The American Sniper Association exists to professionalize and standardize law-enforcement sniper programs rather than operate as a club or social group. Its work centers on education, qualification standards, certification, and long-term data collection tied to real police sniper deployments. ASA is best known for maintaining the Police Sniper Utilization Report (PSUR), which analyzes real-world sniper shootings to inform training distances, accuracy expectations, and equipment selection. The organization also publishes doctrine, evaluates gear, and certifies individual snipers and agencies against consistent benchmarks. For departments, ASA provides an evidence-based framework that supports policy decisions, training structure, and operational readiness.
Known For
- Police Sniper Utilization Report (PSUR) based on real incidents.
- National certification standards for police snipers and programs
- Data-driven guidance on training distances and equipment selection
Best Used For
- Law-enforcement sniper units and team leaders
- Agencies building or auditing sniper programs
- Trainers aligning courses to recognized LE standards
- Professional snipers seeking certification and documentation
