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Less-Lethal. More Lives Saved.

As of this year, Byrna has sold more than 750,000 launchers worldwide, empowering civilians and professionals alike with effective less-lethal self-defense options. What many people don’t realize, however, is just how deeply trusted Byrna has become within law enforcement.

Today, over 500 law enforcement agencies across the United States carry Byrna as part of their force options.

That matters—because less-lethal tools matter.

Why Less-Lethal Options Are Critical

Law enforcement officers face impossible decisions every day. In a single year, police in the U.S. are involved in approximately 500,000 use-of-force incidents, yet only a small fraction of those encounters result in a fatality. The goal is always the same: resolve the situation safely while preserving life whenever possible.

Less-lethal tools give officers that opportunity.

Whether it’s a suspect fleeing on foot, a tense vehicle stop, or an aggressive confrontation, having an effective alternative to deadly force can change the outcome entirely. Instead of escalating immediately to lethal force, officers can deploy OC-based less-lethal rounds to gain compliance, create distance, and regain control—without permanently altering lives.

In fact, officers are hundreds of times more likely to use less-lethal tactics than deadly force when the right tools are available. That’s why it’s imperative they’re equipped with solutions that actually work in real-world conditions.

A Tool That Protects Everyone Involved

Less-lethal force doesn’t just protect suspects—it protects officers, communities, and families on both sides of an encounter.

No one wants to make a split-second decision that results in a loss of life. Having a reliable secondary option—whether you’re in uniform or a civilian—just makes sense. It’s smart. It’s humane. And it saves lives.

Officers who have deployed Byrna consistently report the same thing: effective deployment and immediate compliance. When it works, everyone goes home.

A Call to Action for Byrna Nation

So here’s the question:
What less-lethal options does your local police department carry?

Now is the time to find out—and to advocate for the best force options available to protect your community. Byrna’s mission has always been about giving people the tools to defend themselves responsibly while reducing the need for deadly force.

Byrna Nation, be part of that mission.
Tag your local agencies and departments. Start the conversation. Let’s work together to make sure those on the front lines are prepared with tools that protect life.

Because less-lethal isn’t about doing less—it’s about doing better.

Time to go to work.