In which of the following conditions is deadly force deemed necessary?

Deadly force is deemed necessary when an attack is imminent because this represents an immediate threat to life or serious bodily harm. The key factor is the urgency and immediacy of the threat; individuals are often justified in using deadly force when they reasonably believe that their life or the life of another person is in immediate danger. This aligns with the principles of self-defense, where individuals are legally allowed to use such force as a last resort to protect themselves from a clear and present danger.

In contrast, the other options do not provide the same immediate justification for the use of deadly force. Theft, unauthorized entry, and misinterpretation of orders typically do not present the kind of direct threat to life that would justify a response involving lethal force. Instead, such situations may allow for the use of non-lethal force or other law enforcement measures that do not escalate to the use of deadly force. Understanding the context and nature of imminent threats is critical in evaluating when deadly force may be warranted under the Standing Rules for the Use of Force.