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What does section 26 of the Criminal Code state about the use of force?

  1. It is always justified in the line of duty

  2. Individuals are criminally responsible for any excess of force

  3. Force can only be used in self-defense

  4. It can never be used by civilians

The correct answer is: Individuals are criminally responsible for any excess of force

Section 26 of the Criminal Code states that individuals are criminally responsible for any excess of force they use, regardless of if it is in the line of duty or self-defense. This means that even if someone is acting in self-defense or in the line of duty, if they use excessive force, they can still be criminally responsible for their actions. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not fully encompass the statement of section 26. A and D are too extreme in their views on the use of force, while C is partially correct but does not mention the issue of excessive force. Therefore, option B is the most accurate answer.