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Phoenix Police Department implements new use of force policy
Officers "shall use only the force that is objectively reasonable, necessary and proportional to effectively and safely resolve an incident."
New use of force policy creates controversy among Phoenix officers
The Phoenix Police Department's new use of force policy is creating potentially dangerous confusion among the officers who have to follow it.
Phoenix PD implements new use of force policy: 'The basis for building trust'
The Phoenix Police Department announced it's implementing a new use of force policy that will "clearly define" when officers can use force, as well as what needs to be done before, during and after an incident.
Phoenix police announce implementation of new use of force policy
The Phoenix Police Department announced on Tuesday that it has implemented its new use of force policy, which has been years in the making. The purpose was to “clearly define” when officers should use force and what officers should do before,
Phoenix Police Department unveils new use of force policy meant to dispel uncertainty
The Phoenix Police Department released its new use of force policy in a change it says will better define what officers should do in situations.
With a new use-of-force policy in place, Phoenix readies to pick the permanent police chief
This week, the Phoenix Police Department adopted a new policy on use of force. It was part of the city’s pre-emptive push to avoid federal oversight after a yearslong civil rights review. And portions of the policy are more strict than standards set by Supreme Court precedent.
Mixed reaction from experts on Phoenix's new use of force policy
One police practice expert believes Phoenix Police’s new use of force policy is a step in the right direction while another says the new wording is too ambiguous.
New Phoenix police policy warns about hot pavements
Phoenix police releases new guidelines for police use of force.
Phoenix police have new orders on when to use violence or physical force
Phoenix police officers have orders redefining when they may use violence or physical force. The policy taking effect is a win for interim Chief Michael Sullivan as union membership opposes his bid for the permanent role.
Phoenix police adopt new use of force policy
The Phoenix Police Department said it has implemented its new use of force policy to “clearly define” when officers should use force and what officers should do before, during and after using force.
Phoenix PD chief discusses new use of force policy
The chief of Phoenix police is discussing his department's new use of force policy. The "Zero Day" star and "Late Show" host Stephen Colbert let a haunting silence hang in the air for several seconds.
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