18 Miss. Code. R. 18-5.5 - Use of Force

Use of physical force is limited to situations where there is a direct, imminent threat to the safety of the student and/or staff and no other alternative is available. To prevent injuries to staff and youth, only the minimal amount of force necessary shall be used to control a youth or situation in the facility.

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18 Miss. Code. R. 18-5.5
Morgan v. Sproat, 432 F. Supp. 1130 (S.D. Miss. 1977)
Adopted 1/8/2024 Amended 12/2/2024

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