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February 15, 2005
Robots Instead of Guns
This robotic ball is designed to chase away burglars. The article quotes Patrick Mercer a Tory MP as saying, "It would be interesting to see whether the ball had used grossly disproportionate force or whether it would be deemed reasonable. But I would much rather a burglar be terrified of householders and shopkeepers, rather than some sort of futuristic device." He is referring to the fact that in the UK people who defend themselves against burglars are often prosecuted for using violence and are not allowed to have guns for self defense purposes.
Posted by Pete at February 15, 2005 01:41 PM
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