Index
Section 3 of the Criminal Law Act 1967
Summary
Provides a statutory framework for using reasonable force in the prevention of crime or in effecting a lawful arrest.
Rights & Rules
- 01.Right to use force that is reasonable in the circumstances to prevent a crime
- 02.Right to use force to assist in the lawful arrest of offenders or suspected offenders
Penalties
- 01.Criminal conviction for assault or manslaughter if force is deemed disproportionate
- 02.Civil claims for battery if the force used was not reasonable
Verified Citations
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