Legal Boundaries for Oklahoma Private Investigators and Security Guards

By the end of this course, students should be able to: -Explain the limits of PI and security authority -Identify stalking and unlawful detention risks -Apply Oklahoma private arrest and merchant detention principles -Recognize when force or restraint becomes excessive -Document actions clearly for review by supervisors, clients, attorneys, regulators, or courts Senior Field Leader Note: Memorize and understand these three role definitions—you may need to explain them clearly under cross-examination. Police Officer: Serves the community by enforcing laws, protecting life and property, maintaining order, and preventing crime at local, state, or federal levels. Security Guard: Protects people, property, and assets; operates under the principles of detect, deter, observe, and report. Private Investigator: A licensed professional who gathers facts, conducts research, and develops evidence for clients in legal, business, or personal matters.