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Can someone other than a law enforcement officer arrest me?

Question:
Can someone other than a law enforcement officer arrest me?

Answer:
Any person, such as a private security guard, can make a citizen's arrest if he or she sees a misdemeanor being attempted or committed. He or she also can make a legal arrest for a felony as long as it actually was committed, and he or she has good reason to believe you did it. He or she must take you to a police officer or judge who is required by law to take you into custody.