In defense of self and others-- issues, facts & fallacies: the realities of the law enforcement's use of deadly force

The law - A brief survey of history & procedures -- Federal constitutional standards -- The use of deadly force -- Wound ballistics -- Training vs qualification -- Physiological imperatives -- Tactical factors & misconceptions -- Suicide by cop & the mentally ill subject-- Risk & re...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Patrick, Urey W. (Author)
Contributors: Hall, John C. (Other)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
Published: Durham, N.C. Carolina Academic Press c 2005
In:Year: 2005
Online Access: Table of contents
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Keywords:
Police shootings > United States
Police > United States
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Summary:The law - A brief survey of history & procedures -- Federal constitutional standards -- The use of deadly force -- Wound ballistics -- Training vs qualification -- Physiological imperatives -- Tactical factors & misconceptions -- Suicide by cop & the mentally ill subject-- Risk & responsibility -- Aftermath & impact -- Deadly force policy- -- Case histories
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:xiv , 299 p, 23 cm
ISBN:978-1-59460-054-8
1-59460-054-6