Which statement about use of force by state correctional officers is true?

• A. Chapter 945 governs use of force by state correctional and correctional probation officers.
• B. Chapter 944 governs use of force by state correctional and correctional probation officers.
• C. Chapter 776 governs use of force by state correctional and correctional probation officers.
• D. There is no statute addressing use of force by state correctional officers.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that use of force by state correctional officers is defined within a specific statute that governs corrections personnel. Chapter 945 is the one that covers corrections operations and includes the provisions that address when and how state correctional and correctional probation officers may use force, along with the necessary reporting, training, and accountability steps. This chapter provides a unified framework for safety, security, and incident handling in the corrections system, which is why it is the correct reference for governing use of force in this setting.

The other choices don’t fit because they pertain to different topics: one relates to self-defense for individuals rather than officers in the corrections system, and another addresses different aspects or chapters that do not specifically govern use of force by state correctional officers.