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In what circumstances is Officer Sarah justified in using force that may cause death or grievous bodily harm?

When she is feeling threatened by Inmate John's behavior
When she believes Inmate John poses a threat of death or grievous bodily harm to herself and others within the penitentiary, and no less violent means are available to prevent the escape (correct)
When she wants to exert her authority as a peace officer
When she wants to set an example for other inmates

What exceptional circumstances does the legal provision recognize for peace officers to use deadly force?

When they want to punish the inmates
When facing the imminent threat of harm from dangerous inmates attempting to escape a penitentiary (correct)
When they want to intimidate the inmates
When they want to demonstrate their power

What does the use of deadly force by peace officers in specific situations like this scenario considered under the law?

Illegal
Justifiable (correct)
Excessive
Unnecessary

What is the basis for Officer Sarah's use of deadly force?

Her good faith belief that Inmate John poses a threat of death or grievous bodily harm to herself and others within the penitentiary (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must be unavailable for Officer Sarah to justify using deadly force to prevent the escape?

Less violent means to prevent the escape (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of assessing any situation that may require force?

To consider the perceived subject's abilities (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the legal provision discussed in the scenario?

Justification for using deadly force in specific circumstances (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration for the use of deadly force by peace officers in the scenario?

Imminent threat of harm from dangerous inmates attempting to escape (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the good faith belief in the context of using deadly force?

It forms the basis for justifying the use of deadly force (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal recognition for the use of deadly force by peace officers in specific situations?

Justifiable under the law (B) Signup and view all the answers

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