Review Use of Force Cases like an Investigator: gather all the facts, consider the circumstances, ask the right questions, and apply the current law.

While the first two elements of 18 USC 242 are pretty straightforward, the last two are the ones that usually drive the investigation.

Between the Myths and Misconceptions, the Real Law on Use of Force May Be Surprising.

The handcuffs, badges, credentials and paperwork are real, the x-files and blacklists, not so much. Did I mention the paperwork?