TODAY national investigative correspondent Jeff Rossen goes behind bars to interview David Solano, who's serving 25 years to life for robbery, and estimates he's mugged more than 100 people. Now Solano reveals how to avoid becoming a victim of people like him.   Not surprisingly, one of the best deterents in fending off an attacker of any kind is noise.  Loud noise!  Solano mentions personal alarms and electronic whistles as being two of the best deterents to send a mugger packing.  However, The best self-defense weapon, he

states, especially for women, is Pepper Spray and MACE. But the spray must be readily available and not buried in the bottom of a purse.  It must be in the hand or on a keychain so that it can be brought up in moment's notice.  Watch the video to learn what these criminals look for when choosing a victim, and what you can do to fight back, or avoid becoming a victim altogether.

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For the first time, students at Georgia's public colleges and universities will be allowed to legally carry stun guns, starting Friday. State Rep. Buzz Brockway, R-Lawrenceville, sponsored the bill and told Channel 2's Lori Geary this is all about safety.

“During the session, I was getting calls, especially from students at Georgia State, because there were three robberies in the library while we were in session, so there were a lot of students who contacted me to say, 'Hey can I have one now?'" Brockway said.

Brockway said most campus policies prohibited the electroshock weapons on campus but this state law will trump those policies.

Earlier this year, Gov. Deal vetoed the campus carry bill, which would have allowed licensed gun owners to bring their weapons onto campus, excluding dorms, fraternity and sorority houses and sporting events.

Georgia HB 792 allows anyone 18 years or older or currently enrolled in a Georgia public college to carry a stun gun anywhere on campus.

University System of Georgia spokesman Charlie Sutlive released a statement to Geary, saying “Our … institutions are aware of HB 792 taking effect July 1, and we have been working directly with our campus chiefs of police and safety departments in preparation.”

The system's chief of police sent out a memo to all campus public safety directors alerting them to the change in the law.

Georgia Gwinnett College student Ashley Flagg told Geary she would not carry a stun gun because she's afraid it would be used against her. Flagg, though, also said this was about her rights as a student.

“I think we should have the right to be able to carry it because in some cases people feel like they are threatened on campus," Flagg said.

Chelsea Jackson, also a student at GGC, said stun guns should not be allowed.

“Just something else to give you an excuse to be violent to somebody because you want to. If someone pushes you in the hallway the wrong way or they step on your toe, if that person is having a bad day, then what?" Jackson said.

Brockway said, “We trust college students to fight wars for us, to drive, to get married, to make all sorts of decisions. I think we can count on them to act wisely and protect themselves.”

The law goes into effect Friday.

Visit our selection of Stun Guns designed specifically for women.  Many of these items are even disguised to look like a tube of lipstick or a perfume aerosol that you can easily conceal.

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Women buying stun guns, pepper spray or protection sticks called Kubotans is nothing new, but how they're being sold is. Maria van Rossum is one of 20 active sales representatives in Las Vegas for Idaho-based Damsel in Defense, the women's self-defense version of Tupperware, Avon and Mary Kay that's growing since its founding three years ago. It has more than 7,000 reps nationwide. “The reality is one of five women wi...ll be sexually assaulted in their lifetime,” said Mindy Lin, co-founder of the company with Bethany Hughes, both victims of a sexual assault. “It's very personal to both of us but makes us passionate in the sense that the statistics are so high. We both have daughters, and we want to make a difference with women in their ability to

prepare themselves and arm themselves.”

In 2009, there were over 270,000 reported cases of rape or sexual assault against women in the U.S. Every 12 seconds a woman is beaten by a man; 4 women each day are reported beaten to death; 1 in 6 women will be sexually assulted in their lifetime; and college-age women are 4 times more likely to be sexually assaulted than any other demographic. Violence against women knows nothing about socio-economic, educational, racial or religious boundaries. So, what measures can be ta...ken to reduce these numbers? Women today are choosing to fight back!  In nearly every community you can now find instructional training for women that promotes security, safety, and self confidence from knowing how to defend yourself from the threat of attack.

