12.545 Use of Force Policy Quiz
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What is the reporting requirement when deploying a police canine without a bite?

  • 18C (correct)
  • 18A
  • 18B
  • F34

    • Which report must be completed after utilizing 'hard hands' with a subject who is injured?

  • Form 18I (correct)
  • Form 18NC
  • 18TBFP
  • Form 18A

    • What should an officer do if they use 'hard hands' resulting in no injury?

  • Report directly to internal affairs for investigation.
  • File Form 18A only if injuries occur.
  • Notify a supervisor, who will complete Form 18NC documenting the resistance. (correct)
  • Notify the prosecutor.

    • What is required in the narrative of Form 18I when reporting hard hands use of force with injury?

    <p>A description of the events that led to the use of force.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it necessary for an officer to notify a supervisor regarding the use of force?

    <p>After any use of force, hard hands and above.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of 'Actively Resisting Arrest'?

    <p>Making physically evasive movements to avoid being taken into custody.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes choking holds in the context of use of force?

    <p>The use of choke holds is prohibited unless deadly force is warranted by law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'De-escalation' refer to in police use of force protocols?

    <p>Employing non-confrontational skills to stabilize a person in crisis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be considered when determining 'Deadly Force'?

    <p>Force likely to cause, or capable of causing, death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which procedure addresses the handling of incidents involving juvenile detainees?

    <p>Procedure 12.905</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Crowd Management as defined in the protocols?

    <p>Overseeing and facilitating the activities of an assembled group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what scenario can choke holds be justified according to department policy?

    <p>When the use of deadly force is permissible by law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the procedure 12.170 specifically address?

    <p>Civil disturbance operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required before deploying crowd control devices such as the beanbag shotgun or the PepperBall launcher?

    <p>Authorization by a command officer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario can an officer deploy chemical irritants without prior verbal notice?

    <p>If there is a potential danger to the officer or others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many PR-24 batons are stored in each district's CDOP Van?

    <p>20</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes 'active resistance' by a subject according to use of force protocols?

    <p>Using physically evasive movements to avoid control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If demonstrators have the legal right to be and are conducting themselves in a non-violent and lawful manner, an officer cannot make their conduct criminal by what?

    <p>Ordering them to disperse and arresting them if they refuse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must command officers do before crowd control devices are deployed? Unless it would present a danger to officers or others.

    <p>Give verbal notice of deployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the use of force continuum?

    <p>It allows for flexible response depending on the scenario</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action may indicate that a subject poses an imminent risk of violence?

    <p>Assuming a fighting stance or verbally threatening assault</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason officers should use de-escalation techniques?

    <p>To gain voluntary compliance by a subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it acceptable for an officer to use physical strikes?

    <p>When the suspect engages in aggressive physical resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an officer do if they witness another officer using excessive force?

    <p>Stop, prevent, and report the use of excessive force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for investigating use of force incidents?

    <p>A supervisor of at least the next higher rank</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What amount of force are officers authorized to use to effect an arrest?

    <p>Whatever force is reasonably necessary to effect the arrest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario is a subject spitting on an officer classified?

    <p>As a criminal offense only unless other actions are involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected officer behavior when control of a situation is required?

    <p>Attempt control through advice, delay, warnings, and persuasion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if an officer uses excessive force?

    <p>They may face discipline, criminal prosecution, and civil liability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'Serious Use of Force' in the context of police procedures?

    <p>Actions involving critical firearm discharge or serious injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately defines 'Self-Defense' as per police use of force protocols?

    <p>The act of protecting oneself or another from physical harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Fourth Amendment, how is the use of force judged?

    <p>Based on Objective Reasonableness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a 'Serious Injury' in police use of force protocols?

    <p>Physical harm that poses substantial risk of death or incapacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Original Documents' refer to in police procedure?

    <p>Any photographs, DVR discs, documents that are handwritten or with an original signature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary before deploying any crowd control devices?

    <p>A command officer's authorization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can an officer use chemical irritants without prior warning?

