Which of the following is an example of a non-lethal force option?

A non-lethal force option is designed to incapacitate or control a subject without causing permanent injury or death. The use of a Taser or pepper spray falls under this category as these tools are intended to temporarily incapacitate a person, allowing law enforcement to gain control without resorting to lethal means. Tasers deliver an electric shock that disrupts voluntary muscle control, while pepper spray causes temporary blindness and respiratory distress but is non-lethal.

Other choices involve tools or methods that can result in significant injury or death under certain circumstances. Firearms are lethal force options that can cause serious injury or death. Batons, while less lethal, can still lead to severe injury depending on how they are used. Physical restraint is also non-lethal, but it primarily relies on manpower and technique rather than an instrument designed to incapacitate. Therefore, the Taser or pepper spray are uniquely positioned as specifically designed non-lethal options.