Under what circumstances is the intentional use of a neck restraint permitted?

The intentional use of a neck restraint is permitted primarily in situations where deadly force is justified. This means that if an officer reasonably believes that they or others are in immediate danger of serious bodily harm or death, then deploying a neck restraint might be considered a legitimate tactic to temporarily control a suspect. This approach is rooted in the responsibility of law enforcement to de-escalate potentially lethal encounters while ensuring the safety of all parties involved.

Other options suggest more permissive or generalized uses of neck restraints, which can lead to unnecessary harm or escalate an encounter. For instance, using a neck restraint whenever an officer deems it necessary does not take into account the specific legal criteria needed to justify such force. Similarly, a general approach to applying neck restraints for all arrests ignores the principles of proportionality and necessity that govern use of force policies. Additionally, implying that a neck restraint can be employed solely based on a suspect's resistance to arrest does not consider the nature of the resistance or the potential threat level involved. Thus, the focus remains squarely on the context of potential deadly force when evaluating the legality and appropriateness of utilizing neck restraints.