Powers introduced last year mean chief constables can grant police-style powers to accredited civilians.
A private security company in Norfolk is the latest group to be accredited to issue instant fines although the move has proved controversial.
So far more than 1,400 people enrolled across England and Wales to issue fines for offences from dog fouling to public disorder.
They must undergo extensive training and vetting, and wear a uniform approved by the chief constable.
Terri Dowty, policy director, Action on Rights for Children described the powers as ridiculous.
She said: "We have a police force and the rule of law in this country.
"This is going to affect young people a great deal because a lot of them don't know what their rights are anyway and are the predominant age group to go clubbing and encounter these doormen. It is a crazy idea."
The Home Office was unavailable for comment.
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