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Examine the Use of Lethal and Non-Lethal ForcesDetermine the role TASER and other less lethal technologies play in use of force incidents

Learn the Legal Ramifi cations and Liabilities Surrounding Use of ForceEducate your offi cers on potential liability risks and implement force reporting procedures and protocols

Implement Practices to Improve Offi cer Safety in the Line of DutyDevelop tactics to ensure offi cer safety during high-risk and volatile confrontations

Understand and Comply with Use of Force Policies and ProceduresLearn the latest policy trends under federal, state and local jurisdictions

You Will Learn to:

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Develop and Execute Proven Policies and Procedures for Use of Force in Your Agency

August 10–11, 2009 | Washington, DC

Optional Post-Conference Workshop: August 12, 2009Safe on the Streets: Defensive Tactics for Law Enforcement Survival

Who Should Attend:

Police Chiefs

Deputy Chiefs

Training Managers

Training Instructors

Department Administrators

City Managers

Elected Officials

City and County Attorneys

Police Legal Advisers

Risk Managers

Professional Standards Staff

… and anyone involved in Use of Force for law enforcement

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Day One: August 10, 2009

8:30 Conference Registration & Continental Breakfast

9:00 Keynote Address

Protect and Serve: The Legal Standards of Use of Force Law enforcement use of force is a required fi eld of learning for all law enforcement agen-cies. Today, court decisions, state and federal mandates, and tort reforms shape law across the nation. Study the landmark cases of Graham v. Connor and Tennessee v. Garner and explore more recent cases in a variety of categories, such as handcuffi ng and use of less-than-lethal devices. During this in-depth keynote you will learn to:

Interpret the constitutional legal standards in use of force policyWeigh the circumstances of an offi cer’s use of force on the jobDetermine the place of policy, including the Graham standard

J. Michael McGuinnessThe McGuinness Law Firm

10:30 Break & Refreshments

10:45

Assess Liability in Use of Force IncidentsIn law enforcement, police administrators and command staff must constantly focus on the threat of civil liability. Today, lawsuits question whether a law enforcement agency has responsibly planned and managed a broad array of operational and administrative dynam-ics. The agency’s written policies are challenged and its programs of training, supervision, and discipline are closely scrutinized. Supervisory liability, liability for negligent training and municipal liability can quickly follow from this scrutiny.

Study responsible, systematic planning and administration to minimize offi cer mistakes and misconductDecrease the threat of supervisory and municipal liability

Steve Ashley, MS, MLS, ARMPolice Policy Studies Council

12:00 Lunch Break

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Day One, Continued: August 10, 2009

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Define Use of Force for Law Enforcement ProfessionalsModern law enforcement is one of the most widely misunderstood professions, both internally and externally. While much of this is caused by television and movies, we in law enforce-ment are also to blame. Frequently we use terminology casually and without regard to pos-sible negative perceptions. Positive community relations are not possible in an environment of mistrust and misunderstanding. In this session, participants will discuss:

Commonly misused law enforcement terms and the problems they create from community relations and legal defensibility perspectives

The power of proper documentation and positive personal interaction with members of the media and the community

Steve Ashley, MS, MLS, ARMPolice Policy Studies Council

2:30 Break & Refreshments

2:45

Understand Force Reporting for Risk MitigationA key phase in controlling law enforcement risk management involves offi cers reporting of their uses of force. Understanding the standards of force, knowing the pitfalls force report-ing, considering offi cers’ limitations and learning from past mistakes all play a critical role in managing the risks associated with offi cers’ use of force reporting.

Investigate the standards related to force reportingImplement a reporting plan that is complies with reporting standards

Harvey V. HeddenDeputy Executive DirectorInternational Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association

4:15 Adjourn

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Reasons to Attend:

Balance Your Use of Force Policy with the Legal Landscape of Your Jurisdiction

Identify and Implement the Standards of Force Reporting at Your Agency

Maintain and Improve Officer Safety on the Job

Create a Use of Force Strategy that Best Fits Your Department’s Needs

Determine the Appropriate Use of Less Lethal Technologies such as TASER and other Less Lethal Technology

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8:30 Continental Breakfast

9:00 Keynote Address

The Great Debate: TASER and Other Less Lethal Devices…Are They Helping of Hurting? The TASER is a handgun-sized weapon that can deliver 50,000 volts to an unruly suspect from up to 18 feet away. The risk of severe or life-threatening injuries is extremely low. Discover the legal landscape for TASER use, explore the facts and determine if the TASER will have a place in your arsenal. This session will also address the use of other options such as pepper spray, mace, and stun guns and what the future holds for these less lethal options. In this informative keynote address you will learn to:

Identify the benefi ts of adding less lethal weapons to your offi cers’ arsenal Examine the current legal precedent for the use TASER and less lethal devices Dispel common myths and misconceptions surrounding incidents involving less lethal devices

Steve Ashley, MS, MLS, ARMPolice Policy Studies Council

10:30 Break & Refreshments

10:45

Maintain Officer Safety On and Off the JobOffi cer safety in the fi eld is of great importance and often an overlooked subject. Determine ways to increase offi cer safety by learning the necessary skills to recognize dangerous offenders. Also identify techniques that will maximize offi cer safety during the interview and interrogation process. The session will:

Equip you will best practices for offi cer safety and survivalAddress legal issues associated with offi cer safety techniques

Kevin StephensAcademy Staff, Training BureauLas Vegas Metropolitan Police Department

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12:00 Lunch Break

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Survive the Nightshift Offi cers on patrol encounter numerous scenarios during every shift, some they can prepare for, but many that must be met with quick thinking. Violent encounters reported during the “nightshift” are often the most dangerous.