    <p>If it would present a danger to the officer or others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What principle guides police officers when making arrests or investigatory stops?

    <p>Some degree of physical coercion is permissible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios represents 'active resistance' by a subject?

    <p>A subject physically braces against an officer's attempt to control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is implied by 'Objective Reasonableness' in the use of force context?

    <p>A careful balancing of the intrusion on rights and governmental interests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What overarching value does the Cincinnati Police Department emphasize?

    <p>Respect for human life and constitutional rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation can officers not order demonstrators to disperse?

    <p>When they are in a legal location and acting lawfully.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which device is permitted for area saturation during crowd control?

    <p>PepperBall launcher.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an officer ensure when using either the beanbag shotgun or the PepperBall launcher?

    <p>They will not strike individuals who pose no threat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the use of force continuum indicate about force situations?

    <p>Situations may vary and require adaptation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action does not constitute a threat of assault by a subject?

    <p>Fleeing from the officers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the appropriate uses of a drive stun?

    <p>For self-defense or defense of another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers avoid when deploying a CEW?

    <p>Firing the CEW near flammable materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can additional discharges of a CEW on the same subject be made?

    <p>If it is safe and the subject is able but failing to comply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a proper technique to use alongside a CEW to minimize struggle duration?

    <p>Employing physical restraint techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for officers to assess during a CEW discharge?

    <p>The subject's compliance and ability to comply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which formulation should be used in conjunction with a CEW?

    <p>A non-flammable chemical irritant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if multiple CEW deployments fail to gain compliance?

    <p>Switch to a different force option</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are officers advised to do when a subject has been sprayed with a chemical irritant by an outside agency or private citizen?

    <p>Avoid deploying a CEW on them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action requires immediate supervisory investigation due to its potential for serious injury?

    <p>Use of a carotid/choke hold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required after a canine deployment that results in a bite?

    <p>A supervisory investigation including multiple witness statements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios necessitates a response from the CIS?

    <p>A police shooting that results in a fatality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of statement is required after the use of chemical irritants when the subject is already handcuffed?

    <p>Digitally recorded statements are required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which officer is not allowed to investigate their own use of force?

    <p>The officer who ordered the use of force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a reportable incident that requires immediate notification of the officer in charge?

    <p>All serious injuries or death caused by an officer's actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following would not trigger the investigative response from IIS due to a serious injury?

    <p>Judge's order denying bail to non-compliant individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the digital audio recording requirements is true?

    <p>Statements must be recorded if force was used after handcuffing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    CIRB Criteria - Firearms Discharge, All Shots fired by Department employees except:

    <p>Discharge at animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the CIRB serve during the incident review process?

    <p>Suggest improvements in investigative protocols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary component of the final report prepared by the coordinator for the Police Chief?

    <p>Summary of all relevant evidence and findings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors does the board assess regarding the use of force during an encounter?

    <p>Consistency with Department policy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What authority does the Police Chief have regarding the timeline of incident reviews?

    <p>Extend established timelines for extenuating circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT a part of the investigative format conducted by the CIRB?

    <p>Determining guilt or innocence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criterion does the chairperson of the CIRB consider when determining the relevance of evidence?

    <p>Reliability without regard for formal rules of evidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the purpose of the CIRB within the context of police investigations?

    <p>To serve as a quality control mechanism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific information must be included in a digitally recorded interview after a use of force incident?

    <p>Date, time, location, identity of the person interviewed, and explanation of events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step an investigating supervisor should take regarding involved officers' footage?

    <p>Review and categorize Body Worn Camera footage for retention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Upon conclusion of an interview, what must the interviewer state?

    <p>The time and conclusion of the interview along with identities involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the investigating supervisor responsible for when examining a subject?

    <p>Ensure necessary medical attention is secured and assess injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a requirement when performing a digitally recorded interview?

    <p>Asking leading or suggestive questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an investigating supervisor do while examining the subject of a use of force incident?

