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NewsinewsourceAugust 19, 2026San Diego

San Diego County ends federal agency access to county-controlled firing ranges

San Diego County has terminated license agreements that previously permitted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to utilize county-owned firing ranges. The decision marks a shift in policy regarding the use of local law enforcement training facilities by federal immigration and border agencies.

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Why It Matters

The change removes federal access to local training infrastructure, forcing federal agencies to secure alternative facilities for firearms training.

Key Facts

  • San Diego County has ended long-standing license agreements with federal agencies.
  • The affected federal agencies are U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
  • The agreements previously allowed federal agents to use firing ranges under county control.
  • The decision has created a disagreement between the San Diego County Sheriff and the Board of Supervisors.

Who's Mentioned

locationSan Diego County“The local government entity controlling the firing ranges.”personSan Diego County Sheriff“The official overseeing the department that manages the ranges.”organizationCBP“U.S. Customs and Border Protection, a federal agency previously using the ranges”organizationICE“U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a federal agency previously using the ”