Force Applied by a Police Officer That Is Likely or Intended

question 61

Multiple Choice

Force applied by a police officer that is likely or intended to cause death is known as

• A)deadly force.
• B)aggressive force.
• C)less than lethal force.
• D)non-deadly force.

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Definitions:

Taking A Side

The act of supporting one party or viewpoint over another in a dispute or conflict.

Mediation

A facilitated negotiation process wherein a neutral third party helps disputing sides find a mutually acceptable resolution.

Adjudication

The process of making a formal decision or judgement in a dispute or legal case.

Power Imbalances

Situations where there is an unequal distribution of power among parties, often leading to one party having dominance over the other.