Most law enforcement officers go their whole career without ever having to discharge a firearm. When the situation calls for an officer to use deadly force many issues come up in very rapid succession. Deceisions that have to made in split seconds are reviewed by the department, the courts and the court of public opinion.

Watch the video by retired Police Captain Bill Pecci of the Stuart Police Department as he recounts being in an officer involved shooting. Pay special attention to his evolving view of the situation as he goes through continuum of force options from lawful commands to nonlethal force up til use of potentially lethal force.

review at least five (5) things you learned from the video.