Identify safety techniques through the use of low-light policing and other safety tactics Discuss the specialization surrounding low-light policing and training

Tom AveniPolice Policy Studies Council

2:30 Break & Refreshments

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Discuss the Use of Deadly ForceIn many urban and suburban settings, the police use of deadly force remains an incendiary issue. Current analysis suggests that police are shooting unarmed suspects almost as frequent as they did prior to the landmark Tennessee v. Garner decision. Are there critical policy and training issues that agencies are overlooking? And, are there training practices that seem to substantially correlate with misapplications of deadly force?

Take a critical look at deadly force issues making today’s headlines Assess the use of deadly force situations in your jurisdiction and determine how these cases may impact your policy

Tom AveniPolice Policy Studies Council

4:15 Conference Adjourns

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Day Two: August 11, 2009

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Post-Conference Workshop: August 12, 2009

8:30 Workshop Registration & Continental Breakfast

9:00-12:00 Workshop

Safe on the Streets: Defensive Tactics for Law Enforcement SurvivalAcademy training provides limited training on the importance of defensive tactics on the job. It is also diffi cult to implement tactics in the middle of a high-impact situation. In this interac-tive workshop, develop the skills necessary to approach and control every situation. Develop the ability to outmaneuver any subject with simple and effective defensive tactics that can be used in a variety of situations. This interactive workshop will cover:

The latest training trends and identify which are best for your agency Develop preventative safety tactics to integrate into use of force situations including the use of Tactical Communication from the Verbal Judo Institute for threat assessment, deci-sion making and the best non-escalation, de-escalation, and debriefi ng communication tactics Gather information about proper procedure and execution within your jurisdiction based on the time-tested, court defensible Street Survival Seminar Series report writing and testifying tactics and strategies Improve defensive readiness for front-line offi cers through the use of Adult Learning and Isolation Exercises utilizing the Purposeful Development Performance Training Method Learn from real world examples about implementing tactics on the job from the fi les of PoliceOne – what is happening today on the streets and what offi cers are doing that works to keep them physically, legally, and psychologically safe

Gary T. KlugiewiczDirector of TrainingPoliceOne Training NetworkPraetorian Group, Inc.

12:00 Workshop Adjourns

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Post-Conference Workshops are practical, supplementary application sessions which incorporate and review tools, techniques and methods presented during the event. Participants will obtain a further understanding of how to use newly acquire tools and cutting-edge strategies to aftercare coordination and collaboration. Through group exercises and scenario-based learning, you’ll walk away with the expertise and resources needed for immediate and practical application. Enrollment space is limited, so registered today to reserve your place.

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applied to my department and

our review of incidents.”

Tony Nares, CommanderSan Diego Sheriff’s Department

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Sponsorship OpportunitiesAs a conference and training provider, The Performance Institute is an expert in bringing together leaders to share and discuss best practices and innovations. We connect decision makers with respected solution providers.

The Institute offers four different pre-designed sponsorship packages:

Event Co-Sponsor Session Sponsor Luncheon Sponsor Exhibit Booth Sponsor

For more information on sponsorships or to get started, contact Jessica Ward at 703-894-0481 x 215 or Ward@PerformanceWeb.org

Answering the Call

The Law Enforcement Development Center has teamed up with The Police Policy Studies Council to create Answering the Call, a quarterly journal for law enforcement and fi rst responders. Answering the Call provides an in-depth look at today’s hottest issues, including law enforcement management, emergency preparedness, use of force, funding and grants, technological innovations, and more!

To download the latest issue of Answering the Call, please visit PerformanceWeb.org/ATC

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Jeffrey Davis, Offi cer, Nassau County Police Department

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In-House TrainingOne of the more popular vehicles for accessing the Institute’s educational offerings is the delivery of on-site trainings and management facilitations. Bringing a training or facilitation in-house gives you the opportunity to customize a program that addresses your exact challenges and provides a more personal learning experience, while virtually eliminating travel expenses. Whether you require training for your department or for an organization-wide initiative, the advanced learning methods employed by The Performance Institute will create an intimate training atmosphere that maximizes knowledge transfer to enhance the talent within your organization.

