What is the main difference between a security guard and a police officer?

What is the main difference between a

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APolice can be on private property; guards cannot
BA police officer is a peace officer with broad legal powers; a guard generally has only the powers of a private citizen
CGuards can lay criminal charges; police cannot
DThere is no legal difference

✓ Correct answer: B. A police officer is a peace officer with broad legal powers; a guard generally has only the powers of a private citizen Police officers are peace officers with statutory powers. Security guards do not have those powers.

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