But the fact most men are physically stronger than women means women need a more efficient way to protect themselves against violent crime. They need something powerful and easy to use so they can take down someone who is bigger and stronger than them. Carrying self defense devices are added insurance. At up to 20 million volts, these legal self defense Stun Guns for Women are the perfect answer.

In a bit of marketing stragety TASER International recently changed the popular C2 to the Taser Bolt.  No modifications were made to its unique slender design or knock down power, but the new Bolt will now only be offered in black.  This means that the 5 colors that were available with the Taser C2 will be discontinued.  Right now we have a few of the C2s stil in stock to choose from, but once they're gone we will be unable to order any more.  The new Taser Bolt is light weight, compact and easily fits in a

pocket or purse. The 15 foot cartridge allows for a safe distance between you and an attacker. When fired, the TASER Bolt will deliver a 30-second energy burst. During this 30-second window of opportunity while the attacker is incapacitated, you can set the unit down and get to safety.

The Bolt can also be used as a close proximity stun gun back up without the cartridge or after the cartridge has been fired. The high precision laser allows for greater accuracy. The low intensity light illuminates for better visibility so you can easily identify a target at night.

TASER Bolt's are powered by a replaceable lithium battery which provides over 50 firings. TASERs can be carried openly or concealed without a license.

Our new Vampire Repellent Pepper Spray comes infused with essence of garlic. A fusion of pepper and garlic might sound like a great addition to any Italian dish, but DO NOT use this spray in your fettuccine alfredo. Measuring in at 2 million scoville heat units, a direct shot of this hot concoction will cause the eyes and throat to swell up, making it hard to see and even harder to enjoy your pasta. The effects typically wear off in 45 minutes, which makes it a great way to ruin a dinner party, but also gives you plenty of time to give a stalker the slip.

Plus, it'll also coat your vampire friend with an identifying dye, making it easy for a slayer - or the authorities - to catch up with them later.

And here's the good news: it doesn't just work on vampires. It works on garden variety human creeps as well.

With a quick release keychain, a safety lock, and a touch of garlic, Vampire Repellent pepper spray is everything you need to safely deal with your vampire stalker.

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When you're being stalked by a vampire, you need a reliable way to defend yourself. Did you bring a stake? No? Buffy would be very disappointed in you.   Never mind though, because with this pepper spray, you can keep all the creepy Edward Cullens out there away from your throat.

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Taser is now offering the X26P to the consumer buying public. The newly improved single-shot X26P uses the same standard TASER cartridge as the X26C and includes new enhancements and safety features that integrate core elements of the Smart TASER platform from the TASER X2. "The new X26P will feel familiar to many law enforcement officers, combining the form factor and cartridge from the original X26C with improved ergonomics, weatherproofing, and updated Smart technology features," said CEO and founder Rick Smith. "Smart technology adds enhanced safety and performance, improved data and analytics together with superior quality, reliability and durability."

"The X26P is a result of 10 years of technological advancements and the 'TASER Experience,' incorporating the voice of our customers and their needs with our world class research and support teams. The voice of the customer is critical to our success and based on this feedback we know there is a continuing market need for a cost effective single-shot device similar to the X26C which does not require substantial new training or changing inventories of cartridges. We found in our testing that some of our customers wanted the feature-rich improvements from the X2, but delivered in the X26 form factor. The X26C was our most popular model but had not seen any major change in nearly a decade -- until now."

"The TASER X26P reaches back to the basics of what makes TASER great in the hands of officers. Details about every deployment can now be traced back to the unit, making the X26P easier to use and ultimately easier to trust," concluded Smith.

SMART TECHNOLOGY DETAILS:

•An all-digital, solid-state architecture using Charge Metering that measures and delivers the amount of electric charge to maximize both safety and effectiveness.

•Trilogy Logs that include Engineering and Event Logs that record every user action such as: safety activation; trigger duration with times, dates, battery life; and a pulse-by-pulse record of the charge output.

•Universal Smart Platform where the following are compatible with both the X26P and X2: TASER CAM HD recorder, high capacity Performance Power Magazine (PPM), Automatic Performance Power Magazine (APPM) with automatic 5-second cycle shutoff, and firmware updates over the internet.

