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Number of "special conservators of the peace" in Virginia, private citizens who have petitioned courts for the authority to carry guns, display badges and make arrests. The number of SCOPs has doubled in the state over the past decade.

Number of "special conservators of the peace" in Virginia, private citizens who have petitioned courts for the authority to carry guns, display badges and make arrests. The number of SCOPs has doubled in the state over the past decade.

Daniel Luzer is GOVERNING's news editor.
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