Which of the following is not typically included in use-of-force reporting?

• A. Weather conditions at the scene.
• B. Type/level of force used, reason for force, duration, injuries, bystander/witness statements, supervisor notification, de-escalation steps, and evidence collection.
• C. Bystander/witness statements.
• D. Evidence collection.

Answer: (A)

In use-of-force reporting, the focus is on documenting the actions and context of the force used: what type or level of force was applied, why it was necessary, how long it lasted, any injuries, statements from bystanders or witnesses, whether a supervisor was notified, steps taken to de-escalate, and the evidence collected to support the report. These elements provide a clear, accountable record of the incident and support review, training, and potential investigations. Weather conditions at the scene do not directly inform the assessment of the force or the incident’s handling, so they are not a standard part of the force report unless they somehow affected actions or safety and are noted only insofar as they’re relevant to the incident.