Washington State

Office of the Attorney General

Attorney General

Bob Ferguson

Use of Force Policy Disclaimer

The Use of Force Policy and accompanying information below are provided as-is by the law enforcement agency

Agency's use-of-force policy is consistent with the AGO model policy:
No
Why agency's use-of force policy departs from the AGO model policy:
After reviewing the model policy, it has been determined that some of the model policy are additional provisions not required by law. It is our intent to incorporate those sections of the model policy which are required by law.
How agency's use-of-force policy is consistent with RCW 10.120.020:
Our agency's use of force policy is consistent with the RCW 10.120.020.
Date policy last updated: