Rhode Island H8293 allows non-sworn public safety officers and security guards at private colleges and universities to detain individuals for up to.

Rhode Island H8293 permits non-sworn public safety officers and security guards at private colleges and universities to detain individuals for up to 30 minutes within the campus’s jurisdiction if they believe a criminal offense has been committed. The detaining officer or guard must immediately request assistance from state or local police and must not detain the individual beyond the 30-minute limit while waiting for police assistance. All officers and guards must be trained in the proper use of restraint devices and follow recognized use of force policies.

Rhode Island H8293 allows non-sworn public safety officers and security guards at private colleges and universities to detain individuals for up to.

Rhode Island H8293 permits non-sworn public safety officers and security guards at private colleges and universities to detain individuals for up to 30 minutes within the campus’s jurisdiction if they believe a criminal offense has been committed. The detaining officer or guard must immediately request assistance from state or local police and must not detain the individual beyond the 30-minute limit while waiting for police assistance. All officers and guards must be trained in the proper use of restraint devices and follow recognized use of force policies.