Taser Offers Stun Guns For Civilian Use
Critics Say Stun Guns Cause Cardiac Arrest

Story by nbc5.com

CHICAGO -- The controversial Taser stun gun may soon be on the market for civilian buyers.

The Chicago Tribune reported that Taser International plans to offer a civilian version for $1,000.

The Taser gun is now used by police and the military.

Some people say it causes cardiac arrest, like the death of a man subdued by Chicago police last week. But the company said there is no connection between Tasers and cardiac arrest.

Chicago police have stopped issuing the weapons.