Jacksonville police update guidelines after accident, stressing lawful carrying doesn't imply threat.

After a traffic stop accident on December 13, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office issued new guidelines on December 18 for officers dealing with individuals carrying weapons. The memo emphasizes that just because someone is carrying a concealed firearm, it doesn't mean they pose a threat. Officers are advised not to seize firearms from those lawfully carrying them. The policy update comes after a gun accidentally discharged during a traffic stop, and training is highlighted as key to implementing these new guidelines.

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