SI80 – George Floyd Case Training: Use of Force, De-Escalation (AI Update)

Included: DVD+ 1 Digital Download
Run Time: 57 minutes

Course Overview
This in-depth training session, “George Floyd AI Update: What Every Cop Needs to Know”, provides law enforcement professionals with critical insights into the lessons of the George Floyd incident and the lasting legal standards it has reinforced. Covering the pivotal rulings of Graham v. Connor and Barnes v. Felix, this course equips officers with the knowledge to make split-second decisions under the principle of objective reasonableness.

Through a 57-minute professionally developed program, officers will explore:

• The legal framework of use of force under Supreme Court precedent

• De-escalation strategies and proven tactics to reduce risk in the field

• How the George Floyd stop continues to shape public perception and departmental policy

• Real-world applications for officers and supervisors in high-pressure encounters

This course is available as a digital download or DVD, making it accessible for individual officers, agencies, and academies.

Key Benefits for Officers & Agencies

• Stay compliant with current use-of-force standards

• Improve decision-making skills in tense encounters

• Reduce liability through best-practice de-escalation tactics

• Ensure training aligns with the latest Supreme Court rulings

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Who should take this course?
A: Patrol officers, supervisors, academy cadets, training coordinators, and anyone responsible for law enforcement decision-making in the field.

Q: Does this course cover Supreme Court rulings?
A: Yes. The training explains the rulings in Graham v. Connor and Barnes v. Felix, clarifying how “objective reasonableness” applies to use-of-force cases.

Q: Is this course focused only on the George Floyd case?
A: While the George Floyd stop serves as a central case study, the program expands into nationwide implications, court rulings, and modern de-escalation expectations.

Q: How long is the course?
A: The training runs approximately 57 minutes and can be paused or replayed for group discussion.

Q: What formats are available?
A: The program is available as a digital download for instant access or on DVD for department use.