IRS Agents ‘Accidentally’ Discharged Guns 11 Times

[TxD]

More scary: They are getting AR 15's.

"Agents actually fired their guns accidently more often than they intentionally fired them in the field, according to an audit by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA).

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[VMI77]

More scary: They are getting AR 15's.

"Agents actually fired their guns accidently more often than they intentionally fired them in the field, according to an audit by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA).

http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/irs ... e-injuries" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Sounds like negligent discharge to me, which it would seem should be grounds for dismissal, or being disarmed.

[mjoplin]

The bigger question for me is WHY does a tax collector need a gun???? I understand search warrants, but there are law enforcement agencies equipped to handle that task.

[2firfun50]

The bigger question for me is WHY does a tax collector need a gun???? I understand search warrants, but there are law enforcement agencies equipped to handle that task.

My question is when will they have SWAT teams and armored vehicles? The IRS is dangerous enough with pencils. OBTW, they are law enforcement agents, just ask them.

[gthaustex]

The bigger question for me is WHY does a tax collector need a gun???? I understand search warrants, but there are law enforcement agencies equipped to handle that task.

My question is when will they have SWAT teams and armored vehicles? The IRS is dangerous enough with pencils. OBTW, they are law enforcement agents, just ask them.

I'm sure the order for those is in the works...just wait for it...

[AlaskanInTexas]

The bigger question for me is WHY does a tax collector need a gun???? I understand search warrants, but there are law enforcement agencies equipped to handle that task.

It's because the IRS IS a law enforcement agency. They effectuate arrests for tax crimes.

[Dave2]

The bigger question for me is WHY does a tax collector need a gun???? I understand search warrants, but there are law enforcement agencies equipped to handle that task.

It's because the IRS IS a law enforcement agency. They effectuate arrests for tax crimes.

K. Why not have the local PD handle the arrests? Seems simpler.

[Grillmark55]

My outrage is that agents who "accidentally" discharge their weapons are not required to have special training. They should be suspended, receive special training AND be required to jockey a desk for six months. Oh wait - they are Government employees; never mind. Common sense rules don't apply.

[EEllis]

The bigger question for me is WHY does a tax collector need a gun???? I understand search warrants, but there are law enforcement agencies equipped to handle that task.

It's because the IRS IS a law enforcement agency. They effectuate arrests for tax crimes.

K. Why not have the local PD handle the arrests? Seems simpler.

Wait a min. You think a local PD should pick up the cost and carry the risk and liability of serving fed tax warrants?

[anygunanywhere]

More scary: They are getting AR 15's.

"Agents actually fired their guns accidently more often than they intentionally fired them in the field, according to an audit by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA).

http://www.cnsnews.com/news/article/irs ... e-injuries" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Sounds like negligent discharge to me, which it would seem should be grounds for dismissal, or being disarmed.

Nah. Promote them.

Anygunanywhere

[Dave2]

The bigger question for me is WHY does a tax collector need a gun???? I understand search warrants, but there are law enforcement agencies equipped to handle that task.

It's because the IRS IS a law enforcement agency. They effectuate arrests for tax crimes.

K. Why not have the local PD handle the arrests? Seems simpler.

Wait a min. You think a local PD should pick up the cost and carry the risk and liability of serving fed tax warrants?

Fine, FBI then, or make the arrested person foot the bill if they're found guilty. My point is that I don't want pencil-pushers to have arrest powers because the I don't want to pay for their expensive training when there are already numerous agencies that could do it for them.

[mojo84]

The bigger question for me is WHY does a tax collector need a gun???? I understand search warrants, but there are law enforcement agencies equipped to handle that task.

It's because the IRS IS a law enforcement agency. They effectuate arrests for tax crimes.

K. Why not have the local PD handle the arrests? Seems simpler.

Wait a min. You think a local PD should pick up the cost and carry the risk and liability of serving fed tax warrants?

Fine, FBI then, or make the arrested person foot the bill if they're found guilty. My point is that I don't want pencil-pushers to have arrest powers because the I don't want to pay for their expensive training when there are already numerous agencies that could do it for them.

Most people would be very surprised to learn how many government agencies have people toting guns and have arrest authority. Social Security Administration is one of many.

Seems like everyone wants to carry a gun and badge.

[talltex]

K. Why not have the local PD handle the arrests? Seems simpler.

Wait a min. You think a local PD should pick up the cost and carry the risk and liability of serving fed tax warrants?

What extra cost and liability? They are already out there serving warrants for expired vehicle registration in Leander anyway...and you've already stated, NUMEROUS times, they HAVE no liability as long as they are not legally trespassing, are performing their authorized duties and following departmental policy. Why not give'em a chance to hone their skills?

[cb1000rider]

The bigger question for me is WHY does a tax collector need a gun???? I understand search warrants, but there are law enforcement agencies equipped to handle that task.

Why do you need a gun?
Lots of people hate 'em.. :-)

[EEllis]

K. Why not have the local PD handle the arrests? Seems simpler.

Wait a min. You think a local PD should pick up the cost and carry the risk and liability of serving fed tax warrants?

What extra cost and liability? They are already out there serving warrants for expired vehicle registration in Leander anyway...and you've already stated, NUMEROUS times, they HAVE no liability as long as they are not legally trespassing, are performing their authorized duties and following departmental policy. Why not give'em a chance to hone their skills?

Never stated that