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I think that the answer is yes. They should not have to wait until someone is shooting at them to use their guns. Generally, since this isn't the movies, by the time someone is shooting at you, it's too late. Also, while this is less relevant to Canada, there are many places to hide a gun, including on a body. You can't assume that just because you can't see a gun, that there is no gun.
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Why don’t police have rules of engagement?
I’m legit ignorant here but don’t I see military movies all the time with the all important “rules of engagement”? Don’t fire unless fired upon?
Why wouldn’t we expect this from our keep-the-peace-first cops? Seems only fair if I expect the same from our military.
Except in instances where public safety is a concern, I’d expect police to avoid firing at all costs. But that’s just my view on police.