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Tasers have been described as weapons of torture. How can the QPS justify using them?

April 26, 2017justify QPS TASERs Torture weapons

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Tasers have been described as weapons of torture. How can the QPS justify using them?

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Any use of force or even restraint has the potential to become a weapon of torture if misused. The QPS has put in place rigorous training, policy, accountability and oversight frameworks to ensure that tasers are used appropriately. Policy specifically prohibits the use of tasers punitively.