Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida
Legality issue
I have a company in Orlando, Fl. I
have been approached by a
company called ATA systems. They
wanted help in selling a new
product. Here is the descriptionThe
ATA-Spray System
The ATA-Spray System has been
designed to prevent intruders from
entering locations such as home,
office etc. If an unathorized person
enters the surveillance area, the
system will automatically sound an
alarm. After 8 seconds, if the
unauthorized person remains in
the surveillance area, the system
will spray the pepper spray. This
process will reoccure every 8
seconds until the intruder leaves
the surveillance area.
Once sprayed the intruder(s) will
experience immediate eye closing,
uncomfortable coughing, gagging,
and gasping for air. They will also
feel an intense burning sensation
on their skin. The recovery time for
the average person generally
takes 45 minutes (if provided with
fresh air and clean water to wash
affected areas.
I have been in Security for some
time now, but I am concerned that
this product could be dangerous
and illegal.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Legality issue
I am very intrigued by this issue. As an attorney that practices both civil and criminal law, there are a number of issues which immediately spring to mind. For example, would the act of spraying pepper constitute a criminal battery? Also, what are the civil ramifications - could you be sued if an intruder had an allergic reaction and died?
Unfortunately, given the novel nature of the product, I don't think it is possible to answer your question without doing some research. However, I am VERY interested in discussing this matter with you in depth. Please contact me at your convenience. I am in Tampa, but I am often in Orlando and would be happy to meet you at your office.
I look forward to speaking with you.
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