Officer Irwin,
I am not aware of any studies that focus on the pros or cons to single officer boat patrols. Texas officers regularly patrol in single man application for smaller patrol vessels and for larger waters or large patrol vessel we operate in a two or more officer configuration. Multi-officer patrols are also preferred when focusing on Boating under the influence enforcement but aren't required. Should you be so lucky to find a study focused on the best approach to maritime patrol officer assignments I would be most interest.
Best Regards and Stay Safe,
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Cody Jones
Boating Law Administrator
Asst. Commander Game Warden
Texas Parks & Wildlife Dept.
512-389-4624 Office
512-431-1326 cell
cody.jones@tpwd.texas.govTexas Game Wardens Serving Texans since 1895 - Law Enforcement off the Pavement
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Original Message:
Sent: 07-02-2021 11:28 AM
From: Dennis Irwin
Subject: Single Officer Boat Patrol
I'm looking of any documented studies/statistics, policies regarding the Pros vs Cons of Single Officer Boat/Marine Patrol
OFFICER DENNIS IRWIN #105
MARINE SERVICES UNIT
CITY OF LAKE STEVENS
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