Practice question

Under California law, when is a CHP officer legally justified in using deadly force?

  1. Whenever a suspect refuses to comply with orders
  2. Only when necessary to defend against an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury
  3. Whenever a felony has been committed
  4. At the officer's sole discretion in any dangerous situation

Answer: B — Only when necessary to defend against an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury

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