•Like other Smart CEWs, the X26P integrates with EVIDENCE.com, which helps manage and analyze evidence data with best-in-class security and ease-of-use.

Quality and Reliability Improvements

•IPX2 rated weatherproofing to resist rain and humidity.
•The X26P is backed by TASER's world class warranty and customer support.
•A new and improved eXtended Performance Power Magazine (XPPM) that provides an extended grip on the handle and an improved location to store and protect an extra cartridge.

Cost Effective

•Upgraded battery performance using a highly improved power magazine that lasts twice as long as the battery used with the original X26.
•Upgrade and trade-in program available for current customers (www.TASER.com/upgrade)
•The X26P is priced at $849.95. A variety of power magazine options including TASER CAM HD, PPM, APPM, and XPPM are sold separately to allow

agencies to customize their device configuration.

To learn more about the new Taser X26P and buy online go to http://www.thecoverteye.com/TASER_X26P_Smart_Weapon

“As diligent and hardworking as campus police are, they cannot protect all the many people on campus at all time, so let those folks protect themselves.” State Representative Buzz Brockway plans to file a bill next week that would let students at least 18 years of age carry electroshock weapons on all of Georgia's public campuses. The bill, according to Brockway, was written after he discover...ed students are allowed to carry pepper spray on campus but not Tasers or stun-guns.

Many Georgia lawmakers are pushing for legislation that would permit students to carry handguns on campus but state law currently prohibits concealed handgun license holders from exercising their rights on school grounds. Most efforts to bring guns to campus have stalled at the capitol because university presidents oppose the idea. House Bill 544, which would allow anyone to carry guns on Georgia's public campuses, was introduced in 2015 but has not received a committee hearing.

“Students told me they were not allowed to carry pepper spray with them on campus. I thought this was strange so I did some research. I found they were mistaken, and they are allowed to possess pepper spray and similar chemically based protection items. However, several of the public colleges I examined in Georgia explicitly prohibited stun-guns and Tasers on campus. So I decided to introduce a bill to change that,” Brockway told Campus Reform.

Brockway added that he thinks campus police departments are not staffed well enough to account for all of the crimes on campus.

“What I hear from students, faculty, and other campus employees, especially folks at colleges and universities in the city of Atlanta, is a desire to protect themselves,” he said. “As diligent and hardworking as campus police are, they cannot protect all the many people on campus at all time, so let those folks protect themselves.”

Some state senators, however, have raised concerns about the safety of stun-guns. Senator Vincent Fort said Tasers in the hands of college students could lead to many accidental injuries. Brockway disagrees and thinks students who purchase stun-guns will be responsible enough to avoid injuries.

“Pepper spray is allowed and we don't see much misuse of those products on college campuses. I think the people who will choose to purchase electroshock weapons for their personal protection will act responsibly,” Brockway argued.

Unlike campus carry legislation, Brockway's bill would not require students to pass a background check before purchasing a stun-gun.

“As best I can tell, there is currently no requirement in Georgia law for screening or training before purchasing Tasers, stun guns or other electroshock weapons and my bill does not require those things either,” he said.

Taser International Inc. debuted its new updated consumer self-defense weapon Tuesday at a Las Vegas firearms conference. The Taser Pulse is a smaller, discreet sub-compact design so private citizens can carry the stun gun either in their pocket, purse or holster, said Taser spokesman Steve Tuttle.  “We realized that bulky is not good for consumers,” Tuttle said. “The original one was pretty big. This is meant to be carried around. If it's not small it becomes a nightstand device. We want it to fit in a pocket or purse with an intuitive design.

While Scottsdale-based Taser (Nasdaq: TASR) originally started selling to consumers and first started selling its Air Taser consumer model in 1994, a year after the company started, the Pulse is the first consumer upgrade since 2007, Tuttle said.

Taser began selling its stun guns to law enforcement in 1998 as demand grew, and now more than 18,000 law enforcement agencies in 107 countries use Tasers.

