International Center for Law Enforcement Studies Use of Force Institute

The International Center for Law Enforcement Studies, headquartered in Friendswood, Texas, is a privately held company focused on reducing excessive use of force in law enforcement. Founded in 1995, the Center is a team of experts with a global reputation for developing strategies to mitigate liability for both individuals and organizations. The Center provides training and coaching services to a variety of law enforcement personnel, including line staff, mid-management, and command staff. Their programs cover use of force law, application, and liability reduction systems. The Center also offers an online library of use of force incidents, outcomes, cases, case law, research, statistics, and policy and procedure recommendations. The Center's Use of Force Institute aims to prevent excessive use of force incidents by researching and evaluating departmental policies, procedures, and training curricula. They provide coaching and curriculum designed to empower law enforcement professionals with the knowledge and resources needed to manage critical situations effectively. The Institute has analyzed over 30 years of excessive use of force incidents, identifying trends and contributing factors to develop a sustainable solution for reducing these incidents and their negative impact on communities. To learn more about the International Center for Law Enforcement Studies and its services, you can visit their website at forcepolicy.org.