A government contract has been awarded to produce electric shock devices. These devices, designed to deliver a low voltage shock, will be used by agents in specific situations. The plan to use such devices has drawn opposition from lawmakers.

Details about the contract and intended use are available. A company, Compliant Technologies, will produce the devices under a non-competitive contract worth millions.

Further information about the contract and the devices can be found through Scripps News, which reviewed the contracting records.