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What do arresting officers consider reasonable or justifiable force in arresting a suspect?

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The amount of force necessary to subdue, overcome, and control any resistance on the part of the arrestee. This may range from simply placing their hand on the arrestee's arm and range from there all the way up to, and including, taking their life.

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