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Warning Before Shooting: New Jersey Statutory Definitions

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Training

Citation

Office of the Attorney General, Use of Force: Attorney General's Use of Force Policy § I(b)(3) (Jun. 2000)

Summary and Notes

The NJ attorney general's use of force policy suggests warning before shooting if possible.

Relevant Excerpt

I. Authorization and Limitations. B. Use of Deadly Force. 3. If feasible, a law enforcement officer should identify himself/herself and state his/her intention to shoot before using a firearm.

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