What is the response when a subject presents a side curl resistance during handcuffing?

When a subject presents a side curl resistance during handcuffing, applying a Transport Wrist Lock is an appropriate and effective response. This technique allows an officer to control the subject's movements while minimizing the risk of injury to both the officer and the subject. The Transport Wrist Lock creates leverage on the wrist and arm, effectively guiding the subject into a position that facilitates the handcuffing process.

Using this method is also compliant with de-escalation strategies. It provides a way to gain control over a resisting individual without resorting to more aggressive tactics, thus maintaining a level of restraint expected in law enforcement situations. By controlling the subject's wrist and applying pressure in a specific manner, the officer can bring the subject into compliance.

In contrast, stepping back or pushing forward could potentially escalate the situation or allow the subject to regain mobility, thereby complicating the handcuffing process. Resorting to lethal force is never justified in scenarios where compliance can be achieved through proper technique and control measures. Therefore, the Transport Wrist Lock is the most effective and appropriate response in this context.