History
The tactical team was formed in 1982 under Sheriff Mac Butler. The tactical team started with a staff of eight deputies and over the years has brown to a ten member team. Division and Command
The tactical team operates within the Investigation Division under the direct command of the Special Operations Burea. Qualifications
Deputies who wish to be a part of the tactical team must have been assigned to the Patrol Division for three years with no disciplinary actions and also hold the rank of Corporal. Apply for the Investigation Division and once transfered will request to try out for the tactical team. Try outs for the tactical team will last one year at which time, team members will vote on the deputy to be accepted or declined. Training
The tactical team trains three times a month qualifying with all weapons that are utilized by the team. Different types of training blocks are conducted each month. Training includes explosive entry, hostage rescue, anti-terrorism, school shooting incidents, woodland search operations, and close quarter battle skills. These are exambles of training blocks conducted. The team will complete a physical fitness test twice a year and this does not include the many schools team members attend yearly. Weapons
The tactical teams main sidearm is the Kimber Tactical .45cal. Additional weapons include the H&K UMP .45cal submachine gun, the M-16 assault rifle, Remington 870 12ga shotgun w/ folding stock, Baretta semi-auto 12ga shotgun, Remington 700 308 police sniper rifle, and a Barrett .50cal single shot sniper rifle. The team also utizes M14s in special incidents. Non-lethal weapons include the Taser X26, the FN 303, and a variety of less than leathal shotgun rounds. Vehicles
The tactical team is equipped with two armored vehicles. The first is a four wheeled military surplus Peacekeeper. The other is a military surplus M113 tracked armored personnel carrier. Additionally the team employs a 15 passenger van that has been modified for tactical operations. Each member is assigned a Sheriff's Office vehicle to respond to calls and carry tactical equipment. Team Experience
The average amount of years of experience on the tactical team, at this time, is approximately eight years. The team has been highly successful on operational call outs over its 23 years in service with no serious injuries to any of its members. Summary
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Tactical Team is a highly motivated, well disciplined organization. It is one of the best equipped teams in the State. The team trains with other teams, locally, on a regular basis and teams throughout the state. They are available to assist other teams in the area when needed as well as conducting training for newly formed teams. | 
