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Under what circumstance can a security guard arrest a person for a summary conviction offence on behalf of a property owner?

Section 494(2) of the Criminal Code allows an owner, or person authorized by the owner, to arrest someone they find committing a criminal offence on or in relat

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Question: Under what circumstance can a security guard arrest a person for a summary conviction offence on behalf of a property owner?

Answer options: ✅ Only if the person is found committing the offence on the property.

  • This is never permitted; only indictable offences qualify.
  • If the offence involves theft and the owner has direct proof.
  • If the guard is also a designated special constable.

Correct answer: Only if the person is found committing the offence on the property.

Explanation: Section 494(2) of the Criminal Code allows an owner, or person authorized by the owner, to arrest someone they find committing a criminal offence on or in relation to their property. This power includes summary offences, unlike the general citizen's power.

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