Use of Force Policy

It is the policy of the Marquette City Police Department that its officers will use only that amount of force, which is reasonable and necessary to overcome physical resistance or attack, up to and including the use of deadly force, to affect a lawful arrest and/or to accomplish the lawful performance of duty. Officers are authorized to use reasonable levels of force to protect themselves, other officers, or other persons while under attack, or threat of attack by persons or animals. In support of this policy the Department provides a wide array of training, techniques and implements with the intent of minimizing the intensity and duration of physical confrontations for its officers and citizens. Click here to view the full policy.