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    weapons? 3. What are the causes and effects of non-lethal weapons, in regards to Tasers and pepper spray on a suspect? 4. When a subject is sprayed with pepper spray, can OC cause the death of a suspect from not being able to breathe? 5. What impacts do non-lethal weapons have on society? The use of less-lethal force by law enforcement personnel started in the “1960s during the civil rights and anti-war movements” (Wilson…

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    Non Lethal Weapons

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    and expanding technology for non lethal weapons (Hambling, 2005). When new technology comes out for non lethal weapons there is sometimes a generational block which limits number of officers who can actually use the weapon (Hambling, 2005). Age plays a factor on how someone is able to operate or use the new technology. Some people simply cannot learn the new tool or system and resort to older less advanced technology (Hambling, 2005). For others using a new tool or weapon comes naturally and is…

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    Why Stun Guns Are Bad

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    were categories as violent suspect and emotionally disturbed. Stun-guns allowed police officers to peacefully arrest 85% of suspects without further incident. Without the stun-gun police officer would mostly have to wrestle around with the suspect until he was in custody. Having to subdue a violent suspect by wrestling him down could lead to injury on both side. This method could lead to the problem escalading even further. Stun-guns are effective and can prevent a violent suspect from getting…

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    Most national and state parks in areas where there are bears require that you carry a pepper spray bear repellant. A bear repellant is more effective than guns, and it does not cause long-term or permanent damage to the animal. Most hikers or campers do not carry a firearm capable of killing a bear. Using a less effective firearm will only enrage the bear and make him extremely dangerous. It has been proven over and over that because of the bear's extremely sensitive nose, bear spray is the most…

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    Good morning/ afternoon guys and Mr. Tobin. My topic today is “Should Victoria police carry Taser guns?” On March 18, 2012, Brazilian student Roberto Curti tragically died in Sydney. He had stolen only two packets of biscuits and as a result, he was chased by 6 police officers. They fired Tasers at him 14 times each delivering a charge up to 50,000 volts to his body, more than enough to stop his heart from beating. Curti’s death is at least the fifth death in Australia after a Taser shooting. It…

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    traditional TASER is not able to shot a longer distance with the XREP. “The XREP is essentially a long-range wireless version of the traditional taser, firing plastic shells that each contain sharpened electrodes, a battery, a transmitter, and a microprocessor”(Hager). Now that the TASER is able to shoot farther, law enforcement are now able to stop an existing threat without having to draw deadly force. Some threats may also need to be put down at even longer range though, this is where the…

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    The swing of a baseball bat, the sound of it gliding through the air, the swoosh sounds as it swings by. Now there is something used for a job that is closely related with the baseball bat but a bit more tactical and is in the law enforcement and requires a police baton, which is used for both law enforcement and self defenseive techniques. The type of police baton should be chosen carefully due to its affordability, length, and the material it is made from so that it’s helping out with the job…

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    Benefits Of Chili Powder

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    Chili Powder is composed of dried chili peppers, cumin, salt, oregano, and garlic powder. It has been used in food since 7500 B.C. Chili Powder is used for cooking, such as in Chinese, Thai, Indian, Korean, and Tex-Mex recipes. In cooking, it adds flavor, garnishing, and a sharp taste to foods (“Chili Powder”). Chili peppers are used as healing herbs, too (“History of Chili Powder”). Chili Powder can be used to clear nasal congestion, soothe throat infections, and relieve pain during muscle…

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    Hydrophobic Spray Essay

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    Title: Everything About Hydrophobic Spray Description- A hydrophobic spray is mainly used for making a surface water-proof but it needs to be used carefully due to its easily damaging nature. A hydrophobic spray is also called hydrophobic coating and it is basically a nanoscopic layer which repels water. The droplets that hit this spray can rebound in a column shape or like a pancake. This coating is made of different materials which include zinc oxide polystyrene, manganese oxide polystyrene,…

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    Graffiti: A Short Story

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    know you could have been in deep trouble, we understand that you want to protect your friend, you can’t lie about something this serious, someone died!” “Yes sir I understand.” “You are free to go home.” Adam walks to his house, runs up to his room, slams the door, and punches the wall. “Why didn’t I just lie? Why? It’s all my fault Scott would not be dead and Joseph would not be in jail, if I hadn’t suggested to go drinking. Tears came rolling down Adam’s cheeks. A week later, George…

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