Forensic Psych - Police Use of Force

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How often do police use lethal force in Canada?

Less than 0.1% of the time. 

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What are the types of force police use?

Soft Force, Hard Force, and Lethal Force. Police may use a range of methods from verbal commands and physical restraint to non-lethal weapons and firearms, depending on the situation.

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How do courts apply the “Objective Reasonable Standard”?

By the principles of proportionality, necessity and reasonableness.

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The authority of police Use of Force is granted under section 25 of the Criminal Code in 1985.