1. The Desert
Search Unit (DSU) has been formed for the specific purpose of aiding the Maricopa
County Sherriff"s Office (MCSO) in search and rescue operations within
the confines of Maricopa County.
2. This unit
will also respond, whenever possible, to emergency requests within the State
of Arizona at the request of and the expressed approval of the Maricopa County
Sheriff's Office.
3. This unit
will initiate and implement educational programs directed towards groups and
individuals interested in Desert Survial Techniques.
4. This unit
may raise funds to support the unit by provided law enforcement
security as approved by MSCO.
5. This unit
will at all times be considered a working service organization, directing its
efforts towards those items listed in numbers one through four above. At no
time will this unit be recognized or identified as a club or scocial entity.
