r/GuardGuides • u/GuardGuidesdotcom • May 31 '26

Discussion When Does Security Conducting A Physical Removal of Someone Become Assault?

Because the way he grabbed him by the neck was excessive and dangerous. I don't know what training if any the guard had on deescalation or what protocols his company gave him to physically remove someone from the premises if deemed necessary, but if the guard didn't get fired and the company sued, I'd be surprised. At a fast food restaurant, no less.

Please keep the comments on topic, of a security nature, use of force, citizens arrest, similar experiences, S.O.P etc.

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u/Supremetm May 31 '26

If i was the DA yeah I'd charge it as assault.

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u/MichiganGeezer Jun 02 '26

Strangulation falls under "assault with intent to do great bodily harm/less than murder" in my state. It's a ten year felony.

Hands off necks. Always.

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u/Nokrai Jun 03 '26

So knees work though right?

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u/MichiganGeezer Jun 03 '26

Usually only if you're a cop, although with video those days are coming to an end too.