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Business and Professions Code

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This part may be cited as the Real Estate Law. This section says chapter definitions apply only to this part, unless the text says otherwise. “Commissioner” means the Real Estate Commissioner. “Department” means the Department of Real Estate in the Business and Consumer Services Agency. This section says certain references like “bureau” and “Real Estate Division” mean the Department of Real Estate, and it states the section becomes operative on July 1, 2018.

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  1. 7583.36.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A licensee must not let an employee carry tear gas or another nonlethal chemical agent until the licensee has confirmed the employee is proficient in its use.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.36. A licensee shall not permit any employee to carry tear gas or any other nonlethal chemical agent prior to ascertaining that the employee is proficient in the use of tear gas or other nonlethal chemical agent. Evidence of proficiency shall include a certificate from a training facility approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services that the person is proficient in the use of tear gas or any other nonlethal chemical agent. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 325, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  2. 7583.37.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may assess specified fines, and licensees, qualified managers, and registered security guards are barred from certain weapon-related conduct while performing licensed duties.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.37. The director may assess fines as enumerated in Article 7 (commencing with Section 7587). Assessment of administrative fines shall be independent of any other action by the bureau or any local, state, or federal governmental agency that may result from a violation of this article. In addition to other prohibited acts under this chapter, no licensee, qualified manager, or registered security guard shall, during the course and scope of licensed activity, do any of the following: (a) Carry any inoperable, replica, or other simulated firearm. (b) Use a firearm in violation of the law, or in knowing violation of the standards for the carrying and usage of firearms as taught in the course of training in the carrying and use of firearms. Unlawful or prohibited uses of firearms shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) Illegally using, carrying, or possessing a dangerous weapon. (2) Brandishing a weapon. (3) Drawing a weapon without proper cause. (4) Provoking a shooting incident without cause. (5) Carrying or using a firearm while on duty while under the influence of alcohol or dangerous drugs. (6) Carrying or using a firearm of a caliber for which a firearms permit has not been issued by the bureau. (7) Carrying or using a firearm while performing duties not related to the qualifying license or registration to which the bureau associated the firearms permit. (c) Carry or use a baton in the performance of their duties, unless they have in their possession a valid baton certificate. (d) Carry or use tear gas or any other nonlethal chemical agent in the performance of their duties unless they have in their possession proof of completion of a course in the carrying and use of tear gas or any other nonlethal chemical agent. (e) Carry a concealed pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person unless one of the following circumstances applies: (1) The person has been issued a permit to carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person in a concealed manner by a local law enforcement agency pursuant to Section 26150, 26155, 26170, or 26215 of the Penal Code. (2) The person is employed as a guard or messenger of a common carrier, bank, or other financial institution and they carry the weapon while actually employed in and about the shipment, transportation, or delivery of any money, treasure, bullion, bonds, or other thing of value within this state, as specified in Section 25630 of the Penal Code. (3) The person is an honorably retired peace officer authorized to carry a concealed firearm pursuant to Section 25650 of the Penal Code or Article 2 (commencing with Section 25450) of Chapter 2 of Division 5 of Title 4 of Part 6 of the Penal Code. (4) The person is a duly appointed peace officer, as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code, who is authorized to carry a concealed firearm in the course and scope of their employment pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 25450) of Chapter 2 of Division 5 of Title 4 of Part 6 of the Penal Code. (f) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2024. (Repealed (in Sec. 30) and added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 31. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative January 1, 2024, by its own provisions.)
