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A Coast Guard member maintains officer's presence while being taunted by men dressed in "red man suits" during boarding team member training at Coast Guard Station Juneau (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Jon-Paul Rios)

May 1, 2024

Coast Guard to review law enforcement training

Now is your chance to shape the future of law enforcement.

A coast guard member is in body armor at a firing range with his weapon level and pointed at the targets during a qualification course.

Dec. 5, 2023

After 20 years the Coast Guard is changing their Personal Defense Weapon

Here’s when you can expect to see the change.

The Coast Guard’s new law enforcement operational clothing (LEOC), the First Tactical Defender top and trouser, is made from a breathable blend of cotton and nylon with ripstop and moisture-wicking technology. The Coast Guard authorized designated law enforcement units to buy and use the LEOC for maritime law enforcement training and missions.

May 30, 2023

Coast Guard authorizes alternate uniform and weapon-mounted lights for law enforcement

The new clothing is designed to keep members cool and dry during hot weather.

Coast Guard Cutter Daniel Tarr law enforcement crew members conduct a fisheries boarding aboard a shrimping vessel off the coast of Louisiana, on April 24, 2022. Fishery boardings are conducted to ensure commercial fisheries are following federal laws and regulations on the water. (U.S. Coast Guard Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Alejandro Rivera)

March 30, 2023

Do you qualify for an exemption for Basic Boarding Officer Course and/or Boarding Officer Practical Course?   

Current and prior law enforcement officers can take advantage of their experience 

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