GPSTC Test 3 Use of Force (Exam Review)

GPSTC Test 3 Use of Force (Exam Review) Excessive Force - ANS-force that is not objectively reasonable Graham Factors - ANS-1. The severity of the crime 2. Whether the suspect poses an immediate threat to the safety of officers or others 3. Whether he is actively resisting arrest or 4. attempting to evade arrest by flight Graham v. Connor (1989) - ANS--The Court ruled that "reasonableness " concerning the use of force must be judged from the perspective of a reasonable officer on the scene and take in account of split second decision making in reference to the use of force. -Objectively Reasonable standard Force must be... - ANS-Objectively Reasonable What standard is commonly used for use of force? - ANS-- 4th amendment - which applies to use of force against subjects who have not been convicted of any crime Tennessee v. Garner - ANS-- Deadly force may not be used against an unarmed and fleeing suspect unless necessary to prevent the escape and unless the officer has probable cause to believe that the suspect poses a significant threat of death or serious injury to the officers or others. - The supreme court said that the use of deadly force constitutes a seizure How must the Graham factors be considered? - ANS-