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The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) expresses serious concern about the recent reports of incidents involving the use of force by certain Police Officers and the violent and brutal nature of the force used. The BASL is firmly of the view that the use of force should not be used under any circumtances except as provided for by law. In exceptional and extenuating circumstances the use of force should be minimal and should be proportionate to the circumstances. This position is firmly supported by legislation, the decisions of the Supreme Court and the Regulations of the Police. Incidents of the use of force by certain Police Officers which have been highlighted both in the media and on social media just in the current year alone appear to show a disturbing trend.

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