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Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

Article 2 – Use of Force

Revised January 12, 2016

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51020.8 Non‑deadly Force

  • Non-deadly force will only be used when reasonably necessary to:

    • Subdue an attacker.

    • Overcome resistance.

    • Effect custody, or to

    • Gain compliance with a lawful order.