Does Muzzle Position Constitute Use-of-Force?
February 29, 2008 – 5:55 am
In several previous articles, I have encouraged law enforcement supervisors to take advantage of roll call to squeeze in a few minutes of training. The internet is a treasure trove of useful information that can be used to put together a quick training course. Recently, Ken Wallentine, a police officer, former prosecutor and Chief of Law Enforcement for the Utah Attorney General, wrote an article for PoliceOne.com that would be a great resource for a roll call training session.
This article discusses the relevant use-of-force legal parameters law enforcement must function within and how they affect muzzle position. Mr. Wallentine examines the legalities surrounding a situation where an officer points a firearm at a person when the officer is not imminently prepared to fire. He also includes case references to support the positions that are stated in the article.
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