CPL Introduction Guide 5-2024

Use of Force Manual Table of Contents This is a 20-page document including a written test

Document Contents: Introduction Deadly Force and self-defense Using a firearm for personal protection is a right that must be exercised responsibly. The Elements of the use of Deadly Force Deadly Force Decision Making – Practice “what if situations” Deadly Force and Self Defense Using Your Handgun In Self Defense The use of Force Continuum and self Defense Options The Escalation of use of force chart Michigan use of Deadly and Non-Deadly Force The Reaction Gap and the use of Force Factors that influence the decision to use a firearm for self defense Use of Force Definitions (The language of self -defense) Written Test