Which of the following statements is most true regarding the fleeing felon rule?
A) The use of deadly force against unarmed, nonviolent felons who are fleeing is lawful.
B) Based on Tennessee v. Garner (1985), police may never use deadly force when making an arrest.
C) Based on Tennessee v. Garner (1985), fleeing felons may be apprehended by any means necessary.
D) The use of deadly force against unarmed, nonviolent felons who are fleeing is unlawful.
Answer: D
You might also like to view...
Before training a client or witness in stress reduction techniques, you should
a. get a clearance from his internist. b. get a clearance from her psychologist. c. assess his stress tolerance and other stressors. d. assess her mental health risk.
Sexual offense is often categorized under this crime so that it has a broader scope
a. Sexual attack b. Sexual pasting c. Sexual assault d. Sexual mugging
According to the landmark decision in Crocker v. Tennessee, victims must be presented with, and agree to, a plea bargain before the court will approve it
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
What proportion of criminal justice employees in the United States work at the federal level?
A) Less than 1 percent B) 10 percent C) One-third D) Two-thirds E) Over 90 percent