Originally Posted By: 7point82
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I did read about the shooting of the off-duty police officer but what I read made no mention of whether or not he was in uniform or armed. ...snip


I think I answered my own question.

Norwegian police do not carry firearms on a daily basis; they keep them locked down in the patrol cars, and if need arises they have to get permission by the police commissioner or someone authorized by him or her. If there is no time to contact a superior, a police officer may arm himself and anyone under his command.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norwegian_Police_Service
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