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In California, Yes... Under the authority of CA Penal Code 12027(a)(1)(A). A Hospital Police Officer in CA can also carry a Firearm on duty if so authorized by their employing agency per CA Penal Code 830.38. Hope this helps.

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It depends on the department regulations.

Some departments require off-duty officers to be armed, and some leave it up to the officer.

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I know of no LAW requiring police officers to be armed, but you can bet that their agency's rules and regulations require it.

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Yes! They absolutely are allowed to carry.

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Law enforcement officers are rarely required to carry firearms when off duty, but are generally encouraged to do so.

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They are allowed to use their service weapon in documented practice and training in most departments.

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Each police agency is different, but yes SWAT carries rifles and police usually carry one in the car. Motor officers don't carry one.

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Usually, yes.

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