Per Penal Code "(10)08. Good Samaritan Clause", security personnel possess the right to perform a Citizen’s Arrest. This is a critical responsibility that must be exercised with caution to avoid felony charges of False Imprisonment or Kidnapping ((1)13. Kidnapping).

• Criteria for Arrest: Personnel may only restrain an individual if they have witnessed the subject commit a misdemeanor or greater offense.

• Objective: The sole purpose of a Citizen’s Arrest is to restrain the individual only until proper authorities arrive to assist or assess the situation.

• Legal Warning (Penal Code (1)13. Kidnapping)): Personnel are prohibited from holding or detaining any person by force unless the criteria for a legal Citizen’s Arrest are met. Improperly detaining a person for purposes other than a legitimate arrest may be investigated as False Imprisonment or Kidnapping.

• Pat-Down for Weapons: If a guard has a reasonable suspicion that a detained subject is armed and poses a danger, a "Terry Frisk" (pat-down of outer clothing) is authorized for safety purposes only.

• Search Incident to Detention: Guards shall not search through pockets, bags, or wallets unless the subject gives explicit consent or there is an immediate threat (e.g., reaching for a weapon).

• Evidence: Any items found (weapons, stolen property) should be secured and handed directly to Law Enforcement. Do not "confiscate" items for personal use or department storage.