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Legal Use-of-force

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The characteristics of the use-of-force, which is a legal doctrine employed by police and army forces, to regulate acts of violence during interventions. Use-of-force is ought to balance security needs with ethical concerns for the rights and well-being of intruders or suspects.

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Special Topics in Policing
James F. Albrecht, Garth den Heyer
2024

These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.

Skills You Need to Become a Police Trainer

Essential Skills

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Essential Skills

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