Washington Code > Chapter 10.120 – Law enforcement and correctional officers–Permissible uses of force
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| § 10.120.010 | Definitions |
| § 10.120.020 | Permissible uses of force |
| § 10.120.030 | Policies for use of force and de-escalation tactics |
Terms Used In Washington Code > Chapter 10.120 - Law enforcement and correctional officers--Permissible uses of force
- Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
- Probable cause: A reasonable ground for belief that the offender violated a specific law.
- Statute: A law passed by a legislature.