Non-lethal

Non-lethal force is the use of force which is not inherently likely to kill or cause great bodily injury. Note that "non-lethal force" generally has a significant risk of causing death: in this context "non-lethal" only means "not intended to kill".

Examples

• Physical
  • Striking with hands or feet
  • Baton
  • Joint locks or holds
  • Pressure point[?]
  • Beanbag round
  • Plastic bullet
  • Rubber bullet
• Chemical
  • Tear gas
  • Pepper spray
• Electrical
  • Electrocuting water cannon
  • Stun gun

To do: distinguish less lethal force, introduce continuum of force.

See also: police, deadly force, weapon, riot control agent