The current standard issue firearm for LSP Troopers is the Glock 17 in caliber 9mm or Glock 22 in caliber .40 S&W.  Previously, the standard issue sidearm was the SIG Sauer P220 semi-automatic pistol in caliber .45 ACP.
Other optional handguns are also authorized for carry on-duty.
Each trooper is also issued a Remington 870 Police 12 gauge shotgun.
Some police cars are also equipped with a Colt AR-15 or Bushmaster M4-type Carbine in .223, a Ruger Mini-14 in .223, or an H&K MP5 in 9mm.
The troopers in this agency have been issued batons and pepper spray for quite some time.
Tasers have also been introduced, and have been in service since 2005.
The current standard issue firearm for LSP Troopers is the Glock 17 in caliber 9mm or Glock 22 in caliber .40 S&W.  Previously, the standard issue sidearm was the SIG Sauer P220 semi-automatic pistol in caliber .45 ACP. Other optional handguns are also authorized for carry on-duty. Each trooper is also issued a Remington 870 Police 12 gauge shotgun. Some police cars are also equipped with a Colt AR-15 or Bushmaster M4-type Carbine in .223, a Ruger Mini-14 in .223, or an H&K MP5 in 9mm. The troopers in this agency have been issued batons and pepper spray for quite some time. Tasers have also been introduced, and have been in service since 2005.
Louisiana State Police