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Force

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Abstract

(1) The physical application of violence or constraint, whether by a weapons system or other means of DETENTION (e.g. holding in a cell) Usually distinct from the threat of such application. (2) An organised group of personnel or units (e.g. a POLICE FORCE).
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAustralian Law Dictionary
EditorsTrischa Mann
Place of PublicationSouth Melbourne, Australia
PublisherOxford University Press
Pages257-257
Edition1
ISBN (Print)9780195557558
Publication statusPublished - 31 Dec 2010

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 14 - Life Below Water
    SDG 14 Life Below Water
  2. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Keywords

  • Law
  • International Law (excl International Trade Law)

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