Areas of Inquiry by a Court When Assessing Issues of Use

question 40

Multiple Choice

Areas of inquiry by a court when assessing issues of use of force by police when making an arrest include:

• A) Was it reasonable for the police to have used physical force in making the arrest?
• B) How much force was reasonable for the police to have used under the circumstances?
• C) Both a and b
• D) Either a or b

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Definitions:

Specific Performance

A legal remedy requiring a party to fulfill their obligations under a contract, rather than paying damages for failure to do so.

Lack of Capacity

A legal term referring to an individual's inability to enter into a contract due to mental incompetence or age.

Duress

Unlawful pressure exerted upon a person to coerce them into an action against their will, often making a contract voidable.

Undue Influence

An unfair manipulation by one person over another, often leading the influenced party to make decisions that are not in their best interest.