Question: What AFI outlines “use of force?”

Answer: AFI 31-117

Question: What are the 8 preconditions of deadly force?

Answer: 1) self defense

2) defense of others

3) assets vital to National Security

4) inherently dangerous property

5) national critical infrastructure

6) serious offenses against others

7) escape

8) arrest/apprehension

Question: Self Defense

Answer: When an individual reasonably believes they are in immediate danger of death or serious bodily harm.

Question: Defense of Others

Answer: Reasonable force used to defend another person from death or serious bodily injury.

Question: Assets to vital security

Answer: Deadly force is authorized when it appears necessary to prevent the actual theft or sabotage of assets vital to national security.