Wisconsin Administrative Code
Department of Corrections
Chapter DOC 376 - Security in Type 1 secured correctional facilities
Section DOC 376.07 - Use of force

Universal Citation: WI Admin Code § DOC 376.07

Current through February 24, 2025

(1) The superintendent shall enact policies and procedures related to the use of physical force based on juvenile-focused best practices, including a physical force intervention training that is consistent with the provisions of this section.

(2) Corporal punishment of youth is not permitted under any circumstances.

(3) Only the minimum force that is reasonably necessary to achieve a proper objective may be used. Excessive force shall not be used.

(4) Staff may use physical force only if the individual staff member using force reasonably believes that it is immediately necessary to accomplish one of the following purposes:

(a) To prevent a youth who poses an imminent and substantial risk of physical harm from harming themselves or others.

(b) To regain control of all or part of a facility during a disturbance as defined in s. DOC 376.20 (1) or an emergency as defined in s. DOC 376.21 (1).

(c) To prevent the escape of a youth.

(5) After the use of physical force, the youth who were involved shall be checked for injury and provided appropriate medical services. Staff shall submit a written report to the superintendent regarding any medical services provided.

(6) If physical force is used, each staff member involved shall submit a separate written report regarding the incident to the superintendent.

(7) All facility staff shall be trained in de-escalation practices at least annually.

(8) Staff may use the physical force necessary to prevent death or great bodily harm.

(9) Youth may not use physical force at any time.

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