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A security guard observes an individual spray-painting graffiti on the wall of a building they are contracted to protect. The individual attempts to flee. According to the Criminal Code of Canada's provisions for citizen's arrest, what action can the security guard take?

Section 494(2) of the Criminal Code permits an owner or a person in lawful possession of property (or a person authorized by them) to arrest without warrant a p

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Question: A security guard observes an individual spray-painting graffiti on the wall of a building they are contracted to protect. The individual attempts to flee. According to the Criminal Code of Canada's provisions for citizen's arrest, what action can the security guard take?

Answer options: ✅ Apprehend the individual as they were found committing a criminal offence (mischief) on the property.

  • Immediately use a taser or pepper spray to incapacitate the individual.
  • Only record the incident with a camera and report it to the owner.
  • Issue a verbal warning and allow the individual to leave, then notify police.

Correct answer: Apprehend the individual as they were found committing a criminal offence (mischief) on the property.

Explanation: Section 494(2) of the Criminal Code permits an owner or a person in lawful possession of property (or a person authorized by them) to arrest without warrant a person whom he finds committing a criminal offence on or in relation to that property.

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