Which statement is true about the risk associated with less lethal munitions?

• A. A greater likelihood of serious bodily injury or death
• B. A lower likelihood of any injury
• C. They cannot cause injury
• D. They are always lethal

Answer: (A)

Less-lethal munitions are designed to reduce the chance of fatal harm, not to guarantee safety. The important point is that they can still cause serious injury or death, especially if used at close range, or if the projectile hits a vital area, or if targeting is improper. Training and safety protocols emphasize distance, proper aim, and awareness of vulnerable individuals, but the risk of serious harm remains real. This is why the true statement is that there is a greater likelihood of serious bodily injury or death with these munitions compared to what people might assume from the label “less lethal.” They are not harmless, they are not guaranteed to cause no injury, and they are not always lethal.