Taser Use in Scotland: a Qualitative Study of Police Officer and Community Perspectives

This study delves into police and public views on Taser deployment in Scotland, coinciding with its most significant introduction. Using comprehensive qualitative data, we highlight findings from interviews with 13 Specialized Training Officers (STOs), responses from 88 police officers, and focus gr...

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Authors: Deuchar, Ross 1968- (Author) ; Frondigoun, Liz (Author) ; Densley, James A. 1982- (Author) ; Davidones, Catherine (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2025
In: European journal on criminal policy and research
Year: 2025, Volume: 31, Issue: 2, Pages: 271-292
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