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Should paramedics be allowed to carry guns on duty?

Green, Ohio, tactical paramedics are now permitted to carry handguns when called out to assist the sheriff’s SWAT following a change in state law and the urging of Summit County Sheriff Steve Barry. Do you agree with the decision? Take our poll below and share it with your colleagues.

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Yes

59 %

Only tactical paramedics working with law enforcement

32 %

No

9 %

Total

1120