Taser

For example, in order for an officer to be allowed to use a Taser they must first have the Taser used on them (DeLone, & Thompson, 2009). This ensures the officer is fully aware of the pain they inflict on others when using a Taser. Officers are often exposed to the various types of non lethal weaponry in order to get a better idea of their effects and possible risks to both the offender and themselves…

Advancements in technology have allowed police agencies to acquire new devices that make their job more efficient and safe. The Taser gun also known as the stun-gun is one of the devices that many law enforcement agencies have introduced over the past several years. According to Michael D. White and Justine Ready from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, there are over 8,000 law enforcement agencies that have adopted the stun-gun (pg. 1, 2007). The main purpose of the stung-gun is to stop…

Law enforcement agencies have significantly changed over the past several decades and they will only continue to change as time goes by. The new technological advances that have occurred over the past several years have allowed agencies to adopt newer and more efficient gadgets. One of these new gadgets that many law enforcement agencies have adopted is the stun gun. According to Michael D. White and Justine Ready from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, there are over 8,000 law enforcement…

More so, the use of the Taser is part of a broader issue with excessive force, which has involved police officer using these weapons for inappropriate interactions with a suspect. In this type of policing culture, it is has been found that using a Taser is not “lethal”, which provides a greater impetus for the officer to use the weapon. However, there are potential dangers in using a Taser that could result in a dangerous interaction with a suspect: “The…

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she said, her voice crackling. She petted Rolo and the dog settled her nose in her fingers. Dacka wasn’t afraid. Finally, transcending her fear, she knew this was war, this was real, this was life or death, from now on. Her hand held tight to her taser-laser. “Did you check your device?” She ventured. “Yes and I get no readings.” Franklin said back. “You shouldn’t until we reach their perimeter. Be wary not aggressive. We can’t be seen. Let’s synchronize.” Dacka continued. An hour and a half…

discussed is this paper are Tasers and electronic surveillance within the criminal justice system. Example of technologies in the criminal justice system One example of a technology used within the criminal justice system is the Taser. A Taser sends out electrical shock with two prong that shoot out and attach the subject’s skin or clothing, which weakens subjects without long lasting effects. The Taser is used with the police force of the criminal…

The issues surrounding police use of force and Tasers is slammed by the media. Often police are traded for excessive force and draw Tasers more than need. Queensland police have a dangerous job, and therefore, they do not use excessive force, nor do they draw Tasers more often than need. Queensland police have the right to do their job, of protecting and serving the community, even if that means using force or Tasering on an offender. The Crime and Misconduct Commission, now known as…

pepper spray and Tasers are more common tools police have used in excessive force issues. Police are not limited to one method of corruption or brutality. Though, the most common method is the excessive use of force. Other types of police misconduct or brutality include false arrests, malicious prosecution, failure of an officer…

Non-Lethal weapons are being researched and developed for military, law enforcement and personal safety in general. Marks claims that “by giving officers an alternative to drawing a gun against a knife wielder, for instance, the weapon can save lives”(2005) The weapons can incapacitate a person, while minimizing fatalities, permanent injury, and collateral damage. This technology can shape how society views a police department. Over the last few years many questions have come up over the use…