Violent Encounters Between First Responders and the Mentally Ill

      Violent encounters between first responders, especially law enforcement officers, and mentally ill persons can escalate quickly into life-threatening situations for both parties. Write an essay addressing the items listed below. Explain the main issues generated by contacts between the criminal justice system and individuals with mental illness. Be sure to discuss the legal liability associated with these contacts. How do de-escalation techniques and the use-of-force continuum help officers respond to these situations? Describe how the use of force is a concern for both law enforcement a​‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‍‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍​nd the mentally ill. How does the use-of-force continuum reduce risk for the department? How might alternative approaches like co-responding or team approaches to calls for service impact risk?