Can I deduct the cost of a gun safe purchased to store my guns used in my law enforcement profession?

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1. Not To Serious says:

   January 9, 2010 at 7:13 pm

   I hope that can’t
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2. amber s says:

   January 9, 2010 at 7:51 pm

   I think they will have to determine the exact need for the guns. Then would have to determine the minimium necessary need to effectively protect the weapons. Meaning you probably couldnt get away with deducting the nicest, biggest, most decorative one available. That would be overkill. But I think there is room out there for it to be considered under the, part of work deductions clause. Ask a tax guy, or check out http://www.irs.gov
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3. mystic60foryou says:

   January 9, 2010 at 8:28 pm

   yes, and you have the choice of 3,5 or 7 years depending on the cost of the safe. You can check this with any CPA.
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4. Linderfan says:

   January 9, 2010 at 8:41 pm

   Yes, You can make creative deuctions for almost anthing work or volunteer related. I am a K9 handler and I deduct supplies, confinement (fencing in my yard) Uniforms, dog food, vets meds…etc etc
   So don’t forget your uniform laundry deductions too, I think you can deduct range time and gym memberships, but you can always ask.
   Good Luck
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5. lisa c says:

   January 9, 2010 at 9:25 pm

   Yes, you can but save your receipts. Also, haircuts and dry cleaning can also be deducted.
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6. Adam G says:

   January 9, 2010 at 9:30 pm

   If carrying a gun is part of your job description i.e. you are a police officer or deputy, not a dispatcher, explorer, or records clerk, and you use that safe to store your duty weapon, then yes, you can absolutely deduct that safe.
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