AP Exclusive: ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to equip its officers and agents with specialized gloves capable of delivering painful electric shocks designed to gain compliance from combative individuals. According to a published notice, the agency intends to spend up to $20 million to purchase thousands of these devices by March.

Data from the manufacturer indicates that the electric shock feature is typically effective in bringing individuals into compliance in less than three seconds. The procurement initiative represents a new equipment rollout for federal immigration enforcement personnel.