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Use of Force in Jails

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Sonoma, CA

This class is designed to assist Jail Command Staff, Supervisors, and Tactical/SRT team leaders and members in the use of force.

Instructors will discuss the latest legal developments in the use of force including a review of the Kingsley case with an emphasis on pre-trial detainees. Recent court cases from around the nation involving the use of force will be reviewed.

The growing concerns concerning the use of force on offenders who have mental health issues and the importance of the integration of medical/mental health staff in this process will be covered.

Examples of best practices for After Action Reviews of uses of force will also be discussed during this event.

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Use of force Corrections
Date Created: February 3, 2021