Security in Your Nation

[Marovin]

What is the status of private security in your nation?

Depending on the nation and the laws surrounding the industry, the nature of private security can vary widely. For example - in some nations, security guards may be prohibited by law, whereas in others they may rival (or even outperform) the nation's police. In extreme examples, private security forces can be paramilitary in nature and engage in combat on behalf of their nation or corporate interest.

Private security may be employed as a means to protect certain properties and assets - such as businesses, factories, power plants, banks, schools, churches, hospitals, and other private entities which require full-time security staff. How is it in your nation?

Some questions to guide your response:

- Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation?
- What industries or entities primarily employ security guards?
- What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.)
- What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.)
- Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them?
- Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions?
- How are private security guards viewed culturally? (Positively, negatively, indifferent, etc.)

[Drongonia]

Private security contractors are used in Drongonia for a range of situations.

For example, private companies and city councils hire security guards for buildings and public areas, such as malls, banks, parking lots, public parks and other areas where petty crime or drug deals etc might occur. These individuals usually come under the Private Security Services Act 1980 which allows any licenced security guard to perform a modified version of a citizens' arrest, trespass individuals from businesses or private property, issue fines such as parking tickets in accordance with both city and national laws, and disarm or subdue individuals who are a threat to the public. Licenced security guards are also permitted to carry firearms if they are in possession of a firearms licence. Another place you will find private security contractors are in airports and train terminals. Though the government provides police patrols for all of the nation's larger airports and central transport hubs, smaller areas as well as less used sections of larger hubs are often patrolled by private security guards who act in a similar manner as described above.

To become a licenced security guard in Drongonia (and yes, you must be licenced), you must attend a four-week training course as well as have high school certificate level English skills. Only individuals over the age of 18 are permitted to be licenced security guards, and all individuals seeking to go through the process must have a background check performed. Certain offences such as traffic offences are generally overlooked, however any sort of violent offence being on the individual's record will usually lead to their disqualification.

Any security guard on duty must carry their company-issued ID, as well as their own form of identification such as a drivers/firearms licence or a valid passport. Any armed security guard must carry their firearms licence with them at all times. If a company wishes to employ an individual as an armed security guard, they must be in possession of a valid firearms licence (as mentioned above) and must attend a firearms safety refresher course, usually run by the company.

Most people view security guards neutrally. Some think that the police should performing their roles, while others think it's a good thing that the free market seems to have provided a solution. Crime in Drongonia is relatively rare, and city streets are generally very safe, so most people aren't concerned by the presence of a security guard in the way of "oh there are guards here so there must be crime."

[Vallermoore]

- Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation? Yes, but they are held responsible for their on duty behaviour and can be sued if excessive force is wrongly used.
- What industries or entities primarily employ security guards? Banks, large car parks, certain very rich people.
- What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.) They can ticket wrongly parked cars and arrest those caught committing crime in the place they are guarding, and they can use force but only what is not deemed over the top.
- What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.) One must be between the ages of 18 and 45, have no known criminal record and be able to do the job properly.
- Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them? Yes and yes.
- Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions? Yes, up to the level of AK 47, but rules are strict as to when they can fire them.
- How are private security guards viewed culturally? (Positively, negatively, indifferent, etc.) Mildly negatively as some have used too much violence.

[Lancov]

Any person that works as a private security guard must be licensed by the Ministry of Public Safety after a 14-week training course. They must be at least 20 years old and a high school graduate. The course emphasizes the laws surrounding their occupation and conflict resolution skills. Any felonies and many misdemeanors on their record will disqualify them from being a security guard, as will a history of substance abuse. Security guards can never arrest but can temporarily detain individuals to be picked up by police. Using force is never authorized unless lives are in immediate danger. In this regard they are no different from regular citizens. Some can issue parking tickets on their employers' property if the local government authorizes it.

Security guards are required to wear uniforms while on the job but cannot wear police-style metal badges. Their uniforms are also required to be visually distinct from any police or Marshalcy uniform. Uniformed guards are required to carry their security license on them at all times and must present it for inspection by police if asked. Many companies employ plain-clothes individuals as "undercover security" but these people are not allowed to confront anyone and must stick to observing and reporting only. The public is mostly indifferent to private security, but many actual police view them as poorly-trained wannabes.

