Use of Force
The Use of Force topic provides news, information and training on one of the most commonly discussed areas in police training programs. Learn how to educate your community about use of force, the risks unarmed individuals pose and more.
The issue of use of force and public cooperation are inexorably linked
We must address some critical issues of grave importance to the survival of our honorable profession
In the years since the Supreme Court’s decision, some people – including many criminal defense attorneys – have suggested officers be held to a different standard
It’s not clear what that video might have shown, but the accusation of tampering has fueled the anger of protesters
Police said they made four arrests and one officer suffered a dislocated shoulder
Those who died Friday include two civilians and one police officer from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Hundreds of protesters chanted “16 shots! 16 shots!” and stopped traffic for blocks to express their anger
A report by the Washington Post found that in most officer-involved shootings, officers returned fire in self-defense
The shooting occurred after a Nitro police officer attempted to a driver with one headlight
Democratic candidates are more unified in their embrace of the Black Lives Matter movement
The initiative comes at a time of extreme distrust between citizens, especially young African-Americans, and police
In the city, protest groups are expected to stage more demonstrations in the days ahead
Police say that a beanbag gun and a stun gun had minimal effect on the man
The video shows the teenager armed with a small knife and walking away
Man has bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, split personalities and a drug addiction and was previously charged with assaulting a cop
It’s not exactly a return to normal, but it’s an improvement
The officers were cleared in a criminal trial last year
Protesters have been calling for investigators to release video of the shooting
Using cover can save your life, so you owe it to yourself to be well-trained in its use
Insurers for the municipalities paid the bulk of the settlements
Public agencies in Washington are required by law to produce records unless they cite a valid exemption
A key issue during their visit will be whether authorities should release to the public videos of the fatal shooting
The police union has said the man was shot after reaching for an officer’s gun
The man confronted the officer with a large knife and another sharp object
The fatal shooting of a man by a Minneapolis police officer has prompted unrest in the city
A video posted on social media appeared to show the man swinging a sword while walking on a staircase
Adequately preparing officers for field application of control tactics is a vital component of successful training
According to the report, there is some confusion among the public about the technology
The suspect fired a total of ten rounds at the deputy, striking him once in the chest
The jurors found the officer guilty of assault with intent to do great bodily harm
Police have refused to release the footage, but a judge may order them to do so in response to a public records request
Squad cars also received significant damages, a police spokesperson said
