Aren’t tasers dangerous?
Any use of force option carries with it risks, however tasers have proven themselves to be a relatively safe option in a range of situations, especially considering that they often replace the use of firearms. The Queensland Coroner has commented on the potential for tasers to reduce the number of shootings involving police. The Crime and Misconduct Commission’s (CMC’s) recent research document into taser use states that “field use statistics indicate that the majority of people exposed to tasers sustain no serious injuries”. The document further notes that evaluations in the UK, New Zealand and the ACT found no serious injuries were sustained by officers or suspects.
