Policy Text
I. POLICY
Members shall use only force that is reasonably necessary to affect lawful objectives, to
effectively halt aggressive actions, to overcome specific resistance by a subject, or to protect
one’s own life or others. All decisions will be made in accordance with the Delray Beach
Police Department's belief that the sanctity of life and the safety of the public are of
paramount importance. Unless otherwise specified in this Order, the terms “members” and
“employees” shall include Community Service Officers solely for the purpose of their being
authorized to carry only OC spray after receiving approved Department training.