Show of force is use of force by definition.
Use of Force – The use of any form of physical force that goes beyond the mere grasping of a subject’s arms, hands, or wrists to place handcuffs on the individual.
Use of force shall also include the pointing of a firearm, Taser, or other use of force weapon or device at a specific subject in an intimidating fashion for the purpose of taking a person into custody or achieving control. [CFA 4.07M]
See attached policy.
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Captain Kaley Behl
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