British Columbia Basic Security Training (BC BST) Practice Exam 2025

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When can an SP employ deadly force against a suspect?

If the suspect is attempting to flee
If the SP is confident in overpowering the suspect
If there is a belief that force is needed to avoid serious harm
If the suspect is armed with a non-lethal weapon

The correct answer is: If there is a belief that force is needed to avoid serious harm

The correct response indicates that an individual can employ deadly force if there is a belief that such force is necessary to prevent serious harm. This aligns with the principles of self-defense and the use of force, where the protection of oneself or others from imminent danger is paramount. In situations where there is a credible threat to life or serious injury, the law permits the use of deadly force. This standard requires a reasonable belief that the threat to safety is immediate and severe, ensuring that any response is a last resort. In contrast, the other scenarios do not meet the critical requirement of imminent danger to justify the use of deadly force. For instance, if a suspect is merely attempting to flee or is armed with a non-lethal weapon, this does not present a situation where deadly force is warranted. Additionally, having confidence in overpowering a suspect does not correspond to an immediate threat and does not justify escalated force.