New Franklin Excessive Force ordinance (§ 200.050)
Chapter 200: Police Department · Article I. In General
The City prohibits the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies with its jurisdiction against any individuals and bars the use of any force other than that needed to protect the demonstrator, to control a crowd, to ensure public safety or the safety of officers while persons are engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations. The City also prohibits the physical barring of any entrance or exit of any public facility and will enforce all applicable State laws regarding the same.
Official source: New Franklin City Code, page 2 of the city's PDF
Last checked October 30, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.