What are the laws that Security Officers are allow to enforce while they are on duty?
Are there any laws that a security officer can use or does it depend on each state?
Answer
It appears that it may depend on the state where the security officer works, as well as possibly the nature of the work. For example, in Michigan there is the Licensed Private Security Police Officers Act .
You may need to access your own state's website for additional information.
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A search using keywords like "security officers AND regulations" will return article discussing this type of issue.