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Laser Weapons: An Emerging Threat

Laser and beam weapons have been the stuff of science fiction lore for many years. Good science fiction, however, is based on some kind of science fact and, if done properly, will become less implausible over time. This now is occurring with lasers-both when used in an improvised weaponry role and when produced as dedicated laser weapons.1

Military entities have debated the implications of a shift to laser and other forms of directed energy weaponry for quite some time. In today's world of terrorist plots and increasingly violent criminals, the law enforcement community must become aware of this development as well. While most information on the topic has been military in nature, a growing ...

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