: $14,700
Annual Maintenance cost: $1500.00
$1500 x 4 = $6000.00
Original Cost: $64,800.00
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA), and the City of Lancaster UAS policy. It is the policy of the City of Lancaster to utilize UAS in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law.
Training Required:
All UAS/Drone operators shall complete training and certification to receive an FAA Remote Pilot License as well as any training as required by the Lancaster Police Department in the care, use, or management of the UAS/Drone.
Other Notes:
None.
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Equipment Type: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/Drones
Equipment Name: DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise
Quantity Owned: One (1) Quantity Sought: Zero
Manufacturer Product Description:
The DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise features a powerful camera system that includes a 20-megapixel sensor capable of shooting 4K video at up to 60 frames per second. Additionally, the drone is equipped with a long-range transmission system, which allows it to transmit real-time video and data over distances of up to 15 kilometers. In addition to its advanced imaging capabilities, the DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise also includes a range of safety features that make it ideal for commercial and industrial use. These features include obstacle avoidance sensors, which help the drone to avoid collisions with obstacles such as trees, buildings, or other drones. It also features a GPS tracking system, which allows the drone to maintain its position and fly in a pre-programmed path, which is particularly useful for mapping and surveying tasks. The drone also includes a range of safety features that help prevent accidents, such as automatic return-to-home and low- battery warnings.
Lifespan: Approximately 4 years.
Purposes/Authorized Uses:
UAS may be utilized in law enforcement activities to enhance the department’s mission of protecting lives and property, crime prevention, and enhancing public safety by providing aerial support and assistance to personnel.
Fiscal Impact:
Initial Cost: $3,628.00
Annual Maintenance Cost: $500.00
Original Cost: $4128.00
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA), and the City of Lancaster UAS policy. It is the policy of the City of Lancaster to utilize UAS in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law.
Training Required:
All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation.
Other Notes:
None.
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Equipment Type: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/Drones
Equipment Name: DJI Avata 2
Quantity Owned: Four (4) Quantity Sought: None at this time Manufacturer Product Description:
The DJI Avata 2 is compact FPV (First-Person View) drone designed for agile, stabilized flight in confined or complex environments. The aircraft features an integrated propeller guard, advanced visual positioning sensors, and GNSS support to enhance flight stability and operational safety. It is equipped with a 1/1.3-inch CMOS camera capable of capturing high- resolution video up to 4k, providing a wide field of view for real-time situational awareness.
The Avata 2 utilizes DJI’s O4 digital video transmission system to deliver low latency, high- definition live video to compatible controllers and FPV goggles. The drone offers safety features such as return-to-home funtionality and a self-righting (turtle mode) capability. Its compact and durable airframe allows for rapid deployment and controlled operation in indoor, outdoor, and gps denied environments.
Lifespan: Approximately 3 years.
Purposes/Authorized Uses:
UAS may be utilized in law enforcement activities to enhance the department’s mission of protecting lives and property, crime prevention, and enhancing public safety by providing aerial support and assistance to personnel. Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). This device is approved for indoor or underground spaces where its use will decrease the risk to human life.
Fiscal Impact:
Cost per unit: $2,000
Annual Maintenance cost: $100
$100 x 4 = $400.00
Original Cost: $2,400.00
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA), and the City of Lancaster UAS policy. It is the policy of the City of Lancaster to utilize UAS in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law.
Training Required:
All UAS/Drone operators shall complete training and certification to receive an FAA Remote Pilot License as well as any training as required by the Lancaster Police Department in the care, use, or management of the UAS/Drone.
Other Notes:
None.
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Equipment Type: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/Drones
Equipment Name: Skydio X10
Quantity Owned: One (1) Quantity Sought: None at this time Manufacturer Product Description:
Equipped with an onboard NVIDIA Jetson Orin GPU which the manufacturer states makes this one of the most intelligent UAVs on the market. The Skydio X10 Drone is designed, assembled, and supported in the United States of America. It has a maximum flight speed of 45 miles per hour, and a maximum flight time of 40 minutes. It will come equipped with a camera system which includes a narrow camera, a telephoto camera, as well as a radiometric thermal camera. It will also include obstacle avoidance equipment for day and night missions.
