Yes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment

According to a report by the National Institute of Justice, the militarization of police has led to an increase in the use of force by law enforcement officers. The report found that police use of military equipment does not result in a crime reduction or an increase in officer safety. Instead, it can lead to a breakdown of trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

Furthermore, a study conducted by the American Civil Liberties Union found that police departments that received military equipment from the federal government were more likely to use force against civilians, par…  Read moreticularly communities of color. This indicates that the militarization of police can exacerbate existing inequalities in the criminal justice system.