Policy Text
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PURPOSE
To establish guidelines for deputies in the use of the carotid restraint when it is necessary and reasonable to use physical force.
POL ICY
Deputies may use the carotid restraint when it is necessary and reasonable to use physical force to control an inmate who is actively resisting or assaultive .
PROCEDURE
DATE : JUNE 4, 2012
NUMBER: I.91
SUBJECT: USE OF CAROTID RESTRAINT
RELATED SECTIONS: I.89, SDSD P&P ADDENDUM F
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D. The deputy will submit a NetRMS Use of Force Report. A copy of this report will be
sent to the f acility commander.
In addition, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department “Use of Force Supplemental
Report” (SO -120) will be completed.
III. CAROTID RESTRAINT CONSIDERATIONS