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SWAT: A designated law enforcement team whose members are recruited, selected, trained, equipped and assigned to resolve critical incidents involving a threat to public safety which would otherwise exceed the capabilities of traditional law enforcement first responders and/or investigative units.
A SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) team is an elite unit within a police force, used for exceptional situations that require increased firepower or specialized tactics. Find out how SWAT team members train, what gear they use and how they conduct raids.
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Jun 26, 2020 · SWAT stands for Special Weapons and Tactics; a team of law enforcement officers who are equipped with specialized skills, equipment, and tactics.
Apr 30, 2003 · The following definition was approved: "A SWAT team is a designated unit of law enforcement officers who are specifically trained and equipped to work as a coordinated team to respond to critical incidents, including, but not limited to, hostage taking, barricaded suspects, snipers, terrorist acts and other high-risk incidents.
SWAT is an acronym that means Special Weapons And Tactics. Originally SWAT stood for Special Weapons ASSAULT Team but years later was changed when Public Relations realized Assault is a crime and had a negative connotation when these officers used excessive force.
Apr 7, 2018 · The acronym SWAT stands for “Special Weapons and Tactics,” a focus that sets SWAT teams apart from other law enforcement teams and units.
Apr 25, 2017 · The Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) is a law enforcement unit in the US that uses specialized military weapons and tactics to deal with high-risk and emergencies. The SWAT team is specially trained and heavily equipped.
