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Is a Car Ever a Legal Weapon? | Durham News
When immigration officers shoot drivers who allegedly rammed into them, is the car really a “weapon”? Legally, yes — but only in extreme cases like drunk driving or intentional attacks. Most police avoid deadly force against moving vehicles to protect bystanders, and fleeing alone isn’t enough to justify lethal action. Experts say context matters: speed, crowd size, and the original reason for the stop all play a role. A fleeing bank robber? That’s different. Just trying to escape a traffic stop? Probably not enough to pull the trigger. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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