Q: What happens if the tether wraps around the neck or another body part?
A: The tether is designed so that it does not constrict upon contact with any part of the body, thereby avoiding choking risk. Training also emphasizes avoiding wrapping above the elbows, and the built-in multi-dot laser array helps target precisely, reducing the chance of unintended neck wraps. wrap.com
Q: Will the device work on people wearing different clothing (e.g. shorts, light clothing)?
A: Yes, though its effectiveness is optimized when wrapping clothing rather than bare skin. On minimal clothing (shorts, short sleeves, etc.), performance may be reduced. However, real-world deployments have succeeded even when subjects were lightly dressed (due in part to sensory effects—sound, sight, sensation) that encourage compliance. wrap.com
Q: Can the device be used on someone who is running or moving?
A: Yes. The BolaWrap can be effective in restricting mobility even for subjects in motion. In foot pursuit situations, officers should aim at lower wrap zones so as to allow the subject to braced themselves and reduce risk of injury. wrap.com
Q: Do weather conditions impact deployment?
A: Under normal conditions (rain, wind, snow), weather has minimal influence. The initial high velocity of the tether exit tends to overcome typical environmental interference within the recommended operational range. wrap.com