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Restraint

Definition in Statutory Guidance

From:

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Code of Practice

The use or threat of force to help carry out an act that the person resists. Restraint may only be used where it is necessary to protect the person from harm and is proportionate to the risk of harm.

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