Use of Force Analysis for Law Enforcement and Correctional Leaders

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Instructor:

Lt. Kevin Dillon (Whethersfield, CT Police Department, Retired) is a twenty-six year veteran law enforcement officer, SWAT Commander and an internationally recognized expert on combatives instructor and speaker. He is the founder and developer of the L.O.C.K.U.P. ® Police Training System  presently instructed in over 18 states and 5 countries. He has appeared on CNN, NPR, Police Magazine.com, Police One Academy Expert and Contributor for PoliceOne.com. Lieutenant Dillon will discuss current issues and how to use Strategies and Tactics for law enforcement and civilian personnel response to human aggression. Recent research and incidents will be discussed and how to apply the science and research to enhance tactics and response.

Course Description:

This one day training session is designed for Law Enforcement Command and First Line Supervision. The training examines the most recent and up to date issues that specifically impact Police command level, front line supervisors and internal affairs investigators concerning police use of force incidents. This course breaks down multiple issues ranging from daily officer citizen complaints, curriculum design, use of force reporting, tracking and trending or investigating incidents involving police use of force encounters. 

Topics Include:

  • New Challenges from political beliefs and legislation
  • Myths vs. facts in use of force assessments
  • Constitutional Force Standards
  • Three essential steps in use of force decision making (How to avoid another United Airlines incident) 
  • Response to criminal vs. crisis calls
  • Officer Behavior and accountability issues
  • De-escalation strategies and how to report it
  • Electronic Control Weapons issues trends and training
  • And much, much more 

Course Details:

- 302 Funds Eligible -

*No shows WILL be billed unless cancellation is received 5 days prior to the class*