[MrMastodonFarm]

Originally Posted by amorak

That's not true. The use of force doctrain says you match force with reasonable force. So in your case, if someone pulls a knife on you, it's perfectly fine to shot them. A knife is a lethal weapon, so is a gun. I have RCMP use of force training, so I am familiar with the use of force wheel

If someone tries to punch you, you can't shoot them, that's not a reasonable response to a punch. But if they grab a sharp ended umbrella, you may have a case if you shoot them, as the umbrella could be being wielded as a deadly weapon, if he's trying to spear you, for example.

It's all about responding with reasonable force - That's what the law asks for. the court cases then happen over whether or not the force used was reasonable.

What about if someone comes at you with a pointed stick, or a banana?