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n. a civilian who enforces conduct based on their beliefs or personal sense of ethics without being employed by or affiliated with a government law enforcement agency. The actions of a vigilante can typically range from verbal communication to use of force. However, vigilantes have also been known to call police after catching an offender. Some vigilantes, vigilante groups, or said organizations specialize in targeting a specific type of offender. One of the most well-known types of offender that vigilante groups are known to target and deal with are suspected or confirmed pedophiles. Another example is 1st Amendment auditors and law enforcement officers. They ensure said officials do not violate a person's rights during a police interaction or similar confrontation. 1st Amendment auditors are often known to record their interactions with law enforcement and upload them.
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