Lifespan: Approximately 4 years.
Purposes/Authorized Uses:
UAS may be utilized in law enforcement activities to enhance the department’s mission of protecting lives and property, crime prevention, and enhancing public safety by providing aerial support and assistance to personnel.
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
Fiscal Impact:
Initial cost: $40,000
Annual Maintenance cost: $1500
Original cost: $41,500.00
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA), and the City of Lancaster UAS policy. It is the policy of the City of Lancaster to utilize UAS in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law.
Training Required:
All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation..
Other Notes:
None.
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Equipment Type: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/Drones
Equipment Name: DJI Mavic 2 Pro
Quantity Owned: One (1) Quantity Sought: Zero
Manufacturer Product Description:
“The DJI Mavic 2 Pro is a publicly obtainable (available for retail purchase by the public) Unmanned Aerial System (UAS). It is capable of 31 minutes of flight time with preprogrammed or remotely controlled flight. It can travel up to 5 meters/second and a maximum altitude of 6000 meters. It has a 12-megapixel photo/video camera capable of recording and live streaming, on a three-axis stabilizing gimbal.
Lifespan: Approximately 4 years.
Purposes/Authorized Uses:
UAS may be utilized in law enforcement activities to enhance the department’s mission of protecting lives and property, crime prevention, and
enhancing public safety by providing aerial support and assistance to personnel.
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
Fiscal Impact:
Initial cost: $2,500
Annual Maintenance cost: $500
Original cost: $3,000.00
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA), and the City of Lancaster UAS policy. It is the policy of the City of Lancaster to utilize UAS in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law.
Training Required:
All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation..
Other Notes:
None.
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Equipment Type: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/Drones
Equipment Name: DJI Phantom 4 Pro V2.0
Quantity Owned: One (1) Quantity Sought: Zero
Manufacturer Product Description:
UAS has a 20-minute flight time, optical color imaging capabilities, and video recording abilities.
Lifespan: Approximately 3 years.
Purposes/Authorized Uses:
UAS may be utilized in law enforcement activities to enhance the department’s mission of protecting lives and property, crime prevention, and enhancing public safety by providing aerial support and assistance to personnel. UAS will primarily be used for training purposes Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
Fiscal Impact:
Initial cost: $1,500
Annual Maintenance cost: $50
Original cost: $2,000.00
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA), and the City of Lancaster UAS policy. It is the policy of the City of Lancaster to utilize UAS in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law.
Training Required:
All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation.
Other Notes:
None.
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LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
Equipment Type: Specialized Firearms and Ammunition of Less Than .50 Caliber Equipment Name: GEISSELE SUPER DUTY MOD1-11.5”, 5.56MM – BLACK (SBR) Quantity Owned: Twelve (12) Quantity Sought: Eighteen (18) Manufacturer Product Description:
LENGTH COLLAPSED: 29"
LENGTH EXTENDED: 32 1/4"
WEIGHT: Approx. 6.45 lbs
CALIBER: 5.56MM
COLOR: Black
GAS SYSTEM: Carbine
GAS BLOCK: Super Compact Gas Block
Lifespan: Approximately 10 years
Purposes/Authorized Uses: Primary rifle for the Lancaster Police Officers. For the defense of human life.
Fiscal Impact:
COST PER UNIT- $1,578.32
$1,578.32 x 12 = $18,939.84
Original cost: $18,939.84
Additional cost: $28,800.00 (approx.)
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
All applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing the use of firearms and any such agency policies.
Training Required:
All persons qualified to use and assigned to carry rifles designated under California Penal Code §33220(b) undergo a California POST Approved course as well as regular departmental firearms training, and qualifications as specified by law, POST regulations, and department policy. The training days will be planned and overseen by POST Certified Range Instructors and annual qualifications with the rifle are required.
Other Notes:
None
LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
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Equipment Type: Pava Projectile Launcher and Munitions
Equipment Name:
1. PepperBall FTC Basic Launcher
2. PepperBall Live Pava (OC) Powder Projectiles
Quantity Owned: Two (2) Quantity Sought: Five (5)
Manufacturer Product Description:
1. PepperBall FTC Basic Launcher:
The PepperBall FTC launcher with it’s simple to operate controls functions in semiautomatic mode only and is supplied with an adapter so it can be deployed in a bottle forward or bottle rearward configuration.
