Cap. 164 Art. 78Arms.

(1) In exceptional circumstances the Force may, in the execution of its duties, use fire-arms and other offensive weapons or materials.

(2) When assessing the existence or otherwise of the exceptional circumstances mentioned in sub-article (1), consideration shall be taken of the conditions prevailing at the time when the use of fire-arms, or weapons or other materials becomes inevitable to preserve the life of a police officer or of others, or to avert an imminent danger of widespread violence.