Discussion Question

Review the use-of-force police policy in the textbook. Then, go on-line and locate the The Use-of-Force Continuum (National Institute of Justice) web site located at: http://www.nij.gov/topics/law-enforcement/officer-safety/use-of-force/continuum.htm.

What are the levels of force? How does the use-of-force policy compare with the National Institute of Justice, Use of Force Continuum? What are the similarities and differences? Should officers be continually trained on the use-of-force continuum? Why or why not?