Of world's estimated 1 billion firearms, law enforcement agencies are believed to possess 2% (23 million) according to a report by Small Arms Survey. The average ratio for the 28 countries reporting official data is 1.7 firearms per sworn law enforcement officer.
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This glossary contains key terms of international law and the use of force by law enforcement agencies and officials.
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