Less-lethal weapons

Just as they do with lethal weapons, officers have to be careful how, when, and where they use less-than-lethal weapons. There is a chance that an innocent bystander could be hit by one of these weapons if they are not used correctly. There is also the chance of the suspect dying or getting seriously injured if the appropriate less-than-lethal weapon is not used correctly or used at close range. Officers have to be trained on how to use the weapons, and they have to be prepared to

Non-Lethal Weapons With the increased media attention being given lately to police use of force, more attention is being given to non-lethal weapons. Non-lethal weapons are definitely useful in law enforcement and help keep situations under control, except for in the most extreme circumstances. According to the U.S. Department of Defense, a non-lethal weapon is “explicitly designed, and primary employed, to incapacitate people or material while minimizing fatalities or permanent injury and undesired

intention to protect citizens, has resulted in a series of mass killings by gunmen in civilian settings and has prompted a national discussion over gun laws to “limit the availability of military-style assault weapons” (Master). At the outset, it is imperative to question the validity of weapon distribution to the public. Gun ownership laws in the United States are fairly flexible compared with other countries, and recent mass shootings have raised arguments about banning private gun ownership. Regarding

include physical force and/or the use of a less than lethal weapon, such as batons, pepper spray, and Tasers. Lastly, if absolutely necessary, and every necessary measure has been exhausted, officers may use deadly force to stop someone’s actions. If officers feel obliged to revert to these actions at the scene, they have the tools to do so. According to Reaves (2010), most law enforcement agencies provide their officers with at least one less than lethal weapon, but only an estimated 60% of the agencies

evolve to serve communities by finding better less than lethal alternatives to weapons used. In addition, police departments have continued to keep up with

carrying concealed carry have been wildly debated in the US. Legalizing concealed weapons to the general public is a direct attack on society’s safety in public places. Which would also have an impact on the world. Permitting concealed carry increased crime. It increases crime because, more people will have the idea to hurt other humans in public areas. Concealed weapons laws make the non carrying public feel less safe. It could make the public feel threatened and in danger every time they step

possible way to keep gun control under fair limits. Although the U.S government can not fully ban the ownership of weapons to civilians, there are some limitations that can be questionable. Limitations such as gun modifications to make them more lethal seems like a limitations that should not even exist. But because of recent events

a controversal topic as to whether they should be banned or not. there are many reasons on to why the Government of Canada must not ban the use of tasers for all police officers in Canada. Tasers actually save lives, they are much less lethal compared to other weapons, and they provide a higher measure of safety for all police officers in Canada. The Government of Canada must not ban the use of tasers for all police officers in Canada because tasers saves lives. Tasers saves more lives than people

Weapons and Personal Protective Equipment Debra McCain University of Phoenix Concepts of Physical and Personal Protection-CJA/585 Morris Cotton January 18, 2010 Weapons and Personal Protective Equipment When protecting individuals from others that may wish to do them harm, kidnap them, or just be near them because they think that the person he or she is stalking is theirs in some way it is important to protect oneself first. In today’s world of popularity of movie stars and political figures

corruption is the use of corruption for what is thought to be the greater good. Suicide by cop, a civilian using the responsibility of the police to protect and serve to commit suicide. The use of deadly force, and arguing when and if necessary. Less lethal