Billy Club is a term used to describe a variety of blunt weapons, such as a BATON, NIGHTSTICK, or CUDGEL. A BATON is a short stick made of wood or metal, often used by law enforcement officers to control crowds or subdue suspects. A NIGHTSTICK is a longer, thicker version of a BATON, usually made of wood and used by police officers to restrain suspects. A CUDGEL is a short, thick club made of wood, typically used for self-defense. All three of these weapons are commonly referred to as a Billy Club.