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Changes in Use of Force Policy as Part of Agency Reform

Chief Maris HeroldUniversity of Cincinnati Police Division

IACP ConferenceOctober 28, 2019

Historical Context

July 19, 2015

Cincinnati

Violent Crime

2014-2015

Increase in Violence (Fear)

Rapid Hiring Cycle

LeadershipLack of

Community Engagement No Crime

Reduction Strategy =

Traffic Stops

Minimal Training Budget

Historical Context

Substantive Areas of Reform• Recruiting/Hiring/Promotion

• Training/Accountability

• Technology/Equipment

• Policies/Procedures

- Citizen’s complaint resolution process

- Disciplinary matrix

- Use of force

Progress• 276 substantive

recommendations

Complete12/31/2018

Critical Decision Making (CDM) Model

Contact Card

UCPD Policies• Use of Force

• Traffic Stop

• Training

• Customer Service

• Lessons Learned

• Tactical and Strategic Investigations

Internal and External Use of Force Review Boards

ICAT Training Evaluation

Officer/Supervisor Survey

Pre (immediately prior)

Post (immediately after)

Follow-up (4 mo. after)

Findings

75% Enjoyed training

75% Recommend to others

63% Follow-up course

<10% held negative view

Learning decay –Dosage concerns