Principle

CRIMINAL LAW — Defences — Lawful Arrest — Use of Force Under Section 33(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Section 33(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution permits the use of reasonable force in the course of lawful arrest or prevention of escape from lawful custody. Similarly, the Criminal Procedure Law authorizes police officers to break doors to effect entry for arrest. However, these provisions are…

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