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Stun guns seized in Leeds police raid

A cache of powerful Chinese stun guns has been uncovered in a Leeds police raid.

Stun guns not safe for citizens, but benefit police, study finds

The use of stun guns by police significantly increases the chances of citizen injury, yet also protects the officers more than other restraint methods, according to the most comprehensive research to date into the safety of stun guns in a law enforcement setting.

Stun guns may become standard kit

Police officers across Scotland could be routinely armed with electronic stun guns, after a trial of the weapons was hailed a success.

Study Finds Stun Guns Sometimes Injure Civilians

A study from Michigan State University show stun guns might not be quite as safe as manufacturers claim. Another study found police officers are safer using a stun gun to subdue suspects.

Michigan approves stun guns for citizens

LANSING, Mich., May 9 (UPI) -- Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder has signed legislation permitting state residents to carry stun guns provided they meet certain criteria.