According to the Penal Code, deadly force is NOT justified for what action?

The justification for using deadly force is highly regulated under the Penal Code, particularly when it comes to the circumstances under which it may be applied. In general, deadly force may be justified in situations where there is an imminent threat to life or serious bodily injury, such as in cases of self-defense, defense of others, or preventing violent crimes like robbery.

Preventing someone from committing suicide, however, does not meet the criteria for justifiable use of deadly force. Although the intent to stop a person from harming themselves is noble, the law typically views the act of suicide as not presenting an immediate threat to the life of another person, which is a key component in justifying deadly force. Instead, alternative methods of intervention, such as mental health support or de-escalation techniques, are considered more appropriate and legally justifiable for handling suicide crises.

In contrast, preventing a robbery and defending oneself from assault are actions where the use of deadly force can be justified because they directly pertain to protecting oneself or others from imminent harm or serious physical injury. Similarly, protecting others from harm also aligns with the scenario that could justify deadly force, as it involves an immediate threat to another individual's safety.