"safety scan" ignores local policy files

[andy-maier]

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Safety version

3.7.0

Python version

3.12

Operating System

macOS 15

Feature description

The "safety scan" command ignores local policy files.

I had a few runs that used the local policy file (specified with --policy-file), but now the command says it ignores local policy files.

How can I get it to use local policy files reliably?

Alternatives and current workarounds

No response

Additional context

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