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The Use of Force topic provides news, information and training on one the most commonly discussed areas in law enforcement training programs. Shooting skills and defensive tactics are critical to keeping officers alive out of harm's way. We cover all subjects—nothing is taboo in this discussion.
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Video: Brawl erupts on subway between NYPD and teens

A group of teens began tormenting another teen, and things exploded when the victim snapped a picture - Full Story

News

New Orleans police cleared in 'excessive force' case

State Police conclude there was no wrong-doing, and officers used minimal force in a Mardi Gras altercation - Full Story

Columns

Study proves 'cop cameras' cut citizen complaints Doug Wyllie, PoliceOne Editor in Chief - 10-43: Be Advised...

Study proves 'cop cameras' cut citizen complaints

Study by TASER International and Calif. PD shows video cameras worn by police officers have a deterrent effect on citizens initiating false and frivolous allegations of police misconduct - Full Story

Videos

Oregon police throw spike strip just in time

The spike strip is thrown in perfect time to stop a speeding driver, who loses control of the vehicle moments later.

In-depth News

Restraining kids: 'No easy answer'

Restraining kids: 'No easy answer'

After a 7-year-old autistic boy was handcuffed at his Albuquerque elementary school following a 3-hour outburst, authorities debated appropriate ways to handle violent children. - Full Story

In-depth News

UC-Davis police chief now on leave

UC-Davis police chief now on leave

After a viral video circulated of officers using pepper spray to quell a crowd of protesters - gathered on a University of California campus and associated with the Occupy Wall Street movement - two were placed on administrative leave. A day later it was announced that the police chief would join them. - Full Story

Exclusives

New TASER X2: A preloaded backup shot

New TASER X2:
A preloaded backup shot

A TASER reload may not be done quickly under stress, which is why the X2 has that second shot ready, among other features - Full Story

Exclusives

How to avoid criminal charges by planning ahead

How to avoid criminal charges by planning ahead

It’s not enough anymore that you be right in your force applications — you also have to be able to explain why you were right - Full Story



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