<P> The previous department issued firearm for CHP officers is the Smith & Wesson Model 4006 TSW in . 40 S&W . As of August 2017 , the department has begun replacing the 4006 TSW with the Smith & Wesson M&P in . 40 S&W . Each CHP patrol vehicle is equipped with a Remington 870 Police Magnum 12 ‐ gauge shotgun and a Sig Sauer M400 rifle in 5.56 mm . Less Lethal options for officers include OC Pepper Spray and the PR - 24 Side Handle Baton . The ASP Expandable Straight Baton is authorized as an optional piece of equipment for officers completing their probationary year . Additionally , officers are authorized to carry the TASER X2 Defender . In early 2009 , officers have been allowed to mount tactical lights to their Smith & Wesson 4006 TSW pistols . </P>
what gun does the california highway patrol use
Smith & Wesson M&P in . 40 S&W a Remington 870 Police Magnum 12 ‐ gauge shotgun a Sig Sauer M400 rifle in 5.56 mm