2026
Taser: Risks and Benefits
KOCURKOVÁ, Karolina and Martin HRINKOBasic information
Original name
Taser: Risks and Benefits
Authors
KOCURKOVÁ, Karolina and Martin HRINKO
Edition
Policija i sigurnost, 2026, 1330-0229
Other information
Language
English
Type of outcome
Article in a journal
Field of Study
50900 5.9 Other social sciences
Country of publisher
Croatia
Confidentiality degree
is not subject to a state or trade secret
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Impact factor
Impact factor: 0.100 in 2024
Marked to be transferred to RIV
Yes
Organization unit
CEVRO University
Keywords in English
taser; SWOT-analysis; risks; benefits
Changed: 24/3/2026 16:34, doc. Ing. Martin Hrinko, Ph.D., MBA, LL.M.
Abstract
In the original language
The taser device (CEW), based on electric discharge, is one of the most controversial, legally used law enforcement tools ever, and its specific health risks to the affected subject have received much attention in the scientific and research literature. This paper aims to objectively evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of CEW by reviewing the literature. The SWOT analysis method was used to objectively assess the balance between the negative aspects and benefits of law enforcement, using Fuller's triangle as a paired assessment method to determine the individual weights of the identified strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. The resulting strategy for its prospects, based on the SWOT approach, was evaluated as an offensive SO strategy, focusing on opportunities and on developing and further improving technology to strengthen the tool's strengths. In general, CEWs can be considered a valuable enforcement tool, but they are not risk-free.