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Criminal Code Act 1924
31Other cases of preventing escape from arrest
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31 Other cases of preventing escape from arrest
(1) It is lawful for any person who is proceeding lawfully to arrest another person to use such force as may be reasonably necessary to prevent his escape.
(2) This section shall not authorize the use of force which is intended or is likely to cause death or grievous bodily harm.