CUSTOMIZATION

We realize that not all obstacles can be overcome by applying an “off-the-shelf solution”. While many training providers will offer you some variation of their standard training, The Performance Institute’s subject matter experts will work with you and your team to examine your programs and determine your exact areas of need. The identification of real life examples will create a learning atmosphere that resonates with participants while at the same time providing immediate return on your training investment. Using interactive exercises that employ actual projects or scenarios from your organization, instructors can address specific challenges and align the curriculum of each session to your objectives. While the majority of on-site trainings are focused on smaller groups, The Performance institute also has the ability to accommodate organizational-wide training initiatives. Utilizing multiple instructors, The Institute has the capacity to deliver courses to groups of up to 300 participants per day.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

On-site delivery of single courses, certifi cation programs and entire packages of specialized courses are available in the following areas:

Strategic Planning Performance Measurement Project Management Lean Six Sigma Workforce Management Performance-Based Budgeting Performance-Based Contracting Performance Reporting Program Evaluation Administrative Management Leadership and Change

For more information about in-house training options available to you, please contact Jennifer Mueller at 703-894-0481 x 217 or email her at Mueller@PerformanceWeb.org.

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AboutThe Performance Institute:

Called “the leading think tank in performance measurement for government” on OMB’s ExpectMore.gov, The Performance Institute has been a leader in Performance Management training and policy since the 2000 administration transition. As part of the Government Performance Coalition, a group of good government organizations, the Institute worked in 2000 to deliver recommendations to the then new administration on what would become the President’s Management Agenda.

In 2009, the Institute is leading Innovations in Government: From Transition to Transformation, or InnoGOV.org, a collection of forums, research and recommendations to bring insight and transformation to the federal government. The goal of InnoGOV.org is to centralize the importance of performance, accountability and transparency in government and to disseminate the leading best practices to government managers.

The Performance Institute has published several research reports regarding performance management initiatives and trains over 10,000 government managers per year on performance-based topics. Dedicated to improving citizen services and taxpayer transparency, the Institute uses a best-practices foundation to deliver the most effective and tested methodologies for improving performance.

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Venue & HotelThe 2009 Summit on The Use of Force in Law Enforcement will be hosted at The Performance Institute’s Training Center in Arlington, VA, just one block east of the Courthouse stop on the Orange Line of the D.C. Metro. A public parking garage is located inside of the building for $10/day. Continental breakfast and refreshments will be provided for delegates on each day.

The Performance Institute1515 North Courthouse Rd., Suite 600Arlington, VA 22201703-894-0481

A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the Arlington Rosslyn Courtyard by Marriott at the prevailing rate of $209.00 until July 12, 2009. This rate is based on the Government Per Diem and is subject to change. Please call the hotel directly and reference code “Use of Force” when making reservations to get the discounted rate. The hotel is conveniently located three blocks from the Rosslyn Metro station. Please ask the hotel about a complimentary shuttle that is also available for your convenience.

Arlington Rosslyn Courtyard by Marriott 1533 Clarendon Blvd.Arlington, VA 22209Phone: 703-528-2222Phone: 1-800-321-2211www.CourtyardArlingtonRosslyn.com

Hotel and travel costs are not included in the conference tuition.

Tuition & Group DiscountsThe tuition rate for The 2009 Summit on The Use of Force in Law Enforcement is as follows:

Early Bird Rate** Regular Rate

Conference Only $699 $799

Post-Conference Workshop -------- $599

**For the Early Bird Rate, register by June 1, 2009.

For more information on group discounts for The 2009 Summit on The Use of Force in Law Enforcement, please contact Chris Joseph at 703-894-0481 x 224 or email him at Joseph@PerformanceWeb.org.

Cancellation PolicyFor live events: The Performance Institute will provide a full refund less $399 administration fee for cancellations four weeks before the event. If cancellation occurs within two weeks prior to conference start date, no refund will be issued. Registrants who fail to attend and do not cancel prior to the event will be charged the entire registration fee.

All the cancellation requests need to be made online. Your confi rmation email contains links to modify or cancel registrations. Please note that the cancellation is not fi nal until you receive a written confi rmation.

Payment must be secured prior to the conference. If payment is not received by the conference start date, a method of payment must be presented at the time of registration in order to guarantee your participation at the event.

Quality AssuranceThe Performance Institute strives to provide you with the most productive and effective educational experience pos-sible. If after completing the course you feel there is some way we can improve, please write your comments on the evaluation form provided upon your arrival. Should you feel dissatisfi ed with your learning experience and wish to request a credit or refund, please submit it in writing no later than 10 business days after the end of the training to: The Performance Institute: Quality Assurance, 1515 N. Courthouse Road, Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22201

Note: As speakers are confi rmed six months before the event, some speaker changes or topic changes may occur in the program. The Performance Institute is not responsible for speaker changes, but will work to ensure a comparable speaker is located to participate in the program.

If for any reason The Performance Institute decides to cancel this conference, The Performance Institute accepts no re-sponsibility for covering airfare, hotel or other costs incurred by registrants, including delegates, sponsors and guests.

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