  3. 7583.38.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A city, county, or city and county may regulate private patrol operator uniforms, insignias, and vehicles so they are clearly distinguishable from local regular law enforcement.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.38. A city, county, or city and county may regulate the uniforms and insignias worn by uniformed employees of a private patrol operator and vehicles used by a private patrol operator to make the uniforms and vehicles clearly distinguishable from the uniforms worn by, and the vehicles used by, local regular law enforcement officers. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  4. 7583.39.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The bureau requires insurance on file for license issuance and maintenance, and insurers and licensees must provide and report insurance-related proof and information.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.39. (a) The bureau shall require, as a condition precedent to the issuance, reinstatement, reactivation, renewal, or continued maintenance of a license, that the applicant or licensee file or have on file with the bureau, an insurance policy, as defined in Section 7583.40. (b) If a licensee fails to maintain sufficient insurance, as required by this section, or fails to provide proof of the required insurance policy upon request by the bureau, the license shall be automatically suspended by operation of law until the date that the licensee provides proof to the bureau of compliance with the insurance coverage requirement. Prior to an automatic suspension, the bureau shall notify the licensee, in writing, that it has 30 days to provide proof to the bureau of having the required insurance policy or the license shall be automatically suspended. (c) (1) A Certificate of Liability Insurance issued by an authorized agent or employee of the insurer shall be submitted to the bureau electronically, or in a manner authorized by the bureau, for an insurance policy secured by a licensee in satisfaction of this section. The insurer shall list the bureau as the certificate holder for the purposes of receiving notifications related to the policy’s status. (2) An insurer issuing a Certificate of Liability Insurance pursuant to paragraph (1) shall report the following information to the bureau for an insurance policy required by this section: (A) The name of the insured. (B) The licensee’s license number. (C) The policy number. (D) The dates that coverage is scheduled to commence and end. (E) The cancellation date, if applicable. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 36. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  5. 7583.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Security guards or patrolpersons, and their employers, must file a written firearm-discharge incident report with the director within 7 days, and send a copy to the local police or sheriff’s department within 7 days.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.4. Any person registered as a security guard or patrolperson, and the employer of the security guard or patrolperson, shall deliver to the director a written report describing fully the circumstances surrounding any incident involving the discharge of any firearm in which he or she was involved while acting within the course and scope of his or her employment, within seven days after the incident. The report shall be made on a form prescribed by the director which shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (a) The name, address, and date of birth of the guard or patrolperson. (b) The registration number of the guard or patrolperson. (c) The firearm permit number and baton permit number of the guard or patrolperson, if applicable. (d) The name of the employer of the person. (e) The description of any injuries and damages that occurred. (f) The identity of all participants in the incident. (g) Whether a police investigation was conducted relating to the incident. (h) The date and location of the incident. Any report may be investigated by the director to determine if any disciplinary action is necessary. A copy of the report delivered to the director pursuant to this section shall also be delivered within seven days of the incident to the local police or sheriff’s department which has jurisdiction over the geographic area where the incident occurred. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 23. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  6. 7583.40.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    This article defines “insurance policy” as a commercial general liability policy from an insurer authorized to do business in the state, with at least $1,000,000 in coverage for one loss or occurrence involving bodily injury, death, or property damage.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.40. “Insurance policy,” as used in this article, means a commercial general liability policy of insurance issued by an insurance company authorized to transact business in this state that provides minimum limits of insurance of one million dollars ($1,000,000) for any one loss or occurrence due to bodily injury, including death, or property damage, or both. (Amended by Stats. 2014, Ch. 423, Sec. 4. (AB 2220) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  7. 7583.41.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A licensee must provide the bureau proof that it maintains the required insurance policy when asked.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.41. Proof that a licensee maintains an insurance policy as required by this article shall be provided by the licensee to the bureau upon demand. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  8. 7583.42.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A private patrol operator must maintain the insurance policy required by this article, or the license may be suspended.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.42. The failure of a private patrol operator to maintain an insurance policy as required by this article shall constitute grounds for the suspension of the private patrol operator’s license. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  9. 7583.45.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Security guards at K–12 school districts or community college districts must complete the specified training and meet fingerprint/background-check conditions before being hired or continuing as school security officers.