POSSE COMITATUS ACT


Meaning of POSSE COMITATUS ACT in English

Prohibits search, seizure, or arrest powers to US military personnel. Amended in 1981 under Public Law 97-86 to permit increased Department of Defense support of drug interdiction and other law enforcement activities. (Title 18, “Use of Army and Air Force as Posse Comitatus” - United States Code, Section 1385)

DOD English dictionary of military terms.      Английский словарь военных терминов DOD.