I was speaking in general, as in all facilities do something like this regardless of the charge or destination. Just wondering. That has been my understanding. If I saw my ex in shackles I would be sick. He's a jerk but not dangerous and he's a little guy anyway. I could probably subdue him!

Yes, the excessive force was witnessed by us, plus many of the patients and their families. Of course, they think it was necessary for everyone's safety but what a show. The regular population is just fearful of everything unless they've been there. And so judgmental.