What are the three types of people we handcuff?

• A. Totally cooperative
• B. Potentially uncooperative
• C. Totally uncooperative
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Handcuffing is a control tool used whenever someone must be detained, regardless of how cooperative they initially seem. In training you encounter three possibilities for how a person may respond: totally cooperative, potentially uncooperative, or totally uncooperative. It’s common to cuff someone who is cooperative to ensure safety during transport or processing, to cuff someone who might become uncooperative so you’re prepared, and to cuff someone who is actively resisting to prevent harm or escape. Because cuffing applies across all of these scenarios, all of the above is the best choice. Always follow proper technique and policy—double-lock the cuffs and monitor the detainee to maintain safety.