Spikes can be added to shields and armour to produce dangerous weapons. The use of spiked shields or spiked armour amounts to excessive force or cruel or inhuman treatment, possibly amounting to torture, as they cannot be used without inflicting excessive and unnecessary pain. The manufacture, trade and use of this equipment should be prohibited.
The use of spiked shields or spiked armour amounts to excessive force or cruel or inhuman treatment, possibly amounting to torture, as they cannot be used without inflicting excessive and unnecessary pain.
Their use fulfils no legitimate law enforcement purpose.