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Virginia Department of Health
State Board of Health
Virginia Emergency Medical Services Regulations
[12 VAC 5 ‑ 31]
Action
Amend current regulations to include new regulations as a result of legislative changes and changes in the practice of EMS.
Stage
Final
Comment Period
Ended on 10/9/2012
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9/12/12 7:37 pm
Commenter:
Dennis J. O'Connor, citizen
Repeal the weapons ban
EMS personnel have a tough job and sometimes arrive at crime scenes before the police, putting their own lives in jeopardy. They should have the same right to self-defense as the rest of the citizenry. Repeal the ban on weapons in EMS vehicles.
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