The hopper can hold up to 160 round pepper ball projectiles. The PepperBall FTC can utilize an electronic or gravity feed hopper and exhibits a profile that is distinct to officers and the public (Hi-vis yellow). The FTC utilizes a 0.68 caliber projectile with a maximum distance of 32 yards. The FTC has a height of 13in/33cm and length of 8.5in/21.6cm (without tank) with an overall weight of 2.95lbs.
2. PepperBall Live Pava (OC) Powder Projectiles:
The classic .68 caliber PepperBall projectile. Contains 2% PAVA, and is excellent for direct impact and area saturation, especially in confined, interior spaces. Ultrasonically welded, 100% waterproof and non- flammable.
Lifespan:
1. PepperBall Full Tactical Carbine (FTC) Launcher: Ten (10) years
2. PepperBall Live Pava (OC) Powder Projectiles: Three (3) years Purposes/Authorized Uses:
The PepperBall Live Pava (OC) Powder Projectiles may be deployed under circumstances in which less intrusive methods have been unsuccessful or are not feasible.
Circumstances appropriate for deployment include, but are not limited to, situations in which:
The suspect is armed with a weapon and the tactical circumstances allow for the safe application of approved munitions.
The suspect has made credible threats to harm him/herself or others. The suspect is engaged in riotous behavior or is throwing rocks, bottles or other dangerous projectiles at people and / or officers.
There is probable cause to believe that the suspect has already committed a crime of violence and is refusing to comply with lawful orders.
Fiscal Impact:
COST PER LAUNCHER: $573.87
Original Cost: $573.87 x 2 = $1,1474
COST PER BOX POWDER PROJECTILE: $821.59
Additional cost: $5,553.00 (approx.)
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
All applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing the use of firearms, and any such agency policies. All applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations regarding use and deployment of crowd control devices, and any such agency policies Training Required:
All persons qualified to use and assigned to the PepperBall FTC munitions launchers undergo training under certified Less-Than-Lethal Munitions instructor(s), to include at a minimum classroom instruction, policy review, nomenclature, safe handling, appropriate targeting considerations, verbal commands and de- escalation, safe deployment, scenario-based training, and deployment after-action activities Other Notes:
None.
LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
Equipment Type: Bean Bag Shotguns and Munitions
Equipment Name:
Defense Technologies Drag Stabilized 12-Gauge Beanbag Round Quantity Owned: One-hundred (100) rounds Quantity Sought: Five-hundred (500) Manufacturer Product Description:
Defense Technologies Drag Stabilized 12-Gauge Beanbag Round:
“The Drag Stabilized™ 12-Gauge Round is a translucent 12-Gauge shell loaded with a 40-Gram tear shaped bag made from a cotton and ballistic material blend and filled with #9 shot. This design utilizes four stabilizing tails and utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant. The 12-Gauge Drag Stabilized Round has secured its place as the Law Enforcement Communities’ number one choice for specialty impact munitions. This round has a velocity of 270 fps with a maximum effective range of 75 feet.” Lifespan:
Defense Technologies Drag Stabilized 12-Gauge Beanbag Round: Five (5) years.
Purposes/Authorized Uses:
Defense Technologies Drag Stabilized 12-Gauge Beanbag Rounds may be deployed under circumstances in which less intrusive methods have been unsuccessful or are not feasible.
Circumstances appropriate for deployment include, but are not limited to, situations in which:
The suspect is armed with a weapon and the tactical circumstances allow for the safe application of approved munitions.
The suspect has made credible threats to harm him/herself or others. The suspect is engaged in riotous behavior or is throwing rocks, bottles or other dangerous projectiles at people and / or officers.
There is probable cause to believe that the suspect has already committed a crime of violence and is refusing to comply with lawful orders.
Fiscal Impact:
Sold by units of five (5) rounds per box
Cost per box of five (5): $32.00
$32.00 x 20 = $640.00
Training rounds: $32.00 x 100 = $3200.00
Original cost: $3860.00
Additional Cost: $16,000 (approx.)
