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Pleasanton Police Department <br />Military Equipment Inventory <br />Equipment Name: Penn Arms 40mm Single Launcher <br />Quantity Owned/Sought: 4 owned, 25 sought Lifespan: Approximately 15 years <br />Equipment Capabilities: Launches a single 40mm projectile, can be loaded with various types of <br />projectiles. <br />Manufacturer Product Description: The Model GL -1 Launcher is a single -shot, light weight, small, and <br />_operationally versatile less lethal munition delivery device. <br />Purpose/Authorized Uses: The 40mm launchers can be used as a less -than -lethal impact device but <br />are most commonly used as a chemical agent delivery system. They can deliver chemical agents from <br />a safe distance. The launchers may only be deployed by officers who have been trained on their use. <br />Use for chemical agent deployment must comply with Department Policy. The devices are currently <br />restricted to use by members of the SWAT Team. <br />Fiscal Impacts: The two launchers were initially purchased in 2018 for $6,250. This cost included an <br />initial supply of projectiles. There is no maintenance cost except for ammunition which is listed in a <br />separate section of this document. <br />Legal/Procedural Rules Governing Use: All use of force applications are governed by state law <br />(including Penal Code section 13652) and Pleasanton PD Policy Sections 300 and 308. <br />Training Required: Officers must be trained on use of the launchers by a certified instructor. <br />Other Notes: None. <br />11 <br />