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A security guard working in Alberta observes a person damaging property on private land. The property owner wishes to press charges under the Petty Trespass Act. What action can the security guard legally take at that moment?

Under the Petty Trespass Act of Alberta, a security guard acting on behalf of the owner can ask for identification from a trespasser and detain them for the pur

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Question: A security guard working in Alberta observes a person damaging property on private land. The property owner wishes to press charges under the Petty Trespass Act. What action can the security guard legally take at that moment?

Answer options: ✅ Detain the individual to obtain their identification for the property owner.

  • Immediately arrest the individual for an indictable offence.
  • Use physical force to remove the individual from the property.
  • Issue a notice of trespass and call the police.

Correct answer: Detain the individual to obtain their identification for the property owner.

Explanation: Under the Petty Trespass Act of Alberta, a security guard acting on behalf of the owner can ask for identification from a trespasser and detain them for the purpose of identification, but not to effect an arrest for the trespass itself.

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