Practice question

A security guard is asked by a police officer to assist in containing a crowd at a public event. Under which section of the Criminal Code are citizens generally protected when assisting a peace officer in the performance of their duty?

  1. Section 494 - Arrest without warrant by any person.
  2. Section 129 - Offences relating to public order.
  3. Section 34 - Defence of person.
  4. Section 25 - Protection of persons acting under authority.

Answer: D — Section 25 - Protection of persons acting under authority.

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