Chapl Computer-Based Legal Sources While the previous hard copy sources have provided many legal scholars with invaluable assis tance, today's casual student ill find that much of the information contained in these sources has been made accessible through various computer-based sites. The two best-kno most popular sites are LexisNexis (www.lexisnexis.com) and West Group (www.westpub.com) er good site is Legal Resources (www.paralegals.org/LegalResources). In today's world of electronic communication, information on state laws may also be found through a computer search Summary Although the area of law may appear complicated tools used by security security personnel, and other legal matters can result in serious litigation involving empl as well as the employee to many, it is one of the most importan personnel. A failure to understand offender rights, legal obligations of oyers The preceding materials present an overview of legal issues, but by no means should they be considered an adequate substitute for courses on criminal law, criminal procedure, con- tracts, and other related legal topics. CRITICAL THINKING Why do the courts continue to make distinctions between public law enforcement powers and private sector enforcement issues? Review Questions 1. Why is a practical knowledge of the law important to the security officer and the security manager? 2. What impact does tort law have on the private security industry? 3. What makes an arrest different from a detention? 4. What are the major legal differences between public police and private security officers? 5. Why is the legal term respondeat superior important to the contract security industry? 6. What is the difference between criminal and civil law? 7. The private security industry may enforce criminal law but it is restricted by civil law. How is this possible? References II] Michigan Revised Statutes, Section 338.1051-338.1083 12) 2 Pursley RD. In: Introduction to criminal justice. sth ed. New York: Macmilan; 1991. p.35. 3) U.S. v. Hillsman, 522 F. 2d 454, 461 (7th Cir. 1975)