    <p>Take detailed photographs of any injuries or claimed injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a use of force subject is hospitalized, what is the role of a supervisor?

    <p>To obtain permission to view the subject and assess injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for the integrity of the Use of Force Investigation Case?

    <p>All necessary digital recordings and photographs must be attached to the case</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the treating physician cannot disclose the diagnosis of the subject's injuries?

    <p>The supervisor will note it in the report.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action must be taken if the arrested person refuses to sign the release for medical records?

    <p>Notate the refusal and attach it to the investigation case.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the officer do immediately if the arrested individual is seriously injured or admitted to a hospital?

    <p>Notify the district/section/unit commander and other relevant officers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes an appropriate reason for the Homicide Unit and IIS to conduct an investigation?

    <p>If serious injury results from the use of force.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which report must be completed if the use of force results in serious injury?

    <p>The Axon Standards Investigation Report</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstance are notifications to command not required when the arrested is admitted to a hospital?

    <p>When the arrested is admitted for psychiatric evaluation only.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done while interviewing the treating physician regarding the diagnosis?

    <p>Use a digital recorder only if permitted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the district/section/unit commander do in the absence of an IIS investigator?

    <p>Coordinate the investigation process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be included in the Form 18TBFP case after deploying a CEW?

    <p>The firing log from the CEW deployment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario requires filing a Form 18A?

    <p>Discharging a CEW at an animal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should be taken when reviewing the Form 18TBFP by the district/section/unit commander?

    <p>Evaluate the initial contact and record findings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a CEW probe contact location be noted as an injury?

    <p>If it is embedded in soft body tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following units should be notified when documenting the Form 18TBFP?

    <p>Patrol Bureau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required when work flowing the Form 18TBFP?

    <p>Attach any original documents and recordings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an officer do in the event of an accidental discharge of a CEW?

    <p>Complete a Form 17 and route through the chain of command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT required to be reported on the Form 18TBFP regarding CEW use?

    <p>Specific details about the subject's prior encounters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required if a video disc cannot be uploaded to the Use of Force Case in Evidence.com due to its size?

    <p>Create a hard copy Use of Force Case Jacket.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action best describes 'Ceased All Movement' by a subject?

    <p>Subject abruptly stops all movement after receiving verbal commands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement when completing the Form 18F Investigation Report?

    <p>All applicable blocks in the defined categories must be completed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Resistive Tension' behavior entail?

    <p>The subject's body becomes rigid to prevent control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these actions may indicate that a subject is engaging in 'Conspicuously Ignoring' behavior?

    <p>The subject attempts to leave the area without acknowledging the officer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the Assistant Police Chief and the Night Chief / Duty Officer be notified regarding use of force?

    <p>If the arrested individual remains at the hospital for observation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may signal that a subject is preparing to resist arrest?

    <p>The subject fails to comply and their body language indicates tension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the investigating supervisor do if documentation can be successfully uploaded to Evidence.com?

    <p>No hard copy Case Jacket is necessary if all documentation is digital.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crowd control?

    <p>The use of police action to stop the activities of persons assembled.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Crowd Management?

    <p>The observing, monitoring, and facilitating the activities of person assembled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 40mm marking round leaves what color on a target when struck?

    <p>Green</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What rank is the only exception when there is no higher rank working?

    <p>Lieutenant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can an officer initiate the use of force or chemical irritant against crowds or group of individuals?

    <p>When reasonable and necessary to protect the officer, the subject, and another party from risk of death, physical harm, or is necessary to effect the arrest of an actively registering subject or prevent the escape of that subject.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is also a reasonable option in consideration of officer safety and the necessity to apprehend promptly?

    <p>Disengagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the use of the beanbag shotgun restricted to?

    <p>Trained Supervisors, Grenadiers, and SWAT</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the beanbag shotgun and the 40mm are considered to be what when lethality is considered?

    <p>Less than lethal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    NMI occurs when the CEW causes involuntary stimulation of both what?

    <p>Sensory nerves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often will CEW batteries be uploaded and changed?

