SOME LEGAL ASPECTS RELATED TO FIREARMS IN THE NATIONAL POLICE OF UKRAINE

Abstract

The article focuses on legal aspects related to firearms in the National Police of Ukraine. The article analyzes the current legal acts that define the difference between the term’s "use" and "active use" of firearms, describes the key scientific views on this issue. The author established the main differences between the concepts of "use" and "active use" of firearms. The article is aimed at analyzing legal aspects regarding the distinction between the term’s "use" and "active use" of firearms by police officers of the National Police of Ukraine. The author conducts an analysis of the legal framework regarding the use of weapons by the police, including international human rights standards, national laws and regulations. The article examines the various situations in which police officers may use firearms, such as self-defense, the protection of others, and the prevention of serious crimes. The authors emphasize the importance of clearly distinguishing between the term’s "use" and "active use" of a firearm, as there is a significant difference between the two. In addition, the article examines the possible legal consequences of the "active use" of weapons, including the requirement for police officers to justify their actions and the possibility of criminal liability if the use of force was excessive or unlawful.