Y35: Legal intervention

Legal intervention represents a group of conditions that are associated with injuries sustained from encounters with law enforcement, excluding operations of war. These injuries can occur during the arrest or the apprehension of a criminal, and can involve a range of physical interactions, including the use of weapons, chemical substances, or physical restraints. Symptoms will generally vary according to the nature and severity of the injury, and may include pain, bruising, lacerations, broken bones, or more serious signs such as difficulty breathing or loss of consciousness. The impact is primarily physical, but psychological effects can also be substantial, particularly following more traumatic confrontations. The progression of these conditions is largely dependent on the initial injury, any resulting complications, and the availability and effectiveness of prompt medical intervention.