leg-irons
leg irons are chains locked to the ankles to prevent running while permitting walking. the hyphen in leg-irons is optional. other names for leg irons are leg cuffs, shackles, ankle irons. “leg cuff” is a new invention with its basis in “handcuff”, though a more accurate -n-logy would call leg irons “footcuffs”. “shackle” is also a general term that applies to many u-shaped pieces of metal that have a pin or bolt across the opening.
since the prisoner had run from policemen before, they restrained him in leg-irons as well as cuffing his hands behind his back.
defendants may not appear in court in leg-irons where juries can see them unless the presiding judge finds it necessary.
in preparing a detainee for the humane restraint chair, the person will be in handcuffs and leg-irons when appropriate.
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