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Thieves targeting women who are alone, police say. After a series of muggings and car-jackings targeting women, police in Jackson, Mississippi, said Friday that women should arm themselves. "I wouldn't say packing, but I think they need some sort of weapon in order to protect themselves," Officer Colendula Green said. "A lot of friends of mine have tasers or (pepper) spray."

The Jackson Police Department is investigating six cases in the past month of carjacking, armed robbery and auto theft. The two to three thieves, who were either on foot or in a vehicle, are described as black men who are 16 to 20 years old, dressed in dark clothing and hooded shirts. At least one of them was armed during the incidents, police said.

A woman who lives at the Fondren Hills Apartments, where one of the attacks took place, said a friend sent her pepper spray so she could protect herself.

"I sent him the news, and he was worried, but he can't do anything because he's not from here. So he got me (pepper spray) from Amazon," she said.

Jackson police on Thursday issued an urgent warning to women who are alone to be aware of their surroundings when walking to or from their vehicle, along with the following advice:

• If you feel that you are being followed, call 911 immediately and report your location and description. Stay on the phone with the dispatcher in a well-illuminated area until an officer arrives.

• Avoid dark and isolated areas while alone. If possible, travel with others during nighttime hours.

• Report any suspicious activity.

• Avoid distractions, (e.g. cellphones and loud music) while traveling or walking to or away from your vehicle.

• Avoid the display of items that could be attractive to suspects.

"Also, if they have their keys in their hand, if they're approached by a perpetrator, or something like that, they can use their keys as a weapon," Green said.

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Colbert said that Palin knows that, "when doing a reunion tour," you need to bring out your hits. He showed a clip of Palin talking about Obama and his "hopey changey" stuff and "drill baby drill." Coming back from the clip, Colbert is cheering and holding up a lit lighter, like he is at a rock and roll concert. He says that Palin has not missed a step in her time away from the campaign trail. He compares her to Michael Jordan in the playoffs calling her "unconscious."

If you want to defend yourself, but don't want to carry a firearm, TASER (which, amusingly, stands for Thomas A. Swift's Electric Rifle) thinks it has the answer: it's called the Pulse and it's a new, subcompact self-defense weapon meant for easy concealed carry. About the size of a carry-focused handgun, the Pulse uses the same electrical tech as TASER's police-focused weapons, but without expensive law enforcem...ent-focused add-ons like data logs, charge metering, and an on-board camera. It starts at $399, and includes an on-board laser sight and flashlight.

It includes some nice features to make things easier for concealed carry, including shaved safeties, angled sights, and an angled trigger guard to keep sharp edges from snagging upon draw or reholster, and a user-replaceable battery. TASER says a dozen brand-name holster manufacturers will be releasing holsters designed for it, too.

The $400 price puts it in the same ballpark as some of the more affordable subcompact, concealed-carry firearms, like the Walther PK380 and the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380, but you can buy the new Pulse today online at our everyday low price of only $379. Just head over to http://www.thecoverteye.com/Taser_Pulse

Having recently attended a self defense course for women, my wife  learned how very important it is to pay attention to your surroundings. This is almost the golden rule of self defense. Along with being alert it ...is not a bad idea to explore different options in self defense products that offer an additional level of protection. The most popular of these items are Tasers, stun guns, and pepper spray.

Tasers are a popular choice for several reasons. One of the big advantages of a Taser is that they can be used from a distance; generally the maximum distance for civilian models is around 15 feet. Another bonus that a Taser offers is that it can be used in a similar fashion as a stun gun, with direct contact. Finally, Tasers have become much easier to carry as they have become smaller and more user friendly over the years

Right now, the latest and greatest Taser on the market is the Taser C2. This Taser has many options that have not been available before. There are more choices when it comes to how long a pulse is, or how long the electric current is going. The C2 gives the user more control.

Sometimes even a reminder about common-sense ways to stay safe is all you may need.

Keep yourself out of dangerous situations. That small voice inside is worth listening too. Many women who have been victims of an assault later stated that they felt something was just not right. Be smart, find something you are comfortable carrying and using, and most of all, be prepared to defend yourself.

