Deadly Force

Question 1

Definition of Deadly Force?

Answer 1

Force that is likely to cause or that a person knows or should know should would create substantial risk of causing death or serious bodily harm or injury.

Question 2

7 Justifications of Deadly Force

Answer 2

1. Self defense and defense of other DOD personnel.
2. Defense of others
3. Protecting asserts vital to National Security.
4. Protecting inherently dangerous property.
5. Protecting national critical infrastructure.
6. Performing an arrest or apprehension or preventing escape.
7. Defending against vicious animals.

Question 3

What is Serious Bodily Harm?

Answer 3

Bodily harm or injury that involves substantial risk of death, extreme physical pain, protracted and obvious disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of a body member, organ, or mental facility.

Question 4

Deadly Force Triangle?

Answer 4

Opportunity, Capability and Intent

Question 5

What is the Use of Force Continuum?

Answer 5

Presence, Verbal, Soft Controls, Hard Controls, Intermediate Weapon, Deadly Force.