Current through October 31, 2024
Section 1049.7 - Exercise of arrest authority-Use of deadly force(a) The use of deadly force is authorized only under exigent circumstances where the Protective Force Officer reasonably believes that such force is necessary to: (1) Protect himself from an imminent threat of death or from serious bodily harm;(2) Protect any person or persons in or upon the SPR from an imminent threat of death or serious bodily harm.(b) If circumstances require the use of a firearm by a Protective Force Officer, the Officer shall give a verbal warning ( e.g., an order to halt), if feasible. A Protective Force Officer shall not fire warning shots under any circumstances.