To learn more about the C2 and personal Tasers for women, go to

Editor's note: Martha Salomaa, an Alabama teacher, shot an intruder who broke into her house in August 2012. She says criminals have a plan and you should too!  (CNN) -- I'm a light sleeper, so when sudden cracking of wood and clashing of metal echoed through my home before dawn on August 14, 2012, my feet were immediately on the bedroom floor.  I ran into the family room believing that a recently adopted stray cat must have knocked something off a table. What I found was a man dressed only in boxer shorts standing between me and the hall that goes to my daughters'

bedrooms. I yelled at the man, and when he turned to face me, his eyes were flat, vacant, dead. A mother knows when her children are in danger, and I knew.

 Read More: http://www.cnn.com/2014/11/17/opinion/salomaa-guns-problems-solutions/index.html?hpt=hp_c2

Regardless of where you stand on gun control in this country, violent crimes happen, and it can happen to you! Do you have a plan? The Covert Eye has been dedicated in providing safety and security products to families like yours since 2008. Whether it be home alarms, security cameras, or a non-lethal weapon such as a Taser, stun gun or pepper spray, we have the right item to fit any plan or budget. http:/www.thecoverteye.com

Women buying stun guns, pepper spray or protection sticks called Kubotans is nothing new, but how they're being sold is. Maria van Rossum is one of 20 active sales representatives i...n Las Vegas for Idaho-based Damsel in Defense, the women's self-defense version of Tupperware, Avon and Mary Kay that's growing since its founding three years ago. It has more than 7,000 reps nationwide. “The reality is one of five women will be sexually assaulted in their lifetime,” said Mindy Lin, co-founder of the company with Bethany Hughes, both victims of a sexual assault. “It's very personal to both of us but makes us passionate in the sense that the statistics are so high. We both have daughters, and we want to make a difference with women in their ability to prepare themselves and arm themselves.”

Read More:  http://www.reviewjournal.com/business/home-sales-stun-guns-pepper-spray-grow-popularity

COLDWATER — The violent arrest of Shaun Snyder, 32, on Monday in the Coldwater McDonald's parking lot witnessed by employees and members of the public has caused some concern.

According to the probable cause affidavit and police report, Michigan State Police troopers pulled over the 2000 Pontiac Grand Am Snyder was driving he did was not wearing his seat belt.

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http://www.thedailyreporter.com/article/20140719/News/140719057

Lockport Union-Sun & Journal — Pepper spray was used to subdue a Lockport woman who was charged with resisting arrest after the car she was riding in was pulled over on Main Street early Friday morning, Lockport Police said.

According to police, the vehicle was pulled over for a traffic infraction just after 1 a.m. Friday. The driver, Jacob Starcher, showed possible signs of intoxication, according to the arrest report. During the course of the investigation, Connie Starcher, who also appeared to be intoxicated, became belligerent and uncooperative toward police. When police tried to take her into custody, pepper spray had to be used to subdue her, police said.

http://www.lockportjournal.com/archives/pepper-spray-used-in-resisting-incident/article_ab4a4f52-2d18-5c44-b45c-4f6667755627.html

If you're like me you miss the old days of air travel, when going from the ticket counter to your departing gate didn't include long check lines, strip searches and x-ray machines. It seems the list of what you can and can't take with you on the plane is growing, or at least changing every couple of months or so. Small penknives used to be banned, then the TSA said they were ok. Now airline flight attendants are seeking to have them banned again. Can I take aboard 4ozs of hand sanitizer in a plastic bottle, or am I reduced to only 2ozs now? Am I allowed to pass through with my bottle of Pepsi, or do

I have to trash it and buy another after passing through security?  Of course some things should be obvious to most people.  Guns, for instance, will get you stopped every time, and likely a trip downtown by Federal officers.  Trying to sneak aboard with any kind of illegal drugs is also a no-brainer.  Surprisingly, there are many people out there who seem to be clueless as to what the TSA is looking for and what will get them yanked out of line and into a holding cell. If its sharp, pointed, and could be even remotely considered a weapon, leave it home.  And, yes, Ninja Throwing Stars are considered a weapon, as one poor schmuck found out trying to leave Las Vegas. 

