Legal standards that govern proper use of force by correctional officers and that set limits on such force are taught in which program?

• A. Policies and Procedures
• B. The U.S. Constitution
• C. WI State Statues
• D. DOC Training

Answer: (D)

The Department of Corrections Training program is designed to teach correctional staff the legal standards governing proper use of force and the limits on it. This instruction brings together the constitutional rights that protect individuals, the relevant Wisconsin statutes, and the department’s own policies so officers know how force may be used, when it’s necessary, and what boundaries apply in custody situations. While policies and procedures provide the rules officers must follow and the Constitution and state statutes supply the legal framework, the formal, standardized education that imparts how to apply those rules in real-world scenarios is delivered through DOC Training.