Scaling Force
Dynamic Decision Making Under Threat of Violence
by Rory Miller; Lawrence A. Kane
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Pub Date Oct 01 2012 | Archive Date Apr 18 2013
YMAA Publication Center, Inc. | YMAA Publication Center
Description
Use too much force and you are going to jail.
Use too little force and you're in for a world of hurt.
Conflict and violence cover a broad range of behaviors, from intimidation to murder, and they require an equally broad range of responses. A kind word will not resolve all situations, nor will wristlocks, punches or even a gun.
In Scaling Force the authors introduce you to the full range of options, from skillfully doing nothing to applying deadly force. They realistically guide you through understanding the limits of each type of force, when specific levels may be appropriate, the circumstances under which you may have to apply them, and the potential cost, legally and personally, of your decision.
- Level 1 — Presence. Staving off violence using body language alone.
- Level 2 — Voice. Verbally de-escalating conflict before physical methods become necessary.
- Level 3 — Touch. Defusing an impending threat or gaining compliance via touch.
- Level 4 — Empty-Hand Restraint. Controlling a threat through pain or forcing compliance through leverage.
- Level 5 — Less-Lethal Force. Incapacitating a threat while minimizing the likelihood of fatality or permanent injury.
- Level 6 — Lethal Force. Stopping a threat with techniques or implements likely to cause death or grievous bodily harm.
It is vital to enter this scale at the right level, and to articulate why what you did was appropriate. If you do not know how to succeed at all six levels there are situations in which you will have no appropriate options. More often than not, that will end badly.
A Note From the Publisher
by Rory Miller and Lawrence A. Kane.
Use too much force and you are going to jail. Use too little force
and you’re in for a world of hurt!
This NEW book will answer your questions about surviving conflict and violence from two experienced experts. Rory Miller and Lawrence A. Kane are award-winning authors, martial artists, and know violence hands-on. Miller is a former sergeant corrections officer and recently assisted the Iraqi government in organizing prisons. Kane supervised security at a Pac-12 football stadium where he was involved with hundreds of armed and unarmed confrontations.
This book will appeal to those interested in criminology, martial arts, and particularly ordinary people interested in self-defense and what to do in violent situations.
Advance Praise
Praise for Scaling Force—Dynamic Decision-Making Under Threat of Violence
By Rory Miller and Lawrence A. Kane
“If you are serious about learning self-protection, and not indulging some testosterone fuelled, celluloid inspired fantasy, then you need a much wider skill set than most appreciate. The knowledge contained within is what anybody who is serious about keeping themselves safe needs to know.” — Iain Abernethy, 6th dan; British Combat Association Hall of Fame Member
“Kane and Miller have hundreds of violent encounters under their belts. They understand the importance of knowing the legal restrictions of force, how to choose the right response level, and how to navigate the trap-filled aftermath of violence. Information they share will keep you from going to prison for ‘defending’ yourself.” — Marc MacYoung, author and martial artist
“This book is one of the best I’ve read about what you may encounter and the challenges you’ll face. Kane and Miller give you their lessons learned without requiring you to pay the fee in blood they had to in order to learn them. That is priceless.” — M. Guthrie, Federal Air Marshal
“This is an incredible book that I will insist all my martial arts and firearms students read. It will undoubtedly save lives and hopefully much anguish.” — Ron Breines, Kyoshi, certified firearms/self defense tactical instructor
“If you’re serious about learning how the application of physical force works —before, during and after the fact—I cannot recommend this book highly enough.” — Lieutenant Jon Lupo, New York State Police
“With exercises and anecdotes, Scaling Force explores the motivations, the decision spectrum and the consequences, because there are always consequences.” — Julie Van Dielen, Law Enforcement Training Resources
“Kane and Miller, two veterans of countless down-and-dirty confrontations, give you the edge to survive a dangerous situation.” — Loren W. Christensen, 8th dan, Martial Arts Masters Hall of Fame member
“Not only provides tools on how to deal with violence, but also when and to what level. The combined knowledge will not only keep you safe and alive, but out of prison.” — Alain Burrese, J.D., attorney, former U.S. Army sniper instructor
“While instruction on the mechanics and techniques of self defense and deadly force is readily available, this book gives you so much more. Better prepare yourself if the day comes when you have to make that ‘life changing’ decision.” — Tracy Getty, Certified Firearms Instructor
Marketing Plan
1. Ads in Black Belt magazine, Qi Journal, Kung Fu Magazine, Foreword Magazine, New Leaf Catalog, Ingram Advance
2. Direct Mail Campaign
3. Internet: Website and email promotions
5. Ongoing Author Tour
6. Distribution of books through NBN
7. Reviews on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Good Reads, Net Galley
8. National Publicist
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781594392504 |
| PRICE | $20.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 342 |
