Re: Prosecuting a Lost Prevention Agent

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On 9/24/10, John wrote:
> Can a Lost prevention Agent be prosecuted for a non
> productive stop, also called of a bad stop with the Police
> involvement?
> I understand crimes against person, eg... illegal
> detaintion, kidnapping per state stutues. Please help me.
> Im very scared to make a bad stop. I never accuse anyone
of
> stealing even if I witnessed the crime.

Its difficult to ascertain from your statement what
specifically your looking for, I can assume, but assumptions
get nowhere quick!

However, I might add that unless you are a sworn officer-
which i don't think loss prevention officers/agents are-you
are not a government actor and therefor are not subject to
the same processes that restrict a duly sworn officer, i.e.
detentions, stops, questioning, etc. you are acting on
behalf on that company. You could however be subject to a
tort claim, but these days most anyone can. Check with your
legal department is the best advice I can provide you.