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absolutely not true...if i am a shop keeper and i suspect you pocketed a twix bar i have every legal right to take you in the back and question you before calling authorities. i do not, however, have the right to hold you for a substantial period of time without cause. only the worst ambulance chasing attorney would side with the people in the dave and buster situation. a half hour of questioning to possibly find a missing child would most definitely fall under reasonable detainment. a citizens arrest is only permitted if a felony has taken place. you cannot arrest someone for jaywalking. false imprisonment is a misdemeanor so citizens arrest does not apply.
This sounds so wrong - IANAL and have no basis but there is no way I'd assist you here and all I see happening is you being charged with assault. As I see your example, I'd say no and not go anywhere but towards the door. You attempt to in any way touch me to stop that progress and delay in contacting the police, as well? I do believe I get a little settlement out of that encounter .... I don't recommend you following your own advice unless you want to be on the wrong end of the courtroom. You would certainly be found guilty of assault at a minimum for your hands and any force to my person.
Back on the topic of DiningBuzz - I really don't care for D&B's food, but don't mind a bit of time every now and again with the games.