Corrections Act 1997
34CApplication of force
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34C Application of force
[Section 34C Inserted by No. 37 of 2013, s. 14, Applied:01 May 2014]
(1) A correctional officer may use force under this Part only if the correctional officer –
(a) gives a clear warning of the intended use of force; and
(b) allows enough time for the warning to be observed; and
(c) uses no more force than is necessary and reasonable in the circumstances; and
(d) uses force, as far as practicable, in a way that reduces the risk of causing death or grievous bodily harm.
(2) However, a correctional officer need not comply with subsection (1)(a) or (b) if, in urgent circumstances, the correctional officer believes, on reasonable grounds, that doing so would create a risk of injury to the correctional officer, the prisoner or detainee or any other person.