Crimes Act 1961 - Use of Force Flashcards
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Use of Force
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Section 39 Section 40 Section 41 Section 42 Section 48 Section 62
2
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Section 39
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Force used when carrying out arrest, executing warrant or process. 39 = Handcuffs
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Section 40
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Force used when preventing escape after arrest or someone trying to avoid arrest. 40 = Tunnel
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Section 41
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To prevent suicide or certain offences that are happening right now which would result in injury or damage to property. 41 - Hangman
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Section 42
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Prevent breach of peace. Can relate to anyone but must witness the breach. 42 = Peace Sign
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Section 48
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Self Defence or in defence of another. 48 = Save a mate
7
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Section 62
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Criminally responsible for Excess Use of Force. 62 = In the poo
