I agree that less lethal options should be introduced, but not because the taser is too ineffective- If you have a reticle and just slightly shoot ahead of the target then the taser is not too bad. Though there’s no harm in adding a little bit of spice.
It SHOULD NOT be limited to PD either, available to everyone because they are non-lethal. (Obviously if used against cops or fear-rp situations then normal rules would apply and you’d get pk’d, and regular server rules apply such as ARDM/RDM/NITRP). Cadet’s and Probationary Officers can train on them too, ensuring they are up to NYPD standards before moving up to the rank of Officer.
To balance things out, you could also add pro’s and con’s to each piece of equipment. Maybe it can be a new racket? Possibly for legal factions only.
Beanbag shotguns
Pro’s -
1. Knocks down whoever you shot for a short time. (like /fallover1)
2. Can be open-carried (duh it’s non lethal)
3. It’s a slug, so the range should be pretty good.
Con’s -
1. Would have orange or some colour representing it’s just a bean bag shotgun.
2. It’s a slug, so your aim has to be good.
3. It’s a pump shotgun, and re-chambering a round takes slightly longer than usual.
4. It’s a separate firearm, you cannot use regular shotgun ammo or have another primary equipped with it.
Pepper Spray
Pro’s -
1. Temporarily impairs the vision of the target. (Like a Brown’s Blended Bourbon but worse). This can be used as an alternative to a taser; as you don’t need to be too accurate and is quicker to deter criminals from starting shootouts. Usually when a cop pulls out a taser and he’s alone it’s GGs.
2. Good to give to newbies that don’t have licenses for firearms to slightly give them an edge getting away from muggers or general situations that require them to run away.
Con’s -
1. It’s a mist that lingers for a very short period of time; the user could accidentally pepper spray himself or other officers.
2. Has a limit on how many times can be used. Maybe 3-4 sprays until it’s empty.
SATIRE
Pink fluffy handcuffs. I mean just imagine walking the “tough guy” back to PD in pink fluffy handcuffs. No matter what he says, no one will take him seriously.
K9’s. Have a staff member occasionally switch to a dog model. Can be faster, and can sniff drugs, firearms or explosives. I know Monaclu would be down to do this.
Water Cannons. Put it on a bearcat and just flush everyone away.