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A couple of issues that have not been hit on yet. Pun intended sarcastically.
First off, while an ASP, and other batons are considered a less than lethal weapon, it can be very lethal if not used properly.
Second, I cant remember exactly how many hours of training I went through on the few different impact weapon, but it is extremely strict, or is here at least. It covers how to deliver a strike, and more importantly WHERE! Where you strike someone can make a difference between it being a less then lethal weapon, or a deadly weapon. As to using one for subject control, I would not advise a non-LEO to try using an ASP for that either, since in some states there is not a citizen arrest law, and also if you have defended yourself, perhaps seeking safety may be a better idea instead of trying to hang on to someone who may want to fight.
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