Police use of force continues to be a much debated, sometimes highly contested, issue for communities. Law enforcement officers face many complex and dynamic situations that may result in the use of force, and executives must strike the balance of providing transparent data while managing day-to-day operations and accountability. Regardless of agency size, at some point, every police and sheriff’s department will respond to a critical incident involving some level of force. Being prepared to respond appropriately will have a dramatic effect on subsequent public and media scrutiny.