Chapter 5 Crimes Act 1961

Question 1

What does section 39 allow?

Answer 1

Forced to be used in executing process or in arrest. The force must be necessary to overcome any force used to resist unless it can be resolved in less violent manner.

Question 2

What does section 40 allow?

Answer 2

Force to be used to prevent escape after arrest or prevent escape and rescue after arrest.

Question 3

What does section 41 allow?

Answer 3

The use of force in preventing suicide or certain offences which could lead to suicide or injury and serious injury.

Question 4

What does section 42 allow?

Answer 4

The use of force in preventing a beach of the peace.

Question 5

What does section 202(a) state?

Answer 5

It is an offence, punishable by imprisonment up to 3 years to be found in possession of an offensive weapon or disabling substance.