What Was the Historical "Fleeing Felon Rule

question 62

Multiple Choice

What was the historical "fleeing felon rule"?

• A)It said that officers could use deadly force against any felon who tried to flee
• B)It said that officers could only use deadly force against a felon who resisted,not one who fled
• C)It said that officers could use their discretion when dealing with a fleeing felon
• D)It said that officers should assess the threat a felon posed to them or the public

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