Use of Force: authorizes a peace officer to use reasonable force to effect the arrest, to prevent escape, or to overcome resistance. No doubt as a law enforcement professional, you will encounter people in your career that you will use force on in the course of your duties. But do you know when and how to use force? Or how to write about the encounter? Or how to testify about it? And if you cannot properly tell your story could there be dire consequences? Do you understand what the “dire consequences” are? By learning how to “Use It, Write It, Tell It” you will be prepared to properly apply, document and testify to these events without repercussion.