California Governor Signs Law Banning Electric Shock Gloves for Law Enforcement
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law banning local, state, and federal law enforcement officers from using gloves that deliver electric shocks. The ban, effective next year until 2030, was enacted after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)…
Missoula, MT, September 29, 2026 —
A new law signed by California Governor Gavin Newsom will prohibit the use of electric shock gloves by law enforcement agencies across the state, including local, state, and federal officers. The ban is set to take effect next year and will remain in place through 2030.
The legislation was reportedly prompted by plans from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to equip its officers with these devices. The introduction of the ban aims to restrict the deployment of such electroshock technology by law enforcement personnel.
In addition to the ban on usage, the new law mandates a comprehensive study to assess the safety of these electric shock gloves. The findings from this study are intended to inform future decisions regarding the technology’s potential use or continued prohibition.
The scope of the ban covers all types of gloves designed to deliver electric shocks. The law specifically targets the use of these devices by any law enforcement entity operating within California’s jurisdiction. This includes police departments, sheriff’s offices, state highway patrols, and federal agencies operating within the state.
The legislative action reflects a growing debate around the use of less-lethal force technologies and their impact on civilian populations. The period of the ban, extending until 2030, suggests a deliberate timeframe for evaluating the technology and its implications before potential further legislative action.
The requirement for a safety study indicates a commitment to understanding the full implications and potential risks associated with electric shock gloves. The details of the study, including its methodology and the specific agencies or experts responsible for conducting it, are expected to be made public as the implementation date approaches.
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