The original standard in the U.S. regarding deadly force was known as the _____.

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The original standard in the U.S. regarding deadly force was known as the fleeing-felon rule, which allowed law enforcement to use deadly force against a fleeing felon. This standard was later replaced by the reasonable force rule, which limits the use of deadly force to situations where the officer or others are at immediate risk of death or serious bodily harm. The dangerous felon rule and public safety rule are not commonly used standards in regards to deadly force.

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