Announced by Taser this past April, the new Taser X2 is similar in size to its flagship product, the Taser X26, but provides police greater performance and is more effective, said a spokesman for the Scottsdale, Arizona company.

National law enforcement statistics tell us that more than 1.3 million crimes are committed every year. Don't be a victim to a carjacking, forcible rape, aggravated assault or robbery and don't become a statistic. If you have knowledge of self-defense or carry a self-defense device, you have the additional tools to prevent an attack, or free yourself, should it happen.

A lot of people prefer buying online self-defense products, as they feel that the websites have more in-depth information about the various products. Some sites are experts in self-defense and feature blogs and discussion forums where many people can interact and ask questions, share experiences or receive additional information.

Online self-defense portals provide a variety of non-lethal self defense products, either for the home or to carry with you. The best sites also suggests books and videos, offer free articles and e-mail newsletters which will assist you in learning more and more about this vital subject.

When you are generally uncomfortable going to a local store for your personal safety devices, online self-defense websites are a good answer. These sites will carry all types of personal safety items -- stun guns, TASER™ devices and pepper sprays, for example. Today's technology allows these products to fit into a pocket or purse, and work effectively in stopping an attack.

Crime statistics show that self-defense protection is needed at home as well as away. FBI crime figures show that a burglary takes place in an apartment, condominium or a house once every 15 seconds. In many shocking cases, somebody is at home at the time but did not hear the intruder until it was too late. Numerous home safety products can help.

There is often a much more extensive collection of online self defense products than there are in traditional brick and mortar retail stores. Apart from conventional home security services such as window and door alarms and motion detectors, other methods are available to protect your home. Door braces,  fake TVs, Safety Beams and electronic dog alarms are examples. An extensive selection of products for the home or to carry with you make it affordable and sensible for everyone to protect their own personal safety.

Look for a Web store, like THE COVERT EYE, that specialize when you are shopping online for self-defense devices. For example, we carry a full line of Mace, Wildfire, Tornando, Streetwise, and Pepper Shot Pepper Sprays, along with several types of animal repellents, as well as non-leathal self defense weapons from makers like Taser, Stun Master, Z-Force, Streetwise, Runt, and many others. Additionally, we will often be able to advise you which items are legal for your particular state.

most other stun guns, according to the Pentagon, is that it could theoretically be built as a wireless system, and have a longer lasting effect

Taser International, the leader in stunning devices, makes a line of incapacitating weapons that typically work with darts attached to wires, or by placing the weapon in direct contact with a person. Though there is a wireless version of a Taser, called the eXtended Range Electronic Projectile, which works from a shotgun, nanosecond electrical pulses offer the possibility of shrinking the size of the non-lethal round further, making the weapon more portable than current stun guns.

Carrying a Taser or Stun Gun is an excellent way to provide protection for yourself and your family, but it also comes with a certain amount of responsibility. Use it only in a manner consistent with the law, and take care to safeguard your device so it doesn't become lost or stolen. 

In 2009, there were over 270,000 reported cases of rape or sexual assault against women in the U.S. Unlike our stereotype image of these victims, abuse against women happens to the wealthy, educated, and even soccer moms. In the United States, every twelve to eight seconds a woman is beaten by a man; four women each day are reported beaten to death; 1 in 6 women will be sexually assulted in their lifetime; and college-age women are 4 times more likely to be sexually assulted than any other demographic.  Violence against women knows nothing about socio-economic, educational, racial or religious boundaries.  While we have certainly made great strides towards a more equitable, just society for everyone, we still have a long way to go before we can say we have truly overcome our violent behavior.

So, what measures can be taken to reduce these numbers?  If we remember our medieval history of the world, there were valiant knights who saved damsels in distress.  Remember King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table?  In today's world a woman gets molested and harassed domestically as well as in the workplace, and these issues go without any notice.  Abuse against women even takes place right in public places.  We feel sorry for the poor lady, but we just go on with our lives.  Where have all those knights gone?