The debate on the merits of Electro-Muscular Disruption Technology (EMDT) is far from over. EMDT is a group of devices that use a high-voltage, low power charge of electricity to induce involuntary muscle contractions that cause temporary incapacitation. Are EMDTs a valuable less-than-lethal option in the use-of-force continuum, or do they pose a threat of death or serious injury? Proper training may be the key. Read on.
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