Private Security Service employs Olsen as an agent. Without Private Security's knowledge but otherwise acting within the scope of employment, Olsen commits a crime. The state can successfully prosecute
A) none of the choices.
B) Private Security.
C) Private Security or Olsen.
D) Olsen.

Question

Private Security Service employs Olsen as an agent. Without Private Security's knowledge but otherwise acting within the scope of employment, Olsen commits a crime. The state can successfully prosecute​
A) ​none of the choices.
B) ​Private Security.
C) ​Private Security or Olsen.
D) ​Olsen.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Olsen is individually responsible for committing the crime and therefore can be prosecuted by the state. Private Security may not be held liable for Olsen's actions if they were not aware of them and did not condone or encourage them.

Private Security Service Employs Olsen as an Agent