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When a security guard lawfully detains an individual for a suspected Criminal Code offence, what is their immediate legal obligation?

When making a lawful citizen's arrest, the person making the arrest must promptly deliver the person to a peace officer, as per Section 494(3) of the Criminal C

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Question: When a security guard lawfully detains an individual for a suspected Criminal Code offence, what is their immediate legal obligation?

Answer options:

  • To immediately question the individual about the offence.
  • To place the individual in handcuffs without delay. ✅ To promptly notify the police and transfer custody as soon as reasonably possible.
  • To transport the individual to a private interrogation room for further investigation.

Correct answer: To promptly notify the police and transfer custody as soon as reasonably possible.

Explanation: When making a lawful citizen's arrest, the person making the arrest must promptly deliver the person to a peace officer, as per Section 494(3) of the Criminal Code.

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