In which circumstance should a taser not be aimed at a person?

A taser should not be aimed at a person when handling an individual with a firearm due to the critical safety risks involved. In situations where a suspect is armed, using a taser can escalate the situation or lead to unintended consequences. If the taser is deployed, it may not be effective against a suspect wielding a firearm, and the sudden incapacitation of the target could increase the risk of them discharging the weapon. Therefore, using a taser in this scenario can jeopardize the safety of law enforcement personnel, bystanders, and the suspect themselves.

In contrast, during crowd control, routine patrols, or when an officer feels threatened, there may be circumstances defined by policy or the immediate situation in which a taser could be a viable option as a non-lethal means of subduing an individual. However, when dealing with firearms, the preferred tactics typically involve de-escalation or containment rather than non-lethal force.