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Which of the following statements is true about the use of force by law enforcement officers, according to Florida Statutes § 776.05?
Which of the following statements is true about the use of force by law enforcement officers, according to Florida Statutes § 776.05?
- Nonconsensual touching by police is always considered a crime.
- Law enforcement officers are only justified in using force when retaking escaped felons or arresting felons fleeing from justice.
- Law enforcement officers must always retreat or desist from making a lawful arrest if there is resistance.
- Law enforcement officers may use any force they deem necessary to defend themselves or others while making an arrest. (correct)
What could be the potential consequences if a law enforcement officer uses too little force during an arrest?
What could be the potential consequences if a law enforcement officer uses too little force during an arrest?
- The officer may face civil and criminal liability.
- The subject may escape.
- The officer may be injured.
- All of the above. (correct)
Under what circumstances can nonconsensual touching by law enforcement officers be considered a crime?
Under what circumstances can nonconsensual touching by law enforcement officers be considered a crime?
- When the officer is summoning or directing someone to assist in the arrest.
- When consent or an emergency is not present. (correct)
- When the officer is defending themselves or others from bodily harm.
- When there is no probable cause to make an arrest.
According to the text, when can an officer use force in arresting fleeing felons?
According to the text, when can an officer use force in arresting fleeing felons?
What does the text say about individuals who escape from the custody of a police officer?
What does the text say about individuals who escape from the custody of a police officer?
What did the 1987 amendment to the use of force law require?
What did the 1987 amendment to the use of force law require?
According to the text, when is a police officer justified in using deadly force?
According to the text, when is a police officer justified in using deadly force?
What are the two key phrases that must be considered when determining the necessary use of force by a police officer?
What are the two key phrases that must be considered when determining the necessary use of force by a police officer?
What factors should be considered when evaluating the necessary use of force by a police officer?
What factors should be considered when evaluating the necessary use of force by a police officer?
What happens if a police officer exceeds the law on the use of force?
What happens if a police officer exceeds the law on the use of force?
