WA Supreme Court Strikes Down Most Limits on Use of Tear Gas
The Court ruled non-charter county Sheriffs' do not have to get permission from county commissioners to use tear gas in appropriate situations.
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Suspect’s Friend Switches Clothes With Perp to Fool Cops–Fail
Tear gas was finally used to flush suspect out of trailer.
Re-Open Protesters Clash with Oregon State Police at Capitol
Frustration boils over as protesters try to enter Capitol Building.
OR State Patrol to Portland Police–No Tear Gas, No Logistical Help
Rather than jeopardize the safety of their officers because Portland Police cannot use tear gas, agencies shying away from rendering assistance in Portland.