Phoenix PD implements new use of force policy

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.
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 Department implements new 'Use of Force' policy
The new policy states that Phoenix Police employees “shall use only the force that is objectively reasonable, necessary, and proportional to effectively and safely resolve and 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,
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