A non-lethal projectile and a method of igniting the same are provided. A
propulsion charge acts on a base portion of a casing of the projectile and
is ignitible from a launcher for launching the projectile therefrom. An
initiator is disposed in the casing, with a combination timing and firing
mechanism that is also disposed in the casing initiating the initiator. A
dispersal charge is disposed in the casing and is ignitable by the
initiator. Such dispersal charge is electronic subsequent to launching the
projecting and prior to the projectile reaching a target area.