Which type of resistance leads to a deadly-force encounter?

Aggravated active aggression is correctly identified as the type of resistance that can lead to a deadly-force encounter. This classification of resistance involves individuals who not only actively resist but also demonstrate intent to cause serious bodily harm or death to law enforcement officers or others. Such aggression often includes behaviors like attacking with a weapon or attempting to seriously injure an officer, elevating the situation to one that may necessitate the use of deadly force to protect oneself or others.

In contrast, active resistance involves attempts to evade or deny compliance but does not necessarily include the intent to cause harm. Verbal non-compliance requires no physical action but merely involves refusing to obey commands. Passive resistance lacks the immediate threat or intent to cause harm, instead involving non-compliant behavior without physical struggle. Each of these forms of resistance can present challenges, but only aggravated active aggression escalates to the level that can justify the use of deadly force.