http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2010/02/08/20100208abrk-taser0208.html

'Non-Lethal Weapon' MY ASS!   These should be treated the same as pistols or revolvers.

There was a time when if we found people afoot on the freeway or turnpike we'd give them a lift to the nearest exit and phone (or rubber-room) - unless there was an outstanding warrant on the person.  In this case the article dosen't say - not unusual for todays 'reporters' and editors.