Under what condition can tire deflating devices be deployed?

The deployment of tire deflating devices is particularly effective on vehicles with four or more tires, primarily because these devices are specifically designed to incapacitate standard motor vehicles that typically have this configuration. Vehicles with four or more tires generally have more stability and are more challenging to control if one or more tires are deflated, making the use of such devices appropriate in those cases.

On the other hand, using these devices on a motorcycle or other two-wheeled vehicles may not yield the same effectiveness since the impact would not immobilize the vehicle to the same extent, and would potentially lead to loss of control for the rider. Additionally, deploying tire deflating devices indiscriminately, such as on any type of vehicle or whenever an officer deems it appropriate without consideration for these factors, can create unsafe situations and is not aligned with the best practices for police operations. Thus, the condition of having four or more tires ensures that the use of tire deflation devices is both strategic and safe.