Which of the following is TRUE regarding police and security rights and responsibilities?

Question

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Responses

Police officers have more authority when it comes to searches but not questioning on private property.

Police officers have more authority when it comes to searches but not questioning on private property.

Security officers can make arrests on private property while police officers cannot.

Security officers can make arrests on private property while police officers cannot.

Police officers are responsible for protecting private property, while security officers defend the general public.

Police officers are responsible for protecting private property, while security officers defend the general public.

Security officers can monitor much broader areas while police officers are confined to securing only what has been assigned them by their employer.

Answer 1

The statement that best captures the distinction between police officers and security officers is:

"Police officers have more authority when it comes to searches but not questioning on private property."

This is generally true as police officers have greater authority under the law to conduct searches and enforce laws compared to security officers, who typically operate under property owner rules and regulations. However, it's important to note that police do have the authority to question individuals on private property, especially if they have probable cause or are conducting an investigation. Hence, the phrasing of the statement could lead to some confusion. The true distinction lies in their levels of authority and jurisdiction. The other options provided either misstate the roles or inaccurately describe their powers.