Welcome to the Developing a Dedicated Use of Force Unit: Review, Analysis, Data Collection, and Training training course. This course delves into the creation of a cutting-edge Use of Force Review Unit, dedicated to thorough data collection, analysis, and training through a detailed review of all use of force incidents within an agency. It explores the complex relationship between human perception and video evidence, addressing common distortions often overlooked in investigations. By distinguishing between an officer’s subjective perspective and objective facts, the presentation offers insights into developing policies and evidence-based training to enhance officer performance.
This course will also focus on areas including:
- Building a data-driven Use of Force Review Unit
- Analyzing human perception vs. video evidence
- Developing evidence-based policies and training
Our training experts recommend this course for all officers, ranks, and command staff.
Instructor: Lieutenant Matthew Botterbusch
Lieutenant Matthew Botterbusch is a 26-year veteran with the New Castle County Division of Police in Delaware. He created and developed the first full-time dedicated Use of Force Review and Analysis Unit in the state of Delaware. Matthew has worked as a patrol officer, narcotics detective, SWAT team leader, Mobile Field Force, and drug recognition expert. With over 22 years of instructor experience, he has served as an instructor for use of force and control tactics, firearms, narcotics investigations, and tactical training for his agency. Matthew has served as a supervisor in patrol, narcotics, street crimes units, and as the Patrol Executive Officer. He has received certifications in force analysis through the Force Science Institute, Critical Incident Review, and Advanced Human Factors through the Association of Force Investigators. Matthew currently serves as the Use of Force Review Unit Commander and consults nationally regarding use of force review and analysis unit development.
- Credit Hours: 1
- Class ID: 25-05-9-A1
- Area: 903
- Topic: Use of Force
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