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.45. (a) (1) Every security guard working on the property of a K–12 school district or community college district pursuant to a contract with a private licensed security agency shall complete the latest course of training developed by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services of the Department of Consumer Affairs. The course shall be developed in consultation with the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. (2) For purposes of this subdivision, “school district” includes a school district, county office of education, and charter school. (b) (1) A security guard required to register pursuant to this chapter who completes the course of training specified in subdivision (a) shall not be hired on contract to work and shall not continue to work as a school security officer on the property of a K–12 school district or community college district unless both of the following conditions are met: (A) (i) The applicant or contracted employee has submitted two copies of their fingerprints on forms or electronically, as prescribed by the Department of Justice, to the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services of the Department of Consumer Affairs. The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services of the Department of Consumer Affairs shall submit the fingerprints to the Department of Justice, which shall submit one copy of the fingerprints to the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation. (ii) An applicant or contracted employee who holds a permanent registration with the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services as a security guard need only submit one copy of their fingerprints, which copy shall be submitted to the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation. (iii) An applicant or contracted employee who is registered by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services, and who holds a firearms qualification card as specified in Section 7583.22, is exempt from the requirements of this subdivision. (B) The applicant or contracted employee has been determined not to be prohibited from employment by a K–12 school district pursuant to Sections 44237 and 45122.1 of the Education Code or legally prohibited from employment by a community college, and had been determined by the Department of Justice not to be a person prohibited from possessing a firearm if the applicant is required to carry a firearm. (2) The Department of Justice may participate in the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) in lieu of submitting fingerprints to the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation in order to meet the requirements of this subdivision relating to firearms. (c) For purposes of this section, “security guard” means any person primarily employed or assigned to provide security services as a watchperson, security guard, or patrolperson on or about premises owned or operated by a school district to protect persons or property, to prevent the theft or unlawful taking of district property of any kind, or to report any unlawful activity to the district and local law enforcement agencies. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 475, Sec. 1. (SB 390) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  10. 7583.46.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A private patrol operator may not retaliate against an employee for disclosing related information to a government or law enforcement agency. A person harmed by that retaliation may bring a claim within three years, and intentional violations can lead to damages liability.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.46. (a) (1) It shall be a violation of Section 1102.5 of the Labor Code for a private patrol operator to discharge, demote, threaten, or in any manner discriminate against an employee in the terms and conditions of his or her employment, for disclosing information or causing information to be disclosed, to a government or law enforcement agency, when the information is related to conduct proscribed in this chapter. (2) A private patrol operator who intentionally violates this subdivision shall be liable in an action for damages brought against him or her by the injured party. (b) A person who believes that he or she has been discharged, demoted, threatened, or in any other manner discriminated against in the terms and conditions of his or her employment, because that person disclosed or caused information to be disclosed to a government or law enforcement agency, may bring a claim against the private patrol operator within three years of the date of the discharge, demotion, threat, or discrimination. (c) Neither the bureau nor the department is responsible for resolving claims under this section. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 884, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  11. 7583.47.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    An applicant for a firearms permit who is a registered security guard must complete a bureau-approved assessment, and the bureau must run the process and use the results when deciding whether to issue the permit.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.47. (a) As used in this section, “assessment” means the application of a testing instrument identified by the bureau that evaluates whether an applicant for a firearms permit who is a registered security guard, at the time of the assessment, possesses appropriate judgment, restraint, and self-control for the purposes of carrying and using a firearm during the course of their security guard duties. (b) The applicant shall complete the assessment, as specified in this section. (c) (1) The bureau shall implement a process to administer the assessment specified in this section. The establishment of the assessment and the process for administering the assessment shall not be subject to the requirements of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (2) The bureau shall consult with a California licensed psychologist, psychologists, or other persons with subject matter expertise, whose minimum duties shall include, but are not limited to, assisting the bureau with all of the following: (A) Establishing criteria for a contract with a vendor to administer the assessment. (B) Identifying minimum standards for the assessment. (C) Evaluating currently