Is it really necessary that police officers handcuff everyone?
Yes, Idaho State Police Procedure requires that all persons arrested be handcuffed for officers’ safety and the personal safety of the persons arrested. The only exception to this rule is when persons are old or infirm or their physical condition prohibits the safe use of handcuff restraints. Troopers have no idea who you are or what your intentions are upon arrest and it is difficult to predict behavior under these circumstances. Therefore, if everyone is handcuffed, there is less likelihood of physical assault or injury being inflicted upon either party.
