Prohibiting Police Use of Chemical Weapons on Minors
This new law aims to protect children from the use of chemical weapons, like pepper spray, by law enforcement officers. Federal police will be prohibited from using such agents on individuals under 18, and states and local governments must adopt similar bans to receive federal policing funds. This measure seeks to enhance the safety of minors during law enforcement interactions.
Key points
Federal law enforcement officers are prohibited from using chemical weapons (including pepper spray) on individuals under 18 years old.
States and local governments must implement similar prohibitions to be eligible for federal policing funds.
The act defines chemical weapon as toxic chemicals and devices for their deployment, and clarifies who is a law enforcement officer and a minor (under 18).
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