The Monrovia Police Department has adopted a Military Equipment Use Policy, to allow MPD to continue the use of vital equipment deemed to be “military equipment” by AB 481. The items listed in the equipment list are used as components of overall best practices by law enforcement agencies throughout the country. These tools have been tested in the field and are used by law enforcement agencies to enhance public safety and officer safety. Although our use of the items listed in the Policy is rare, loss of use of these items would jeopardize the welfare of citizens and peace officers.