Policing

Tasers and Conducted Energy Weapons

Ontario has introduced new guideline and training standards for police officers authorized to use conducted energy weapons (CEWs), also referred to as TASERS.

The new standards come as a result of a thorough review of the use of CEWs ordered by the province. The review concluded that CEWs are an effective option for law enforcement, and that the ministry should provide further direction to police in the use of these weapons.

The new guideline sets out procedures to be followed by those police officers authorized to use CEWs including the circumstances and restrictions for use, post-deployment procedures, medical considerations and accountability.

Guideline

Review of Conducted Energy Weapon Use in Ontario – Report of the Policing Standards Advisory Committee