Which of the following actions requires the use of deadly force according to the standing rules?

The action described as apprehending a person who has committed a serious offense involves circumstances where the threat posed by the individual might be deemed significant enough to justify the use of deadly force. This aligns with the standing rules, which generally permit the use of deadly force when there is an imminent threat to life or serious bodily harm, particularly in cases involving serious offenses that may indicate a higher risk to law enforcement personnel or the public.

In scenarios like arresting a suspect in a non-violent situation, handling minor disturbances, or issuing citations for misconduct, the nature of the offenses typically does not warrant such a severe response. These actions usually involve lower levels of threat, where alternative methods of engagement and de-escalation would be appropriate and preferable. Therefore, only the apprehension of someone involved in serious offenses aligns with the criteria for employing deadly force under the standing rules.