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    The document outlines a continuum of responses officers may take when encountering resistance, ranging from verbal commands to use of deadly force. It considers factors like the actions and weapons used by individuals, special circumstances of incidents, and attributes of both the officer and subject that would influence the response. The goal is for officers to select the necessary response to gain control while following policy and considering their capabilities, perception, training, and experience.

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    The document outlines a continuum of responses officers may take when encountering resistance, ranging from verbal commands to use of deadly force. It considers factors like the actions and weapons used by individuals, special circumstances of incidents, and attributes of both the officer and subject that would influence the response. The goal is for officers to select the necessary response to gain control while following policy and considering their capabilities, perception, training, and experience.

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    The document outlines a continuum of responses officers may take when encountering resistance, ranging from verbal commands to use of deadly force. It considers factors like the actions and weapons used by individuals, special circumstances of incidents, and attributes of both the officer and subject that would influence the response. The goal is for officers to select the necessary response to gain control while following policy and considering their capabilities, perception, training, and experience.

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    The document outlines a continuum of responses officers may take when encountering resistance, ranging from verbal commands to use of deadly force. It considers factors like the actions and weapons used by individuals, special circumstances of incidents, and attributes of both the officer and subject that would influence the response. The goal is for officers to select the necessary response to gain control while following policy and considering their capabilities, perception, training, and experience.

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    Action-Response

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    Continuum
    Ofcers Responses
    Deadly force Baton techniques Lateral vascular neck restraint Striking, punching, kicking Aerosols or electrical devices Baton restraints Striking muscle groups Take downs, joint manipulations or pressure points Balance displacement Escort position Assistance from other ofcers Verbal or physical commands Ofcer presence

    The list of ofcer responses is not intended to be in any specic order, but reects on the amount of resistance encountered. The ofcer will choose the necessary response to gain control of the situation based on departmental policy, his/her physical capabilities, perception, training, and experience.

    Individuals Actions
    Weapons used against ofcer Attempting to disarm ofcer Life-threatening weaponless assaults Striking or kicking ofcer Wrestling with ofcer Pushing ofcer Pulling away from ofcer Refusing to movedead weight Not responding to commands Verbal or physical danger cues

    Special Circumstances
    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Closeness of a weapon Injury or exhaustion Being on the ground Distance from the subject Special knowledge Availability of other options

    Ofcer-Subject Factors
    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Age Sex Size Skill level Multiple subjects/ofcers Relative strength

    Continuum of Arrest: controlhandcuffsearchevaluatetransport

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