available assessments. (D) Providing consultative services on the bids received by the bureau from third-party vendors seeking to administer and interpret the assessment, to ensure both of the following: (i) Compliance with the applicable standards of care for the administration and interpretation of such assessments. (ii) The assessment will be administered in accordance with the assessment manufacturer’s requirements. (3) The bureau shall contract with a third-party vendor to administer the assessment. All third-party vendors seeking to administer the assessment must meet the minimum standards established by the bureau, its consultants, and the assessment manufacturer’s requirements for administering the assessment. Considerations for the third-party vendor contract shall include, but are not limited to, all of the following: (A) Cost to the applicant to complete the assessment. (B) Geographic accessibility statewide of the assessment to applicants. (C) Assessment compliance with the established minimum standards for the assessment and assessment process. (D) Ensuring an assessment carried out on an applicant complies with the applicable professional standards of care for such assessments, as well as the assessment manufacturer’s requirements for administering the assessment. (d) The applicant, or the applicant’s designee or employer if the employer voluntarily chooses, shall bear the cost of the assessment. (e) Within 30 days of administering an applicant’s assessment, the vendor shall directly provide the bureau, on a form and in a manner prescribed by the bureau, the applicant’s assessment results. If the results of the applicant’s assessment indicate that the applicant is incapable of exercising appropriate judgment, restraint, and self-control for the purposes of carrying and using a firearm during the course of the applicant’s duties, at the point in time of the evaluation, the bureau shall not issue a firearms permit. If the applicant fails the assessment, the applicant may complete another assessment no earlier than 180 days after the results of the previous assessment are provided to the bureau. (f) The application shall be deemed incomplete until the bureau receives the results of the applicant’s assessment and the results indicate that the applicant is capable of exercising appropriate judgment, restraint, and self-control for the purposes of carrying and using a firearm during the course of the applicant’s duties. (g) Notwithstanding any other law, an applicant who fails the assessment shall not be entitled to an administrative hearing or an appeal subject to Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. However, such an applicant who is denied a firearms permit may request review of the denial pursuant to Section 7583.29. (h) The bureau may prescribe, adopt, and enforce emergency regulations, and promulgate regulations to implement this section. Any emergency regulation prescribed, adopted, or enforced pursuant to this section shall be adopted in accordance with Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, and for purposes of that chapter, including Section 11349.6 of the Government Code, the adoption of the regulation is an emergency and shall be considered by the Office of Administrative Law as necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety, and general welfare. (i) The assessment required pursuant to this section shall be subject to review by the appropriate policy committees of the Legislature. The review shall be performed as if this section was scheduled to be repealed as of January 1, 2029. (j) Nothing in this section requires any private business entity that contracts with the bureau for the administration of the assessment to produce documents related to the content, methodology, results, or scoring criteria of the assessment, or any trade secret, as defined in subdivision (d) of Section 3426.1 of the Civil Code, for any private individual, firm, copartnership, association, or corporation. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 37. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  12. 7583.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Security guards, patrolpersons, and licensees covered by this section must complete specified firearm and use-of-force training, and a licensee or uniformed employee may not carry or use a firearm without a valid firearms qualification card.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.5. (a) Every licensee and any person employed and compensated by a licensee, other lawful business, or public agency as a security guard or patrolperson, and who in the course of that employment or business carries a firearm, shall complete a course of training in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force and a course of training in the carrying and use of firearms. This subdivision shall not apply to armored vehicle guards hired prior to January 1, 1977. Armored vehicle guards hired on or after January 1, 1977, shall complete a course of training in the carrying and use of firearms, but shall not be required to complete a course of training in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force. The course of training in the carrying and use of firearms shall not be required of any employee who is not required or permitted by a licensee to carry or use firearms. The course in the carrying and use of firearms and the course of training in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force shall meet the standards which shall be prescribed by the Department of Consumer Affairs. The department shall encourage restraint and caution in the use of firearms. (b) No licensee or uniformed employee of a licensee shall carry or use any firearm unless the licensee or employee has in their possession a valid firearms qualification card. (c) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 8) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 19. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  13. 7583.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Security guard applicants and registrants must complete specified training, keep completion records, and meet renewal-style annual training hours; course providers, licensees, and the bureau also have training, certification, recordkeeping, and approval duties.