Provisions on the use of weapons and police equipment by customs officials

When performing their duties, customs officers must use weapons and police equipment according to legal provisions and work needs, and strictly abide by relevant operating rules and safety norms.

According to the Customs Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) and the Regulations of People's Republic of China (PRC) on the Use of Weapons and Police Equipment by Customs Staff, customs staff can use firearms, ammunition, batons, handcuffs, self-defense equipment and other weapons and police equipment when performing official duties. However, customs officers must follow the following principles when using weapons and police equipment: first, the principle of legality, that is, the use of weapons and police equipment must be within the scope of legal provisions and work needs; The second is the principle of necessity, that is, weapons and police equipment can only be used if the problem cannot be solved by other means; The third is the principle of appropriateness, that is, the use of weapons and police equipment must consider the necessity, rationality and appropriateness of taking measures to ensure that it does not cause unnecessary harm or loss to others. In addition, before using weapons and police equipment, customs staff must carefully check and confirm the integrity, safety and reliability of weapons and police equipment to ensure that there will be no safety accidents or accidental injuries during use.

Do customs officers need to receive professional training and assessment when using weapons and police equipment? Yes, according to the Regulations of People's Republic of China (PRC) Customs Staff on the Use of Weapons and Police Equipment, any customs staff who use weapons and police equipment must undergo professional skills training and assessment, and have the corresponding knowledge and skill level before they can actually operate.

When using weapons and police equipment, customs officers must strictly abide by relevant regulations and procedures, ensure that the use is legal, necessary and appropriate, and avoid bringing unnecessary risks and injuries to themselves or others. When dealing with customs, enterprises should respect and cooperate with the duties and powers of customs staff, and safeguard the good cooperative relationship and legal status of both sides.

Legal basis:

Provisions on the Use of Weapons and Police Equipment by Customs Officers Article 1 These Provisions are formulated in accordance with Article 6 of the Customs Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) in order to ensure that customs officers use weapons and police equipment according to law and perform their duties.