Police Self-Defense

Police Self-Defense

by Keith Pascal
"While any person on a police force would benefit from any type of martial-arts training, learning controlling moves like wrist locks and joint locks is imperative."
Police have to defend themselves too. Unfortunately, often they could easily be accused of using excessive force.

I advise that wrist locks be used in conjunction with punches, kicks, and other strikes. But because of the high-visibility and accountability of a police officer, hitting could result in legal consequences.
It's better to avoid strikes or damaging blows, if at all possible. Instead, control with a joint lock of some type. In a court of law a wrist lock will be seen as minimal use of force.
As the officer, you were restrained. You controlled and led, rather than hit.

You have the Option of Causing More Pain
The beauty of wrist locks and joint locks is that you have the option of raising the level of control ... to include more violent actions, if necessary. Should the need arise.
You control the aggressive behavior, but the energetic soul persists. At the point where he could endanger others, it might be warranted for you to get ... a little more aggressive as well.

Note: Always check on the policy of your police department. The days of the lone, rogue cop are gone. Make sure the level of control that you intend to use during your arrests is in alignment with departmental rules and regulations. Don't get suspended or fired over the misuse of force in a confrontation. (On the other hand, staying alive is pretty important too, if you know what I mean.)

Which Joint Locks Should Police Use for Self Defense?
Start with the locks that you can get into from a grab.
Does this make sense?
Legally, you are more justified applying a wrist lock, if you are removing a grab to your person. You are controlling, in order to protect your body.
Examples of these locks are:

* The Basic Lock
* The Double Ninety Wrist Lock
* Nasty Handshake Lock
* Any finger lock

Police Self-Defense Locking Tips
If you are going to practice wrist locks for restraining moves, then you have to be aware at all times. Just because you are locking one wrist, doesn't mean that the other fist has suddenly vanished.
Make sure you find a wrist-lock book or class that teaches you about ³the other hand.² You need to learn both the proper angles and the correct pressure, to take the other side of your arrestee's body out of the equation. With the proper tension, you can prevent your detainee from resisting in any way.
Once you have control, it's easier for you to give directions. Directions that must be following. Imperatives that must be obeyed.
Why?
Because you are in control.

Of all of the martial arts books written by Keith Pascal, Wrist Locks: From Protecting Yourself to Becoming an Expert is the book that martial artists enjoy working through the most.
Now, this new and revised edition has 423 new photos -- joint-lock sequences to help you control others with ease. It also boasts new locks and two new bonus chapters, featuring Steve Golden, an original Bruce Lee and Ed Parker student.
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Police Self-Defense

by Keith Pascal

You have the Option of Causing More Pain

Which Joint Locks Should Police Use for Self Defense?

Police Self-Defense Locking Tips

Wrist Locks is one of the most practical books for training at home. Find out all about this book, now.