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Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
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Subtopic: Use of force
Overview of Police Use of Force
Date Published
March 5, 2020
Pepper Spray: Research Insights on Effects and Effectiveness Have Curbed Its Appeal
Date Published
May 1, 2019
Get to Know a LEADS Scholar — Q&A with Deputy Chief Christopher W. Ortiz
Date Published
January 26, 2019
Body-Worn Cameras: What the Evidence Tells Us
Date Published
November 14, 2018
Current research suggests that body-worn cameras may offer benefits for law enforcement. However, additional research is needed to understand the value of the technology for the field.
Assessing Police Use-of-Force Policy and Outcomes
Date Published
November 28, 2016
Multi-Method Evaluation of Police Use of Force Outcomes
Date Published
November 28, 2016
Final Findings From the Expert Panel on the Safety of Conducted Energy Devices
Date Published
November 2, 2011
In its final report, an expert panel of medical professionals concludes that the use of conducted energy devices by police officers on healthy adults does not present a high risk of death or serious injury.
Less-Lethal Technology: Conducted Energy Devices
Date Published
June 14, 2011
Overview of Less-Lethal Technologies
Date Published
June 1, 2011
NIJ In-Custody Death Study: The Impact of Use of Conducted Energy Devices
Date Published
March 28, 2011
Police Use of Force: The Impact of Less-Lethal Weapons and Tactics
Date Published
March 2, 2011
Study suggests that less-lethal weapons decrease rates of injuries.
Calming Down: Could Sedative Drugs Be a Less-Lethal Option?
Date Published
June 22, 2010