De-escalation Tactics in Law Enforcement

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Who is authorized to carry the CEW system?

Each department head

Any law enforcement officer

Any personnel within the agency

Only sworn personnel who are trained and certified (correct)

Under what circumstances should CEWs be utilized?

When attempting to control a violent situation

Whenever deemed necessary by the officer

During routine patrols

When other means of control are not suitable or have failed (correct)

Who is responsible for removing probes after a CEW deployment?

Officer who deployed the CEW

Training Unit only

Law Enforcement and Corrections deputies deploying the CEW (correct)

Medical personnel in the detention center

Under what condition must photographs be taken after probe removal from a soft body tissue area?

If the probes hit the face, neck, genitalia, or female breast area Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to remove CEW probes in the detention center?

Medical personnel Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for downloading data from a CEW after deployment?

Training Unit only Signup and view all the answers

What components from a CEW deployment need to be submitted into Evidence?

Probes, wires, cartridges, etc. Signup and view all the answers

Who should make the decision if a subject needs to be transported to a medical facility after a CEW deployment?

Contracted medical personnel Signup and view all the answers

In the Response to Resistance Wheel, what level describes a subject who makes overt, hostile, attacking movements with the intent to cause death or great bodily harm?

Level 6 Aggravated Physical Signup and view all the answers

Which level of resistance involves a subject making physically evasive movements to evade control?

Level 4 Active Physical Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate level of response for a subject who refuses to comply or respond without attempting physical resistance?

Level 3 Passive Resistance Signup and view all the answers

Which response option is described as involving force that is likely to cause death?

Lethal Force Option Signup and view all the answers

What does Level 2 of resistance primarily involve?

Verbal non-compliance Signup and view all the answers

Which resistance level describes a subject making hostile, attacking movements that are not likely to cause death or great bodily harm?

Level 5 Aggressive Physical Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Level 1 of resistance?

Subject responds to commands Signup and view all the answers

When a subject verbally refuses to comply with requests or control attempts, they would fall under which resistance level?

Level 2 Verbal non-compliance Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action a deputy must take after someone has been sprayed with Aerosol Defense Spray?

Move the subject to fresh air Signup and view all the answers

When a subject is sprayed with Aerosol Defense Spray, what should the deputy do to provide decontamination?

Flush eyes and skin with water Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reading the Administrative Warning to a sprayed subject?

Inform them of their rights Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a deputy after the use of less-lethal force, intermediate weapons, or physical force?

Notify their supervisor immediately Signup and view all the answers

What action must be taken in cases of minor injuries where the subject will be arrested?

Transport the subject to the appropriate medical facility Signup and view all the answers

What reports need to be completed on all incidents as required by policy?

General Offense / Incident Report and BlueTeam Entry Signup and view all the answers

What should a deputy do in the event a subject is sprayed with Aerosol Defense Spray but circumstances do not permit immediate decontamination?

Flush eyes and skin as soon as possible Signup and view all the answers

When can a deputy transport a subject to a medical facility before incarceration?

In cases of minor injuries Signup and view all the answers

What should deputies do if time permits and the situation is safe under the totality of circumstances?

Consider an individual's incapacities Signup and view all the answers

When deputies encounter an individual who fails to comply with their commands, what factor should they consider if feasible?

Medical condition Signup and view all the answers

During the use of force, what must deputies continually assess?

Effectiveness, reasonableness, and necessity of their actions Signup and view all the answers

What is the key consideration for the use of force in any situation according to the text?

Force must be both reasonable and necessary Signup and view all the answers

In what situations should deputies consider whether specific techniques or resources could help resolve the situation without force?

When encountering individuals with various incapacities Signup and view all the answers

What should deputies do as a situation changes according to the text?

Continue to respond reasonably and reassess the circumstances Signup and view all the answers

When using force, what should deputies take into account besides training and de-escalation processes?

The manner in which force should be used Signup and view all the answers

What should deputies consider related to an individual's non-compliance?

Whether non-compliance could be due to factors beyond the individual's control Signup and view all the answers

When should the response to resistance information be documented in the BlueTeam database?

Whenever a deputy takes an action that results in an injury or death Signup and view all the answers

According to the guidelines, who is responsible for completing the BlueTeam entry for a response to resistance incident?

The supervisor on duty during the incident Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance is it required to complete a General Offense / Incident Report according to the guidelines?

When a deputy utilizes force, regardless of the number of deputies involved Signup and view all the answers

What documentation should be attached electronically to the BlueTeam data entry?

Videos / photos, Offense / Incident report, Witness Statements Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance should a Response to Resistance BlueTeam data entry report be documented?

Whenever any force is utilized, excluding routine handcuffing Signup and view all the answers

Who should initiate the Response to Resistance BlueTeam entry during the same shift an incident occurs?

The on-duty supervisor Signup and view all the answers

When is it required to complete a General Offense / Incident Report if multiple deputies utilize force for the same incident?

Only one General Offense / Incident Report is required Signup and view all the answers

What action triggers the completion of a General Offense / Incident Report according to the guidelines?

Alleged application of any force resulting in injury or death Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Response to Resistance Documentation

Response to resistance information must be documented in the General Offense Incident narrative and the BlueTeam database in the following situations:
A deputy takes an action resulting in injury or death
A deputy discharges a firearm (not for training or recreational purposes)
A deputy applies force using lethal or intermediate weapons
A deputy applies weaponless physical force
When utilizing force, a General Offense/Incident Report must be completed by the deputy using force
If multiple deputies use force, only one report is required
The supervisor is responsible for completing the BlueTeam entry and ensuring it is initiated during the same shift as the incident

CEW Usage

CEWs are only used when lesser means of control have failed or are not appropriate
CEWs must be used consistently with training and manufacturer guidelines
Law enforcement and corrections deputies deploying CEWs are responsible for removing probes, with exceptions for soft body tissue areas
Photographs must be taken of the impact site before and after probe removal

Response to Resistance Levels

Level 6: Aggravated Physical - subject makes overt, hostile movements with intent to cause death or great bodily harm
Level 5: Aggressive Physical - subject makes overt, hostile movements that may cause injury but not death or great bodily harm
Level 4: Active Physical - subject makes physically evasive movements to defeat control
Level 3: Passive Resistance - subject refuses to comply or respond
Level 2: Verbal Non-Compliance - subject verbally refuses to comply with requests
Level 1: Compliance - subject responds to commands

Response Options

Lethal Force Option - force likely to cause death and not merely serious bodily harm
Aerosol Defense Spray - deputy must move the subject to fresh air, flush eyes and skin with water, and read the O.C. Administrative Warning to the subject

Deputy Responsibility

Deputies must immediately notify their supervisor and render appropriate medical aid in the event of less-lethal force or physical force use
Deputies must consider an individual's mental, physical, or other incapacities when using de-escalation tactics

De-Escalation

Deputies should attempt to use de-escalation tactics when safe and time permits to reduce the need for force
Deputies must consider factors beyond an individual's control, such as medical conditions, mental impairments, or language barriers
Deputies must continually assess the effectiveness, reasonableness, and necessity of their actions while using force

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Learn about the importance of using de-escalation tactics by law enforcement officers to reduce the need for force. Understand the considerations for individuals with mental, physical, or other incapacities when interacting with deputies.