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Federal immigration officers carrying firearms

Federal immigration officers are authorized to carry firearms in the performance of duties under regulations set by the Attorney General. This has led to debates about the need for off-duty carry and the potential risks and benefits.

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Feb 3, 2026

What is the standard issue firearm for ICE agents?

The most commonly associated with field agents in recent years is the family—the agency moved from the older SIG P229 DAK (.40 S&W) to the P320 compact variant as its adopted service pistol—while ICE ...

Jan 8, 2026

Can ICE agents carry personal firearms during off-duty hours?

Yes — ICE officers can carry personally owned firearms off duty, but only if those weapons are on an ICE‑approved list and the officer has followed agency inspection, qualification and authorization p...

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