Michigan Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 16, 2016) |
Department CO. Corrections |
Bureau of Correctional Facilities |
Chapter Jails and Lockups |
Section 791.706. Use of force.
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A facility shall establish and maintain written policy, procedure, and practice which restrict the use of physical force to instances of justifiable self-defense, protection of others, protection of property, and prevention of escapes, and then only as a last resort and in accordance with appropriate statutory authority. Physical force shall not be used as punishment. A written report is prepared after force is used and is submitted to administrative staff for review.
History: 1998-2000 AACS.