About the Law on Tazers
Tasers and stun guns are non-lethal weapons that deliver jolts of energy into the target. The models can vary from ranged versions that fire wired barbs into the intended target to stun guns that can be as small as a cell phone or larger than a handgun. They can also look like common items, such as flashlights.
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States that Ban Tasers
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A few states ban possession of these devices outright. Residents of Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Wisconsin are forbidden from carrying tasers. Many states place restrictions on the use of these weapons, according to the Best Stun Guns web site.
Cities that Ban Tasers
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Some cities ban the use of tasers outright, even though the state in which the city is located may allow residents to carry stun guns. Such cities include Annapolis, the District of Columbia, Baltimore and Baltimore County, Crawford County in Iowa and Dennison County in Iowa.
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Check Local Laws
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An individual interested in purchasing a taser for self-defense purposes should check the local laws and see if he or she needs a permit before ordering one online or from a security store. Tasers may be considered non-lethal, but they can kill a person under certain conditions.
Taser Law Guidelines
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A general rule that applies to the laws of many states is that a person who cannot legally purchase a firearm is also prohibited from owning a taser. Many states also prohibit using a taser in the commission of a felony. (The prosecution adds weapons charges in addition to the charge of the crime itself.)
International Taser Law
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Every country has its own laws governing the use of these weapons, although they are not legal in many countries outside of the United States. Companies based in the United States often do not accept foreign orders for tasers. In India, tasers can be used only by the police, and the United Kingdom, Belgium and Australia place restrictions on the use of these weapons. Polish law allows the use of these items.
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