I was a cop for 32 years and used pepper spray, Mace, and tear gas. Of all of them Pepper Spray is the one I hated the most. 9 times out of ten you get hit with what ever you use. That's why all cops must get sprayed during training. So you know what to do when you use it and get sprayed. I don't recommend you spray yourself, but it will come as a big surprise if you use it and get some on your face.
If you use it try to spray right at a suspects face. Pepper spray does no go on any other parts of the body. Mace is able to vaporize and affects people even on the chest or hair. Try not to spray into the wind. Make sure you know which side of the container has the nozzle. I've seen people use it and get confused and spray themselves or others they did not intend to spray. It has no effect on about 3-5% of the population. Has to do with their tear glands and other issues with their oily skin. About 10-15% of people on drugs or alcohol are only slightly effected and the spray will not stop them at all.
Carry a cell phone, call 911 and try not to get yourself into a situation that allows you to be a victim. As far as carrying a gun . Very dangerous proposition. Many legal and civil problems. I have carried a gun all my adult life. Still if you are not well trained and very efficient with it I don't recommend you carry. Just because you can get a permit to do it does not mean it's a good idea for everyone. Even displaying it at the wrong time can get you arrested, jailed and sued civilly.
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