Common use of Second Weapon Clause in Contracts

Second Weapon. Troopers/sergeants may carry a second weapon on duty with prior approval by the Employer. The Trooper/Sergeant must qualify with the weapon in compliance with departmental procedures. The type and caliber of acceptable weapons will be determined by the Employer. The trooper/sergeant shall be responsible for providing and maintaining his/her second weapon. Troopers/Sergeants may carry a carbine weapon with prior approval by the Employer. The Employer shall identify a list of approved carbine weapons within six (6) months of the effective date of the Agreement. The trooper/sergeant must qualify with the weapon in compliance with departmental procedures. The types and calibers of the carbine weapon will be determined by the Employer. The trooper/sergeant shall be responsible for providing and maintaining his/her carbine weapon. The carbine weapon will be stored in accordance with the Employer’s policy. Troopers/Sergeants who intend to carry a carbine weapon shall notify the Employer of such intent in writing by July 1, 2010. Thereafter, troopers/sergeants intending to carry a carbine weapon must notify the Employer in writing by June 30th of each ensuing year and shall be allowed to carry the weapon after qualification.