True or False: A person is considered a law enforcement officer by virtue of being a Class A or C licensee.

The assertion that a person is considered a law enforcement officer solely by virtue of being a Class A or C licensee is false. The classification of a person as a law enforcement officer typically requires more than just holding a specific license; it usually mandates formal employment in a law enforcement capacity, such as being hired by a police department or a similar agency.

Class A and C licenses usually pertain to different levels of qualifications or permissions, often relating to security or the carrying of firearms, but do not, in themselves, bestow the status of a law enforcement officer.

To be recognized as a law enforcement officer, an individual must generally be actively employed by an agency that has the mandate to enforce laws. This involves completing additional training, certification, and fulfilling ongoing responsibilities associated with law enforcement duties. Those holding a Class A or C license might have capabilities that overlap with some law enforcement functions, but without employment in an official role, they lack the legal authority and status that come with being a law enforcement officer.