Guards who wish to carry a firearm must submit to a long training course at the Ministry of Public Safety with annual refresher exams. They must carry their firearms license on their person whenever they are armed and they won't be allowed to wear the gun off their employers' property. (For example, if they leave to get lunch or something they can keep their uniform on but must lock their gun up at their site.) It is very rare for any organization other than armored car companies and power plants to be allowed to employ armed guards.

Guards can be employed by nearly any company or industry, but the financial industry is the largest employer, as well as sites such as power plants and dams, and even government institutions such as courthouses and hospitals. Nuclear power plants, and anything else designated a National Security Site, receive Marshalcy protection but they may augment their staff with private guards. These individuals receive much more grueling training and stricter licensing than normal security, and have more in common with professional mercenaries than private security.

[Pashtunistani Tribes]

- Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation?
Yes.

- What industries or entities primarily employ security guards?
Mostly the homes of wealthy individuals and the cow-herding,goatherding and shepherding industry.

- What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.)
They have the same rights to defend their employer as that employer has to defend themselves.
- What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.):
No requirements.
They tend; however to be middle-aged former soldiers of good character.
- Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them?
No.
- Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions?
they may carry them unless banned by a judge, insane or convicted of certain offences.

- How are private security guards viewed culturally? (Positively, negatively, indifferent, etc.):
Positively.

[Saranidia]

- Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation?:
Yes.
- What industries or entities primarily employ security guards?: exclusive apartment blocks, supermarkets and nightclubs.
- What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.):
Security guards can use reasonable force to defend persons or property.
- What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.): a background check, fitnesses testing and being over 16 years of age.
- Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them?:
Most employers require uniforms,
They must identification by law.
- Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions?:
They can apply for a license to carry firearms at work.

- How are private security guards viewed culturally? (Positively, negatively, indifferent, etc.):
Positively.

[Greater vakolicci haven]

Private security guards are employed, however have no powers fundamentally different than that afforded to an ordinary citizen. They are permitted to carry weapons, because that is a right guaranteed by the Havenic constitution.

[Ozierri]

- Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation?
Yes

- What industries or entities primarily employ security guards?
Ozierrian national bank along with various military and heavy industry areas vital to nation safety.

- What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.)
It varies from just basic firearms and equipment along with basic law enforcement stuff in most places to deadly force in highly restricted areas.

- What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.)
At least one year as law enforcement or military duty along with at least 20 years old age.

- Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them?
Yes

- Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions?
They can freely carry firearms in most places.

[Civitas Libertad]

- Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation?:
Yes.
- What industries or entities primarily employ security guards?:
Banks, shops and nightclubs.
- What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.):
Depends on whether or not they are a certified private police officer.
Private police officers have all the powers of other police officers, other security guards simply have the right to detain for up to 5 hours and defend themselves.
- What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.): over 12 and not convicted of certain felonies(security guard),
Over 15, highly trained and passed extensive background checks(private police officer)
- Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them?
They are required to carry identification.
- Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions?
They can obtain any firearm with the relevant license.
- How are private security guards viewed culturally? (Positively, negatively, indifferent, etc.): positively.

[Marovin]

The security industry is highly regulated in Marovin. All persons seeking a license must be at least 18 years old with a general education certificate, be in good physical health, have a clear criminal record and be able to pass a drug test. Companies may place further requirements on applicants, such as military experience, higher education, etc. but these are not required by law. Security guards (with the exception of private police) may not wear or display any item that would lead someone to believe they are a police officer, and must present their security license upon request.

Class IV - Limited Security License : This license is required for anyone performing general security duties. A 40-hour training course and passing a multiple-choice test is required. Limited license holders do not have any powers outside those of a private citizen and may not carry weapons or handcuffs.

Class III - Basic Security License : This is for individuals who are required to carry non-lethal weapons and handcuffs. The training requirement is increased to 80 hours and must include specialized training on any weapon that is carried by the guard. Basic license holders can make arrests for crimes committed in their presence and may issue citations for certain offenses committed on their property, such as vandalism, trespassing and drunkenness / drug use.

Class II - Armed Security License : This is for individuals who are required to carry a firearm as part of their duties. Primarily employed by financial institutions, armored car companies, power plants and some transit companies. A company must justify the need for armed security to the government (high crime area, guarding valuables, threat of terrorism, etc.). Training requirement is increased to 240 hours and must include a practical demonstration of skill and critical decision-making with the firearm. Armed guards must carry an approved firearm and ammunition in an approved holster, as determined by a government listing.

