Knowingly or not, almost everyone uses force every day. Force is usually thought to be physical, but can also be expressed through body language and vocals. Most authoritative relationships incorporate force into their routine, such as teachers, parents and peace officers. The use of force by officers can be an socially controversial issue. By taking different perspectives into consideration and educating oneself about the use of force by peace officers, one can have a greater understanding and appreciation for why peace officers follow the procedures they do.
Definition The word “force” can be perceived differently for everyone based on their personally experiences. The Oxford Dictionary (2015) defines it as “the powerful effect of something” …show more content…
They are still help accountable for their actions and use of force if it is not lawful and protected by the Canadian Criminal Code (C.C.C.).
Restraint
The use of force by peace officers has the intention of regaining control of the situation, which is often achieved through restraining the accused(Peters& Brave, 2006, “Legal Issues”, para. 1). Examples of restraints include vocal commands, neck holds, baton strikes, and tasers (Ferdik, Kaminski, Cooney, & Sevigny, 2014, p. 340).
Safety
One of the main components of a peace officers of job in looking out for the best interest and safety of a community. When using force, it is also important for officers to take the safety of everyone involved into …show more content…
The officer must also take the safety of the offender into consideration when using force, so as to be sure as to not use excessive force. It has also been found that an offender is safer by complying with an officers orders so the officer does not need to progress into the force continuum any further (Butler, 2009, p. 7). Butler (2009) also found offenders to be at less risk when they were receptive to an officers force rather than continuing to assault the officer (Butler, 2009, p. 7). Peace officer. Although peace officers are in place to protect their community, the must also protect themselves. Ariel, Farrar, & Sutherland (2015) believe that it is essential for police officers to look out not only for the safety of society, but also the well-being of other officers (p. 512). Section 25.3 and 25.4 of the C.C.C. protects the identity of officers in annual reports for their safety (Greenspan, Rosenberg, & Henein, 2016, pp. 42-43). Public. The role of peace officers is to protect the safety of society, while upholding an unwritten officer-community social contract (Ariel, B. et al., 2015, p. 512). It is of the utmost priority that society is always protected, which is covered under sections 25, 27, and 28 of the C.C.C. (Greenspan et al.,2016, C/1). Although peace officers must also look after their own safety as well as that of the offender, their main priority is making sure the public is
Definition The word “force” can be perceived differently for everyone based on their personally experiences. The Oxford Dictionary (2015) defines it as “the powerful effect of something” …show more content…
They are still help accountable for their actions and use of force if it is not lawful and protected by the Canadian Criminal Code (C.C.C.).
Restraint
The use of force by peace officers has the intention of regaining control of the situation, which is often achieved through restraining the accused(Peters& Brave, 2006, “Legal Issues”, para. 1). Examples of restraints include vocal commands, neck holds, baton strikes, and tasers (Ferdik, Kaminski, Cooney, & Sevigny, 2014, p. 340).
Safety
One of the main components of a peace officers of job in looking out for the best interest and safety of a community. When using force, it is also important for officers to take the safety of everyone involved into …show more content…
The officer must also take the safety of the offender into consideration when using force, so as to be sure as to not use excessive force. It has also been found that an offender is safer by complying with an officers orders so the officer does not need to progress into the force continuum any further (Butler, 2009, p. 7). Butler (2009) also found offenders to be at less risk when they were receptive to an officers force rather than continuing to assault the officer (Butler, 2009, p. 7). Peace officer. Although peace officers are in place to protect their community, the must also protect themselves. Ariel, Farrar, & Sutherland (2015) believe that it is essential for police officers to look out not only for the safety of society, but also the well-being of other officers (p. 512). Section 25.3 and 25.4 of the C.C.C. protects the identity of officers in annual reports for their safety (Greenspan, Rosenberg, & Henein, 2016, pp. 42-43). Public. The role of peace officers is to protect the safety of society, while upholding an unwritten officer-community social contract (Ariel, B. et al., 2015, p. 512). It is of the utmost priority that society is always protected, which is covered under sections 25, 27, and 28 of the C.C.C. (Greenspan et al.,2016, C/1). Although peace officers must also look after their own safety as well as that of the offender, their main priority is making sure the public is