Under what condition should use of force not be videotaped?

The use of force not being videotaped under the condition that a delay would result in serious injury is grounded in the responsiveness and safety of individuals involved. In scenarios where immediate action is required to prevent serious injury, the priority becomes ensuring the safety and well-being of both the inmate and staff members.

Videotaping might lead to delays in the ability to respond effectively, particularly if setting up recording equipment detracts from addressing the immediate situation. This is especially critical in environments where a threat to safety is present, responding rapidly is essential, and the situation may escalate. Therefore, prioritizing urgent action over documentation is reasonable in such high-stakes circumstances.

In other contexts, such as routine interventions, a compliant inmate, or staff unavailability, videotaping could be seen as a more manageable or important aspect of oversight, as it might not interfere with timely action or response when the risks are lower.