Product Spotlight: Less Lethal

New options are powerful tools


Law Officer Team | From the January 2011 Issue Wednesday, January 12, 2011

“Regardless of assignment, I’m a firm believer that officers who maintain two or three less lethal tools at their immediate disposal are more prepared,” said Sergeant Chris Boyd, a frequent contributor to Law Officer and an expert in this area. And part of being prepared is training with the chosen tool, be it an impact weapon, stun device or spray. To read more about what Boyd has to say about properly selecting, training and carrying less lethal force options, visit
LawOfficer.com and keyword search “less lethal.” Here’s a look at some less lethal options available today.

To view the Less Lethal products, just click on the gallery to your right.

 



Less Lethal

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Potent Projectiles

Zarc’s Vexor Projectiles are potent pepper spray balls that stop defiant subjects in their tracks. Vexor OC projectiles contain Zarc’s patented Vexor V7 formulation. They break on contact, causing immediate incapacitation. These projectiles can be fired from any .68 caliber paintball marker allowing law enforcement officers to use a less-lethal approach to control aggressive individuals and disperse crowds without causing serious injury. Zarc: 800/882-7011 www.zarc.com.


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Less Lethal & Flashlight Combo

The PepperBall FlashLauncher system combines a flashlight and a PepperBall launcher in one. Its 100-lumen flashlight illuminates your immediate surroundings. Officers can launch up to five PepperBall projectiles in semi-automatic fashion, making it a good less-lethal option for DUI check points or defensive tactics. The FlashLauncher can be recharged and mounted at your agency or in your vehicle. It features a built-in laser sight and is sold as a system or with separate accessories including AC recharger, DC recharger, holster and CO2. PepperBall: 877/887-3773 www.pepperball.com.


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Ballistic Bag

The ALS1212T is the newest addition to ALS Technologies' 12-gauge product line of less lethal munitions. The projectile is a 40-gram ballistic bag made of a cotton/kevlar material. The three tail design helps create a more aerodynamic and accurate round. The round is designed to cause a painful and powerful blunt impact through heavy clothes—at 7–20 yards. TEA Headsets: 845/278-0960 www.TEAheadsets.com.


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Firemaster OC spray

Personal Safety Corporation’s Firemaster OC spray is offered in 1 lb. and 9 oz. canisters—with or without a holster. It features 8% OC, 2 million SHUS, 1% capsaicinoids and UV marker dye. It’s non-flammable and safe to use with Tasers. Personal Safety Corp: 888/843-6488 www.pepperenforcement.com.



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