This came up in a Protection Order hearing, and there was some initial confusion as to which type of weapon was being discussed. Mace or a mace?
Mace is a brand name of pepper spray or tear gas, a product commonly sold for self-defense.
For more information, visit the Mace brand website here.
Translations
Spanish – Since Mace is a brand name, it can be left as is. Alternatively, gas lacrimógeno or gas pimienta can be used.
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A mace is a a weapon with a heavy head and spikes, which can be used to bludgeon a person.
Translations
Spanish – maza
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