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County debates hollow-point ammunition purchase for corrections before approving award
Summary
Essex County commissioners questioned a resolution to buy hollow-point 9mm ammunition for correctional use, sought legal and operational justification, and ultimately approved the Atlantic Tactical award after administration confirmed the rounds reflect longstanding state requirements.
A county resolution to purchase Winchester brand 9mm hollow-point ammunition for county corrections drew pointed questioning from commissioners before the board approved the award.
County staff introduced the purchase as Resolution 3: an award to Atlantic Tactical of New Jersey not to exceed $111,788 for 600 cases at $186.30 per case. Commissioner Richardson asked why hollow-point bullets would be needed in a correctional facility and…
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