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Board adopts sheriff and DA military-equipment policies amid public concern over drones and munitions (4–1)
Summary
Following a public hearing, the board approved policies governing sheriff and district attorney use of military-style equipment, carrying the item 4–1 after residents raised alarm about drones, assault weapons and certain crowd-control munitions.
The Orange County Board of Supervisors on June 25 approved new military-equipment use policies for the sheriff and district attorney after a public hearing that included forceful opposition from a resident who urged the board to reject further purchases of drones, assault rifles and other militarized gear.
A public commenter said the sheriff’s…
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