lawful force
[ˈlɔːfəl fɔːrs]
nounpl: lawful forces
força lícita
1. The use of physical power or coercion by law enforcement or authorized personnel that is permitted by law and complies with legal standards and constitutional protections
The police officer used lawful force to apprehend the suspect who was resisting arrest.
O policial usou força lícita para prender o suspeito que resistia à prisão.
2. Force exercised within the limits prescribed by law, including reasonable and necessary measures for law enforcement, self-defense, or maintaining order
The security guard was trained to apply lawful force only when necessary to protect the premises.
O guarda de segurança foi treinado para aplicar força lícita apenas quando necessário para proteger o local.
In both Brazilian and American legal systems, 'lawful force' is a critical concept in law enforcement and criminal justice. Brazilian police training emphasizes adherence to constitutional limits on force, while American law enforcement operates under 'reasonable force' standards established by case law. Both systems require officers to document and justify any use of force, reflecting international human rights standards.
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