    <p>Monthly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What date range will supervisors review CEW data?

    <p>April 1 - September 30 October 1 - March 31</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who will ensure supervisor reviews activations not consistent with daily spark tests or previously documented use of force incidents?

    <p>DSU commanders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who will serve at the coordinator of the CIRB?

    <p>The Inspections Commander</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the timeline for which the CIRB will conduct a review within?

    <p>90 days of commencement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the subject of a use of force is 13 where should they be transported for medical treatment?

    <p>UC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the subject of a use of force is 12 years old, which facility should they be transported to for treatment?

    <p>Children's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Rapid emergency medical treatment is necessary if probes are embedded in a suspect's upper-chest area AND they become immediately due to the possibility of what?

    <p>VFIB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    TRUE/FALSE

    When necessary, officers will open the door of the police vehicle to spray OC when it contains a violent prisoner.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Absent exigent circumstances, officers will offer to decontaminate every sprayed individual within how long of the use of the chemical irritant?

    <p>20 minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If possible, officers should deploy chemical irritant at what range of the individual?

    <p>5-10 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    TRUE/FALSE

    Grenadiers will work as a 4 man team during crowd control and civil unrest situations.

    <p>FALSE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the discretion to assign pepper ball guns to the districts?

    <p>The chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the CFD house located to fill SCBAs for pepperball guns?

    <p>W 5th/Central</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect range for the pepper ball?

    <p>0-30</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What maximum effective range for area saturation for pepper ball?

    <p>100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the procedure call for regarding decontamination of Pepperball OC powder?

    <p>Fresh air and clear/cool water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size of a beanbag shotgun shell?

    <p>2 3/4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many boxes of 5 beanbag rounds will be stored in the trunk or rear compartment of a supervisors vehicle?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended distance for the beanbag shotgun?

    <p>20 - 75 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Beanbag rounds have an optimal effective range of what?

    <p>20-50 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum effective range of the beanbag round?

    <p>75ft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    While multiple beanbag rounds may be expended as necessary, no more than how many beanbag shotguns should be simultaneously deployed on an individual?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many rounds prove to be ineffective, officers need to consider another option

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the use of the PR-24 acceptable?

    <p>Crowd Control Formations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an officer is involved in force outside of a how many mile radius, they will promptly contact an ECC supervisor and make a notification of the use of force.

    <p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Anytime a subject of a use of force goes to the a hospital, a supervisor will respond and

    <p>Interview the arrested, digitally record the interview.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the arrested is seriously injured or admitted to the hospital, who should be promptly notified?

    <p>DSU commander/IIS Commander/CIS Commander/The Night Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the arrested remains at the hospital for observation purposes, who should be notified that will determine whether CIS and IIS will be notified?

    <p>Affected Asst. Police Chief and Night Chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Following each use of force investigation conducted by a supervising officer, an officer of at least what rank will review the investigation?

    <p>Lieutenant or higher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    IIS is added to which UOF form notification tab?

    <p>18F</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Use of Force Policy

    • The use of force continuum does not have a fixed progression, officers may need to escalate or de-escalate based on the situation.

    • Actively resisting arrest is defined when the subject is using physically evasive movements to avoid being taken into custody, including fleeing, bracing, tensing, pushing, or verbally signaling an intention to avoid arrest.

    • Choke holds are prohibited unless the situation warrants the use of deadly force. They are also prohibited for the purpose of preventing the swallowing of evidence.

    • Crowd control uses police action to stop the activities of people assembled, whereas crowd management involves monitoring and facilitating the activities of those assembled.

    • Deadly force is defined as any force capable of causing death.

    • De-escalation involves using non-confrontational verbal skills, empathy, and active listening to stabilize a person in crisis.

    • The use of force, including devices like the beanbag shotgun, 40mm foam round, OC aerosol canister, OC or CS blast grenade, and the PepperBall launcher, is restricted during civil unrest or for crowd control.