Class I - Private Police License : This is reserved for certain institutions, such as universities, hospitals, and housing companies. Must complete a 12-month academy similar to that of the National Police. Has all the authority of a police officer while working on their property.

[Haleck]

The government allows licensed private security companies, but since 1902, has outlawed the hiring of private firms for either security or investigation by the government. Security for all government buildings and offices must be security personnel from within the office's supervising department. Foreign embassies are permitted, and encouraged, to hire local security firms to supplement the embassy's nation's security forces.

[Blodrike]

All security is private in Blodrike—there is no police because there are no laws (except for treason). Types of security can vary widely, from having a rifle under your pillow, to a highly trained private army. None of them are regulated.

[Free Azadistan]

- Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation?
- What industries or entities primarily employ security guards?:
Shops, warehouses, banks, slave markets,
Oil rigs, stables, herds of sheep, cattle or goats.
- What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.):
They can use force to defend life or property like any other citizen.
- What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.): over 16, at least 2 GCSEs, a clean record with regards to serious violent offences.

- Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them?
They required to have badges or ID.
- Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions?
They can provided they have a license.
- How are private security guards viewed culturally? (Positively, negatively, indifferent, etc.):
Positively.

[New Communist Ontario]

Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation?

All entities are run by the state so security is placed where necessary. All workplaces will have some form of a security guard on hand.

What industries or entities primarily employ security guards?

Factories, military bases, political houses, public events and celebrations.

What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.)

They have the power to Arrest and kill if deemed necessary.

What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.)

Police and law enforcement training in a state-run college

Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them?

Yes, they are equipped with standard police uniform

Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions?

Security guards are trained police so they will have handguns in low-risk areas, shotguns in medium-risk, and assault-rifles in high-risk or public events

How are private security guards viewed culturally? (Positively, negatively, indifferent, etc.)

Positively, because many radical capitalist/religious groups have planned terrorists attacks in NCO and have been thwarted by security guards.

[Great Nortend]

Security guards, commonly called watchmen, porters, beadles or wardens, are legal in Great Nortend. It is common for courts, gaols and other public buildings to employ such guards, who are usually employees. Private buildings, such as company offices, railway stations, covered markets, arcades, theatres, cinemas &c. all commonly have guards. Private guards have no powers above that of an ordinary person. They may arrest others, use reasonable force, and issue fines, as any ordinary person can. There are no legal requirements for employment, and there is no requirement to wear any uniform, distinguishing badge or similar. Guards may carry firearms or other weapons in accordance with ordinary laws.

[Astares Amauricanum]

Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation? Yes
- What industries or entities primarily employ security guards? Shopping malls, banks, golf clubs, etc.
- What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.) Depending on the state, they have the power to use lethal force if attacked, can arrest someone but then must give it to custody to a law enforcement agency
- What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.) You must be at least 21 years old, having completed your Military Service, and have a blank judicial record, as well as no debilitating or mental illness uncompatible with the profession.
- Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them? Yes, each company has its own uniform, but it must identify the guard.
- Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions? To carry a firearm, security guards need to pass a special training, usually provided by their company. They must then repass an exam (both written and practical) every three or four years, depending on the state.
- How are private security guards viewed culturally? (Positively, negatively, indifferent, etc.) Guards are usually viewed as another everyday thing.

[The Union of British North America]

- Do private entities have the ability to employ security staff in your nation?
Yes.

- What industries or entities primarily employ security guards?
Generally any industry that utilizes large structures and large groups of people, as well any sensitive industry (defense, finance, research, etc.)

- What, if any, powers do security guards have? (Power to arrest, use force, write tickets, etc.)
Depends on the provincial jurisdiction, generally detaining people who pose an immediate threat to persons and property

- What are the requirements to be employed as a security guard? (Age, education, training, background check, etc.)
Dependent on the provincial licencing regulations, though need to be at least 18 with a post-secondary education of some kind, and prior police or military experience is preferred, and of course background checks.

- Are security guards required to wear uniforms or carry identification / badges with them?
Yes.

- Are private security guards permitted to carry firearms in your nation? Are there any special training requirements or restrictions?
Dependent on the provincial jurisdiction regarding the ability to access firearms

- How are private security guards viewed culturally? (Positively, negatively, indifferent, etc.)
Indifferent.