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
All applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing the use of firearms, and any such agency policies. All applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations regarding use and deployment of crowd control devices, and any such agency policies.
Training Required:
All persons qualified to use and assigned to carry the Remington 870 Shotgun undergo regular departmental firearms training and qualifications as specified by law, POST regulations, and department policy. All persons qualified to use the Remington 870 Shotgun to deploy Defense Technologies Drag Stabilized 12-Gauge Beanbag Rounds undergo training under the supervision of a certified departmental Less-Than-Lethal Munitions instructor(s), to include at a minimum classroom instruction, policy review, nomenclature, safe handling, appropriate targeting considerations, verbal commands and de-escalation, safe deployment, scenario based training, and deployment after-action activities.
Other Notes:
None.
LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
Equipment Type: 40mm Single Launcher and Alternative Impact Munitions Equipment Name:
Defense Technologies 40mm LMT Tactical Single Launcher, Expandable Stock Exact Impact 40mm Standard Range Sponge Round
Quantity Owned: None
Quantity Sought: Two (2)
Manufacturer Product Description:
Defense Technologies 40mm LMT Tactical Single Launcher, Expandable Stock:
“The 40LMTS is a tactical single shot launcher that features an expandable ROGERS Super Stoc and an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG) with light rail. The ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount (LSM) and QD mounting systems allow both a single and two point sling attachment. The 40LMTS will fire standard 40mm less-lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length. The Picatinny Rail Mounting System will accept a wide array of enhanced optics/sighting systems.” Exact Impact 40mm Standard Range Sponge Round:
“The eXact iMpact™ 40 mm Sponge Round is a point-of-aim, point-of-impact direct-fire round. This lightweight, high-speed projectile consisting of a plastic body and sponge nose that is spin stabilized via the incorporated rifling collar and the 40 mm launcher’s rifled barrel. The round utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant, and, therefore, have velocities that are extremely consistent. Used for Crowd Control, Patrol, and Tactical Applications.”
Lifespan:
1. 40mm LMT Tactical Single Launcher: Ten (10) years
2. Exact Impact 40mm Standard Range Sponge Round: Five (5) years Purposes/Authorized Uses:
Defense Technologies 40mm LMT Tactical Single Launcher, Expandable Stock rounds may be deployed under circumstances in which less intrusive methods have been unsuccessful or are not feasible.
Circumstances which may be appropriate for less-lethal deployment include, but are not limited to, situations in which:
A person is armed with a weapon, and the tactical circumstances allow for the safe application of approved munitions.
A person has made credible threats to harm him/herself or others and it is imperative to take control of the person.
A person is engaged in riotous behavior and/or throwing rocks, bottles or other dangerous projectiles at people and/or officers and less-lethal options are deemed tactically sound alternatives to other force options.
There is probable cause to believe that a person has committed a crime of violence and is refusing to comply with lawful orders in an attempt to take the person into custody.
Fiscal Impact:
Defense Technologies 40mm LMT Tactical Single Launcher, Expandable Stock sold by units of one (1). Cost per one (1): $1,354.47.00
o$1,354.47 x 2 = $2,708.94
Exact Impact 40mm Standard Range Sponge Round sold by units of one (1). Cost per one (1): $26.59
o$26.59 x 100 = $2,659.00
Total cost: $5,367.94
LANCASTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use:
All applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing the use of firearms, and any such agency policies. All applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations regarding use and deployment of crowd control devices, and any such agency policies.
Training Required:
All persons qualified to use and assigned to carry the Defense Technologies 40mm LMT Tactical Single Launcher shall undergo regular departmental firearms training and qualifications as specified by law, POST regulations, and department policy. All persons qualified to use the Defense Technologies 40mm LMT Tactical Single Launcher to deploy Exact Impact 40mm Standard Range Sponge Round shall undergo training under the supervision of a certified departmental Less-Than-Lethal Munitions instructor(s), to include at a minimum classroom instruction, policy review, nomenclature, safe handling, appropriate targeting considerations, verbal commands and de-escalation, safe deployment, scenario based training, and deployment after-action activities.
Other Notes:
None.