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Jen-from-IL · July 25, 2013, 01:33 PM

My take on this is ONLY a LEO has the authority to search. Private security or store management can detain, but I do not believe they can force you to 'empty your pockets'. All that should be happening is a call to the local LEO and they will handle the situation.

Just my take. I could be completely wrong.

July 25, 2013, 01:33 PM	#5
Jen-from-IL Member Join Date: June 13, 2013 Posts: 92	Detained by merchant? My take on this is ONLY a LEO has the authority to search. Private security or store management can detain, but I do not believe they can force you to 'empty your pockets'. All that should be happening is a call to the local LEO and they will handle the situation. Just my take. I could be completely wrong.