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After making a lawful citizen's arrest, what does the Criminal Code require the security guard to do next?

Section 494(3) of the Criminal Code states that anyone who makes an arrest without a warrant shall 'forthwith' (immediately) deliver the person to a peace offic

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Question: After making a lawful citizen's arrest, what does the Criminal Code require the security guard to do next?

Answer options:

  • Take the person to the security office for a 2-hour interrogation.
  • Release the person once they promise not to return. ✅ Turn the person over to the police as soon as possible.
  • Drive the person to the nearest police station in your personal car.

Correct answer: Turn the person over to the police as soon as possible.

Explanation: Section 494(3) of the Criminal Code states that anyone who makes an arrest without a warrant shall 'forthwith' (immediately) deliver the person to a peace officer (police). Keeping them for an extended period for questioning is illegal.

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