LETHAL RESPONSE:

Question 1

Deputies may discharge their firearms only under the following circumstances:
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Answer 1

When protecting themselves or other persons from what is reasonably believed to be an
imminent threat of death or great bodily harm,

Question 2

Deputies may discharge their firearms only under the following circumstances:
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Answer 2

To apprehend a fleeing forcible felony subject or a fleeing escapee from a penal institution when
such force is necessary and there is reasonable belief that the subject poses an imminent threat of
death or great bodily harm to the Deputy or the public at large,

Question 3

Deputies may discharge their firearms only under the following circumstances:
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Answer 3

When conducting ballistics tests in a laboratory environment or attempting to verify a weapon is
in working order at an authorized firing range,

Question 4

Deputies may discharge their firearms only under the following circumstances:
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Answer 4

When engaged in authorized shooting exhibitions or competitions,

Question 5

Deputies may discharge their firearms only under the following circumstances:
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Answer 5

When involved in firearms practice or qualification,

Question 6

Deputies may discharge their firearms only under the following circumstances:
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Answer 6

To kill a dangerous animal or one that humane considerations require release from further
suffering; when other means of disposal (such as the availability of Animal Control) are
unavailable and attendant circumstances are appropriate. If possible, permission will be obtained
from the owner (if any) of the animal before it is destroyed. When all efforts to notify the owner
have been exhausted, contact should be made with a supervisor to obtain approval.