Question

The concepts described in Use of Force revolve around what constitutes a reasonable use of force, when it is justified to use both non-deadly and deadly force, and how courts decide these difficult cases. Explain your choices in this scenario by addressing the following questions. Which principles should officers follow when they decide whether to use non-deadly force? Are they different than those they should follow when they decide whether to use deadly force, and if so, how? How can officers achieve the best possible understanding of these principles to guide them during difficult situations?

Answer 1

(1) Following principle officers follow in case of non deadly force:

If the police officer was trying to apprehend a suspect who he reasonably believed had committed a victimless felony or a felony that involved no risk of physical harm to others, non deadly force is to be used.

(2)Yes, above principle is different.

Following principle officers should follow when they decide whether to use deadly force:

Deadly force can only be used if the police officer has reason to believe that the suspect had committed a dangerous felony. If the police officer had reason to believe that the suspect committed a felony involving the risk of physical harm or death to others such as murder, manslaughter, kidnapping, rape or burglary, he could use deadly force to effectuate an arrest.

(3) Officers achieve the best understanding of these principles by relying on facts at the place of events, clearly understanding situations, and relying on concrete evidences.

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