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Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

Article 2 – Use of Force

Revised January 12, 2016

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51020.17.2 Involved Staff‑Additional Reporting Requirement for Deadly Force

  • An employee, who intentionally or accidentally uses deadly force, whether on or off-duty, shall ensure that a supervisory employee is verbally notified of the incident without delay. A written report shall also be required. This reporting is not a requirement for the lawful discharge of a firearm during weapon’s qualifications, firearms training, or other legal recreational use of a firearm.