Errant private security officers face stiffer penalties

Private security officers play a key role, as they are often the first line of defence. From Jan 1, security officers who display errant behaviour can be punished by a fine not exceeding $2,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding three months, o
Private security officers play a key role, as they are often the first line of defence. From Jan 1, security officers who display errant behaviour can be punished by a fine not exceeding $2,000 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding three months, or both.ST PHOTO: DESMOND WEE
Published
Dec 24, 2018, 5:00 am SGT
Updated
Dec 24, 2018, 3:10 pm

From January, those who act unprofessionally or don't do job properly can be fined and jailed

harizbah@sph.com.sg

Private security officers who slack off, sleep on the job or come to work drunk will face tougher punishment from next year.

The police have strengthened penalties for such errant behaviour to boost the industry's professionalism and bolster Singapore's defences.

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