MA POST Practice Questions - Massachusetts POST Commission Peace Officer Certification Exam

Under Massachusetts law, when is a peace officer justified in using deadly force?

Whenever pursuing a fleeing misdemeanor suspect When the officer reasonably believes it necessary to defend against imminent death or serious physical injury Only when authorized by a supervisor Whenever any felony is being committed

Correct Answer:

When the officer reasonably believes it necessary to defend against imminent death or serious physical injury

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