Reply to post: Re: Shot while fleeing?

Thought the FBI were the only ones able to unlock encrypted phones? Pretty much every US cop can get the job done

sev.monster Silver badge

Re: Shot while fleeing?

No, resisting arrest does not allow the use of deadly force. Deadly force is only legal if the subject continuing to resist or evade will seriously endanger officers or the public. And allowing it does not mean it is necessary, it is up to the officer's discretion.

Disclaimer: I am not defending reprehensible actions by authority figures. Because someone will surely assume that.

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