What is considered 'not a use of force' regarding ECD?

What is considered 'not a use of force' regarding ECD?

• A. Arcing and lasering the ECD at an assailant
• B. Using the ECD on a compliant suspect
• C. Physical restraint of a non-compliant suspect
• D. Verbal commands issued to the suspect

Answer: (A)

The choice indicating arcing and lasering the Electronic Control Device (ECD) at an assailant is considered 'not a use of force' because it does not involve the application of physical force or the delivery of electrical energy to the individual. Instead, arcing and lasering serve as a warning or a show of potential force, intended to gain compliance without actual engagement. This approach can lead to voluntary compliance without escalating the situation or using the device in an active capacity. The other options involve varying degrees of force or physical control. Using the ECD on a compliant suspect implies the use of force in a situation where the individual is already submitting, which is not justified. Physical restraint of a non-compliant suspect clearly involves the use of physical force to control the subject, and verbal commands, while not physical force, are part of the officer's attempt to exert influence over the situation but do not equate to the non-use of force in the same context as simply showing the ECD.

The choice indicating arcing and lasering the Electronic Control Device (ECD) at an assailant is considered 'not a use of force' because it does not involve the application of physical force or the delivery of electrical energy to the individual. Instead, arcing and lasering serve as a warning or a show of potential force, intended to gain compliance without actual engagement. This approach can lead to voluntary compliance without escalating the situation or using the device in an active capacity.

The other options involve varying degrees of force or physical control. Using the ECD on a compliant suspect implies the use of force in a situation where the individual is already submitting, which is not justified. Physical restraint of a non-compliant suspect clearly involves the use of physical force to control the subject, and verbal commands, while not physical force, are part of the officer's attempt to exert influence over the situation but do not equate to the non-use of force in the same context as simply showing the ECD.