Limits on Deadly Force by Federal Officers
Official: Uniform Standards for Federal Law Enforcement Act of 2026
This bill sets strict rules for when federal law enforcement officers can use deadly force, aiming to protect lives and ensure accountability. It emphasizes the need for warnings and training to handle dangerous situations without resorting to lethal force.
1. Federal law enforcement officers can only use deadly force to prevent immediate danger of death or serious injury. 2. Officers cannot use deadly force just to stop someone from escaping or to disable a vehicle. 3. Before using deadly force, officers must give a verbal warning if it is safe to do so. 4. Officers are prohibited from firing warning shots, except in federal prisons. 5. The Attorney General will provide training on alternatives to using deadly force.
This bill affects federal law enforcement officers and the communities they serve.