    • Deployment of these devices requires:

      • A command officer present to authorize the deployment, except in urgent circumstances.
      • Verbal notice to the crowd before deployment, unless giving such warning presents a danger to the officer or others.
      • Specific targeting of an individual to be arrested, or who represents an imminent risk of death or injury to the officer or others.
      • The officer must be reasonably sure the weapons will not strike other individuals in the crowd who pose no threat of violence.

    • If demonstrators are legally present and conducting themselves lawfully and non-violently, officers cannot make their conduct criminal by ordering them to disperse and making an arrest if they refuse.

    • Reporting Use of Force:

      • Deployment of police canine (no bite): Form 18C must be submitted to explain the circumstances leading to the deployment.
      • Escorting or handcuffing a person with no or minimal resistance: No special reporting is required other than the narrative in the arrest report.
      • Use of physical force without injury or complaint: Officer(s) must notify a supervisor, who will respond, investigate, and complete Form 18NC, Noncompliant Suspect/Arrestee Report. The narrative should detail the events leading up to the use of force, subject's resistance, and the specific defensive tactics used. The tactics used by the officer should also be evaluated.
      • Use of physical force with injury or complaint of injury: Officer(s) must notify a supervisor. The supervisor's report (Form 18I) will include information such as: a description of the events leading up to the use of force, the subject's resistance, a description of the force used by police to overcome resistance, and an evaluation of the propriety of the initial contact and the use of force.

    Use of Force Policy

    • The Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) prioritizes respecting the rights and dignity of all individuals.
    • Officers are required to uphold constitutional rights and adhere to local and federal laws.
    • Objective reasonableness is the legal standard used to evaluate all uses of force by law enforcement officers per Supreme Court of the United States.

    De-escalation and Control

    • Officers are instructed to de-escalate situations whenever possible to gain voluntary compliance.
    • Only reasonable force should be used to effect an arrest or protect the safety of officers and others.
    • Officers should attempt verbal persuasion and warnings before resorting to physical force.
    • Suspects should be allowed to submit to arrest before force is used unless it poses a danger to the officer or others.

    Excessive Force

    • Officers are prohibited from using unnecessary violence.
    • They are obligated to stop, prevent, and report excessive force by other officers.
    • Officers who use excessive force face disciplinary action, criminal prosecution, and/or civil liability.

    Reporting Use of Force

    • All uses of force and allegations of excessive force must be reported to the CPD.
    • Supervisors conduct investigations when force is used or there are complaints of injury.
    • The investigation must be conducted by a supervisor of a higher rank than the officer(s) involved.
    • Investigations must include narratives from involved officers, supervisors, witnesses, and subjects (when possible).

    Crowd Control

    • Use of force during periods of civil unrest or for crowd control is restricted.
    • A command officer must be present and authorize the deployment of certain devices, such as beanbag shotguns, foam rounds, or pepper balls, unless there are exigent circumstances.
    • Verbal notice must be given prior to deploying these devices into a crowd unless it poses a danger to officers or others.

    Use of Force Continuum: Subject Resistance

    • The Use of Force Continuum is a framework for understanding the escalation and de-escalation of force.
    • The continuum includes: Uncooperative, Active Resistance, Assault or Threat of Assault.

    CEW Use

    • CEWs (conducted electrical weapons) can be used for self-defense, defense of another, or to gain compliance from resisting subjects.
    • CEWs should not be used near flammable materials due to their high voltage spark except for the CPD issued chemical irritant (Sabre Red Crossfire).
    • Avoid prolonged or extensive CEW discharges.
    • Officers should transition to a different force option if multiple CEW deployments fail to gain compliance.

    Deadly and Serious Uses of Force

    • Force that directly or indirectly results in serious injury, hospital admission, or death is categorized as a serious use of force.
    • Any head strike with an impact weapon is considered a serious use of force.
    • All uses of carotid/choke holds are considered a serious use of force.
    • Serious use of force must be investigated by: Internal Investigative Services (IIS) and the Crime Investigation Section (CIS) for all shots fired and death investigations involving police.
    • The commander of IIS for all other serious use of force incidents.
    • The use of force must be reported to the district/section/unit commander and can't be investigated by the officer(s) involved.

