Use of Force Update

[Watsy]

FYI,
I just got a Use of Force Update...
Jim Smith is discussing: Surviving the aftermath of your use of force...
"Do not let your guards down, stay alert, don't worry about what your detractors say, be liability conscious not liability paranoid. Concentrate on the job at hand, don't allow political correctness to dictate
how you perform your jobs, trust your instincts, and make us proud like we know you will. Most of stay safe!! God Bless America and God Bless Each and Every one of you!!!"
I thought this summed up our work really well and wanted to share it with you...

Note: Jim Smith is a twenty-five year vetern of L.E. and currently a trainer/consultant in Up State N.Y. If any one wants his email address or the L.E. journal let me know...

Watsy

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Take calculated risks.
That is quite different from being rash.
George S. Patton

[jnc36rcpd]

I'd be interested in taking a look at the journal if you could forward the website/email address.

He's spot on about the issue of liability paranoia. Too many people obsess over liability issues without considering where their exposure really is. Sadly, this includes street cops as well as administrators.

Be safe.