Resource Book on the Use of Force and Firearms in Law Enforcement
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Resource Book on the Use of Force and Firearms in Law Enforcement

  1. 194 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Resource Book on the Use of Force and Firearms in Law Enforcement

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About This Book

This resource book explores international law sources relevant to the use of force and the general responsibility of law enforcement authorities for the use of force. It discusses a number of instruments of force, including firearms, and the conditions under which these should be used. It further examines the possible use of force in a number of specific policing situations. Finally, it also outlines good practices for accountability in the use of force and firearms by law enforcement officials.

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Table of contents

  1. Acknowledgements
  2. Table of contents
  3. List of standards and acronyms used
  4. Part 1. Setting the boundaries for the use of force in law enforcement
  5. Part 2. The responsibility of law enforcement authorities
  6. Part 3. Instruments of force
  7. Part 4. Policing situations
  8. Part 5. Accountability for the use of force and firearms in law enforcement
  9. References