    Firearms Discharge

    • Department employees must submit reports on all firearm discharges, except for:
      • Beanbag Rounds
      • 40 MM Foam Rounds
      • Discharges at animals
      • Discharges during hunting
      • Discharges during military service
      • Discharges during training accidents if proper safety procedures were followed

    Critical Incident Review Board (CIRB)

    • The CIRB acts as a quality control mechanism for critical incidents
    • The CIRB investigates the appropriateness of police policies and procedures
    • The CIRB determines if officer judgment and training are adequate
    • The CIRB has authority to recommend changes to the Police Chief in procedures, protocols, and training
    • The review process will take place within 90 days of commencement
    • The Police Chief can extend the timeline if extenuating circumstances exist

    Use of Force Investigation

    • The investigating supervisor will conduct a digital recording of all interviews with the arrested, civilian witnesses, and police officers in cases involving physical use of force or canine bites
    • The investigating supervisor will ensure that Body Worn Camera (BWC) footage is uploaded and categorized properly for retention
    • The investigating supervisor will interview and examine the arrested subject of the use of force
      • The supervisor will take photographs of the subject, especially documenting any injuries or claimed injuries
    • If the subject of a use of force goes to the hospital, the supervisor will:
      • Ask permission of the medical staff to view the arrested subject to note the extent of injuries
        • The supervisor will digitally record this interview.
      • Interview the treating physician and include the diagnosis in the report, digitally recording the interview if permitted.
      • Obtain a voluntary hospital and Department release for medical records from the arrested.
      • Note any refusal of treatment on the Standards Investigation Report.
    • If the arrested subject is seriously injured or admitted to a hospital, the investigating supervisor will notify the district/section/unit commander, IIS Commander, CIS Commander, and the Night Chief/Duty Officer.
      • The Homicide Unit and IIS will conduct an investigation with the assistance of the effected district/section/unit when the serious injury is a result of the use of force.
    • If the arrested is admitted to a hospital for psychiatric evaluation only, without serious injury, the above notifications are not required.
    • If the arrested remains at a hospital for observation purposes following the use of force, the affected Assistant Police Chief and the Night Chief/Duty Officer will determine whether CIS and IIS will be notified
    • The investigating supervisor will complete a Form 18F Investigation Report in Standards.
    • Multiple blocks may be checked depending on the situation, including:
      • Ceased All Movement
      • Conspicuously Ignoring
      • Resistive Tension

    Reporting Process for Use of a CEW, Beanbag Shotgun, 40mm Foam Round, or PepperBall Launcher

    • Supervisors must complete a detailed Form 18TBFP, Use of TASER/Beanbag/40mm Foam Round/PepperBall, in Standards after an officer uses one of the above tools.
      • A Form 18TBFP must be completed whether or not an individual is struck with a beanbag, 40mm foam round, PepperBall round, or CEW probe.
    • After each CEW deployment, the investigating supervisor will:
      • Retrieve the data stored on the CEW
      • Create a firing log for the deployment
      • Record information on the Form 18TBFP
      • Attach the firing log to the Use of Force Case in Evidence.com
    • Report any accidental discharges on a Form 17 routed via the chain of command
    • Report any discharges at an animal on a Form 18A, Weapons Discharge at an Animal, and route via the chain of command
    • The location on a subject's body where CEW probes make contact should not be listed as an injury, unless embedded in a subject's soft body tissue and/or requiring transportation to a hospital for removal
    • Supervisors will workflow the Form 18TBFP to the district/section/unit commander through the chain of command, attaching copies of any original documents, photographs, or digital recordings to the Use of Force Case in Evidence.com.
      • Add Notification for the following units:
        • Inspections Section
        • Patrol Bureau
    • The district/section/unit commander will review the original report and evaluate the propriety of the initial contact, any associated foot or vehicle pursuit, and the use of force.
    • The district/section/unit commander will workflow the report to Inspections Section through the affected Assistant Police Chief.

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