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Under common law in Australia, what level of force is a security guard permitted to use when defending themselves or property?

Any force necessary to detain a suspect, including lethal force. Only verbal commands, as physical contact is entirely prohibited for unarmed guards. Force that is one level higher than the force used by the aggressor. Only force that is reasonable and proportional to the threat faced.

Correct Answer:

Only force that is reasonable and proportional to the threat faced.

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