MOSCOW (Sputnik) – One of the novelties of the amendment gives the bases, order and conditions for using physical force, special equipment, and weapons by FSB employees. The amendment outlines 11 cases of when weapons may be used, first and foremost, when protecting the lives or health of individuals, including during hostage situations, terrorist acts, or responding to armed attacks against state or municipal facilities.
15 December 2015, 10:53 GMT
It is banned to use deadly force on women, the handicapped, or minors except when one of the abovementioned is directly involved in an armed attack or armed resistance.
FSB employees have also gained the right to take fingerprints and handprints from individuals on the state borders if there is suspicion they may be involved in terrorist activities.
The amendment also prohibits FSB members and their immediate family members from having a foreign bank account.
