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 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...3yrs3Y

No

Looking at America Numerous studies and instances demonstrate the negative impact of police militarization. A 2017 study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that militarized police units are more likely to use force, leading to civilian injuries. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) reports that militarized tactics disproportionately affect marginalized communities. Moreover, the 1033 Program, allowing the transfer of military equipment to police, resulted in instances like the Ferguson protests, where militarized responses escalated tensions. Redirecting resourc…  Read more

 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...3yrs3Y

Yes

 @9GWBWLJfrom Guam disagreed…4mos4MO

The best counter argument to the Yes position on Demilitarize the Police is that it could make police officers less safe and less effective at doing their jobs. Police officers need to be able to protect themselves and the public from dangerous individuals and situations. Military-grade equipment, such as armored vehicles and assault rifles, can help police officers do this safely and effectively. Additionally, police officers often need to de-escalate situations that could turn violent. Military-grade equipment can give police officers the tools they need to do this without using deadly forc…  Read more

 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...3yrs3Y

No, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment

 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...3yrs3Y

Yes, but only in response to extreme situations

Demilitarizing the police promotes community trust, de-escalation, and effective resource allocation. Overreliance on military equipment can strain relations, escalate situations, and divert funds from essential social programs. Investing in community-oriented policing fosters safer environments, strengthens ties between law enforcement and citizens, and addresses the root causes of crime.

 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...3yrs3Y

Yes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment

 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...3yrs3Y

 @9BTY9XWLiberalanswered…11mos11MO

Yes, but only in extreme situations and with strict training on how to use the equipment

 @9KD5WJVLaboranswered…3wks3W

yes, but only in specific circumstances such as an attempted coup or other large scale crimes such as terrorism

 @9JXWGCDGreenanswered…1mo1MO

yes and no I agree with only with strict training on how and when but also if a higher agency can deal with the ssiue then they should not police

 @9CJK2WDLaboranswered…9mos9MO

Yes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment and in extreme stances

 @9C5RZWZLaboranswered…10mos10MO

Yes, but only to respond to extreme situations and with scrutinous training on how and when to use the equipment.

 @9C2KGFRanswered…10mos10MO

Yes but with proper training and only in the most dangerous and extreme situations.

 @9BTZD7Manswered…11mos11MO

Only if they have been highly trained, have limited access and equipment amount, and have regulations.

 @9BRTY9Janswered…11mos11MO

No, other than in situations where the higher agencies are not in the vicinity as a last resort option and only after proper training on when and how to use equipment.

 @9BQ3PLSanswered…11mos11MO

 @9BJ92TDLiberalanswered…11mos11MO

Depends on like, what police rank I guess and what offences the police deal with, I don't think equipment should be given to every police department only high well trained ons.

 @9B5G37Canswered…12mos12MO

within special units that have very strict training, like SWAT. not every officer needs military grade weapons, but they should be available if absolutely needed

 @99Z6RC2answered…12mos12MO

Police should be allowed in very specific extreme situations, but all efforts should be made to contact higher agencies wherever possible.

 @99YF5VKanswered…12mos12MO

Yes but only with proper training and in response to extreme situations

 @99GTTNLanswered…1yr1Y

No because, military is higher then police, and police should only be trained to use equipment related to them, Military train for years and years to use 'Military grade equipment' and they should stick with that.

 @9958MG2Liberalanswered…1yr1Y

Where special training is provided, e.g. SWAT teams, they should be allowed.

 @98XSFB9answered…1yr1Y

yes but only when there are extreme circumstances like hostage settings or mass shootings

 @984C83Nanswered…1yr1Y

Yes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment and only in extreme situations that cannot be handled by a higher agency in a quick and efficient manner.

 @97ZWQ5Vanswered…1yr1Y

Yes, but only in response to extreme situations and with serious consequences when used improperly

 @97N26XNanswered…1yr1Y

yes but if it's something like Smoke grenades flash bangs etc they need to have permission but if it's something serious than no permission is need

 @96HTVY3answered…1yr1Y

Yes, but only in resposnse to extreme situations and with strict training on how and when to use the equiptment

 @95X4KG2answered…1yr1Y

Yes, but only in response to extreme situations and with stirct training on how and when to use the equipment

 @9352ZTNanswered…2yrs2Y

No, and they should be trained how to diffuse situations non-violently

 @934Y666answered…2yrs2Y

 @934XZ33Greenanswered…2yrs2Y

Only if they are trained and have refreshment courses every 6month and only in the most extreme situations

 @92VD5XHanswered…2yrs2Y

Only in extreme situations and with strict training on how to and when to use equipment

 @92C89MCIndependentanswered…2yrs2Y

No, they should be limited to only what private citizens can legally own

 @925F8YPGreenanswered…2yrs2Y

Yes, but only in response to situations where it is necessary and under strict regulations

 @8ZJJ6NHanswered…2yrs2Y

Reasonable force as required. With military equipment comes military enrollment and relevant training.

 @8Z9R5ZVLiberalanswered…2yrs2Y

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