Use of Electronic Control Weapon on a Person Suffering from Delirium or Other Agitated Condition

"This two-part article focuses on litigation involving the use of Tasers on persons suffering from “excited delirium” or other agitated conditions - including cases involving a death, a non-fatal injury, or taking place in a correctional setting. The second part of this article ... offers suggestions for policies and practices plus a listing of relevant resources and references on the subject" (p. 101). Part 1 is comprised of sections covering: what excited delirium (ED); and cases involving deaths-cases finding actual or potential liability, and cases finding no liability. Part 2 has sections about: cases involving non-fatal injury; correctional setting; and some suggestions to consider.