In many cases of self-defense, and in carrying out duties as a cop lethal force will not be necessary or legal. Arguments can come up; individuals attack because they feel threatened or disrespected. It would serve to have self-defense weapons that are practical, easy to use, and non-lethal where an attack is perceived, and it is unnecessary to use non-lethal weapons that can cause injury or even death to individuals. Situations may arise where a cop is not with any of his tactical or lethal police gears, these non-lethal police gears can always come in handy.
The following are a few efficient non-lethal self-defense weapons available.
• Taser: This a weapon with firing barbs attached by wires to batteries, causing temporary paralysis or unconsciousness to whoever it is used on.
• Pepper Spray: Pepper spray causes irritation of the eyes, skin, and mucus membranes.
• Stun Gun: Stun guns are also highly effective as non-lethal self-defense weapons. They are easy to carry, quick to deploy, and can deliver a powerful and painful shock. It’s also quite easy to understand how to use a stun gun for self-defense.
• Keychain Knuckle Weapon: Instead of using one’s natural ability to strike with the hands, these keychain knuckle self-defense items make your hands twice as powerful and effective in protecting yourself.
• Baton: A baton is a roughly cylindrical club made of wood, rubber, plastic, or metal. It is carried as a compliance tool and defensive weapon by law-enforcement officers, military personnel etc.
• Flashlight: A strong, metal flashlight can also be used as a great self-defense weapon. Like the baton, when used to strike the collar bone, arms, or legs of an attacker, a flashlight is certainly a non-lethal form of self-defense. When striking the face or head, on the other hand, using a metal clubbing tool such as a flashlight might be considered lethal force, depending on the nature of the attack.
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