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Training Opportunity: Legally Justified; But Was It Avoidable?

The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department is hosting Calibre Press’ highly regarded course, “Legally Justified; But Was It Avoidable?” — a full-day workshop focused on the tactical, behavioral, and decision-making factors that influence use-of-force encounters.  

📅 Date: February 23, 2026
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Regional Training Center
3805 Cornucopia Way, Modesto, CA 95358

💵 Cost: $219 per person
🔹 Group Discount: $199 per person for 4+ registrants (Code: LJ20) 

This course dissects real-world force incidents — examining both subject behavior and officer stress responses — to help officers improve tactical decision-making, communication, and personal control before a situation escalates. 

📌 Topics include:

• Avoiding unnecessary force through better tactics
• Human performance under stress
• Decision-making breakdowns and stress response
• Emotional regulation in critical incidents
• Mid-event disengagement strategies
• Slowing the pace to reduce risk

🔗 Register Online: calibrepress.com
📩 Group registration assistance: madeline@calibrepress.com