indiscriminate force
[/ˌɪndɪˈskrɪmɪnət fɔːrs/]
noun phrasepl: indiscriminate forces
força indiscriminada
1. The use of physical or coercive power without distinguishing between legitimate targets and non-combatants, or without regard for proportionality or necessity
The military was criticized for using indiscriminate force against the civilian population.
O militar foi criticado por usar força indiscriminada contra a população civil.
2. In law enforcement contexts, the application of force without proper assessment of the threat level or without considering less harmful alternatives
The police department launched an investigation into allegations of indiscriminate force during the protest.
O departamento de polícia abriu uma investigação sobre alegações de uso de força indiscriminada durante o protesto.
3. Excessive or uncontrolled use of violence without tactical discrimination
International human rights organizations condemned the indiscriminate force used by the security forces.
Organizações internacionais de direitos humanos condenaram o uso de força indiscriminada pelas forças de segurança.
This term is frequently used in discussions of human rights, police accountability, and international humanitarian law in both Brazilian and American contexts. In Brazil, it is particularly relevant in debates about police violence and military intervention in favelas and urban areas. In the USA, it features prominently in discussions of police reform and civil rights violations. The term carries strong legal and ethical implications, often associated with violations of international law and human rights conventions.
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