I stumbled across an article that says how effective and safe that hold is. Here it is: http://www.policemag.com/channel/pat...d-control.aspx
I'm wondering if it's really that safe to use as some people say, including the author of this article? I remember I read somewhere a while ago that the carotid hold shouldn't be used on extremely violent and especially on people on drugs cause it can easily lead to a broken neck. Is that true?
Also if I remember correctly, lots of agencies forbid or permit the use of the carotid hold only when deadly force is justified. Why is that?
If you want to share, what is your agency policy regarding the choke hold and have you ever used it while on duty?
I'm wondering if it's really that safe to use as some people say, including the author of this article? I remember I read somewhere a while ago that the carotid hold shouldn't be used on extremely violent and especially on people on drugs cause it can easily lead to a broken neck. Is that true?
Also if I remember correctly, lots of agencies forbid or permit the use of the carotid hold only when deadly force is justified. Why is that?
If you want to share, what is your agency policy regarding the choke hold and have you ever used it while on duty?
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