Who is ultimately responsible for the Use of Force Reports in the unit?

The commanding officer (CO) holds ultimate responsibility for Use of Force Reports within the unit. This responsibility entails overseeing all operations and ensuring compliance with established laws, regulations, and policies regarding the use of force. The CO must ensure that proper procedures are followed when such incidents occur and that thorough investigations and reports are completed accurately.

While other roles in the unit, such as the officer in charge (OIC) or the individual who executed the force, play significant parts in the immediate reporting and processing of these incidents, the final accountability lies with the commanding officer. The CO must review the reports to ensure that they meet the standards required and reflect the actions taken appropriately, contributing to transparency and accountability within the unit. Administrative staff may assist in the processing of these reports, but they do not hold the same level of responsibility for their accuracy and completeness as the commanding officer does.