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.6. (a) Each applicant for a security guard registration shall complete a course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force as a condition for the issuance of the registration. A course provider authorized to provide the training pursuant to Section 7583.7 shall issue a certificate of completion to the person upon satisfactory completion of the training. The course provider shall conduct the training in accordance with Section 7583.7 and any applicable regulations adopted by the bureau. The training shall be administered and certified by a single course provider, pursuant to subdivision (f), and shall be completed within six months preceding the date the application is submitted to the bureau. (b) Except for a registrant who has completed the course of training required by Section 7583.45, a security guard registrant shall complete not less than 32 hours of training in security officer skills within six months from the date an initial registration is issued. A security guard registrant shall complete 16 of the 32 hours within 30 days from the date the registration is issued. (c) A course provider, which is authorized to provide the training required by subdivision (b) pursuant to subdivision (f), shall issue a certificate of completion to a registrant after the registrant completes each training course. The course provider shall conduct the trainings in accordance with any applicable regulations adopted by the bureau subject to this chapter. (d) (1) A registrant who is unable to provide their employing licensee the certificate of satisfactory completion of the training required by subdivision (a) shall complete the training within six months of the registrant’s employment date. (2) A registrant who is unable to provide their employing licensee the certificate of satisfactory completion of the training required by subdivision (b) shall complete 16 hours of the training within 30 days of the registrant’s employment date and shall complete the 16 remaining hours within six months of the registrant’s employment date. (e) A registrant shall annually complete eight hours of specifically dedicated review or practice of security officer skills prescribed in this section, Section 7583.7, or by the bureau by regulation. (f) The trainings specified in this section may be administered, tested, and certified by one of the following: (1) Any licensee, provided that the licensee shall provide the training only to their applicants for employment and direct employees. (2) Any training facility certified pursuant to this chapter. (3) Any organization or school approved by the bureau. The bureau shall approve any instructor of an organization or school who will administer the trainings specified in this section to ensure that the organization or school complies with the requirements of this chapter, as well as any applicable regulations. (g) (1) A registrant shall maintain the certificate of completion the registrant received for each training course prescribed in this section until the registration expires or has been canceled. The registrant shall provide the records to the bureau upon request. (2) A licensee shall maintain at the principal place of business or branch office a record for each of its registrant employees verifying completion of the trainings required by this section for the duration of the registrant’s employment. The records shall be available for inspection by the bureau upon request. (h) This section does not apply to a peace officer as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code who has successfully completed a course of study in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force approved by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training or a federal qualified law enforcement officer, as defined in Section 926B of Title 18 of the United States Code, who has successfully completed a course of study in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force. (i) This section does not apply to armored vehicle guards. (j) (1) The bureau shall develop and approve by regulation a standard course and curriculum for the skills trainings required by this section to promote and protect the safety of persons and the security of property. (2) The bureau shall develop an outline for the course and curriculum described in paragraph (1) in consultation with the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 94, Sec. 1. (SB 652) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  14. 7583.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    This section sets training and oversight rules for the power-to-arrest and use-of-force course, including a required guidebook, department approval powers, and possible disciplinary action for improprieties.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.7. (a) The course of training in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force may be administered, tested, and certified by any licensee or by any organization or school approved by the department. The department may approve any person or school to teach the course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force. The department may review and provide more guidance on courses of training when best practices are updated. The course of training shall be approximately eight hours in length and shall cover all of the following topics: (1) Responsibilities and ethics in citizen arrest. (2) Relationship between a security guard and a peace officer in making an arrest. (3) Limitations on security guard power to arrest. (4) Restrictions on searches and seizures. (5) Criminal and civil liabilities, including both of the following: (A) Personal liability. (B) Employer liability. (6) Trespass law. (7) Ethics and communications. (8) Emergency situation response, including response to medical emergencies. (9) Security officer safety. (10) The appropriate use of force, including all of the following topics: (A) Legal standards for use of force. (B) Duty to intercede. (C) The use of objectively reasonable force. (D) Supervisory responsibilities. (E) Use of force review and analysis. (F) De-escalation and interpersonal communication training, including tactical methods that use time, distance, cover, and concealment, to avoid escalating situations that lead to violence. (G) Implicit and explicit bias and cultural competency. (H) Skills, including de-escalation techniques, to effectively, safely, and respectfully interact with people with disabilities or behavioral health issues. (I) Use of force scenario training, including simulations of low-frequency, high-risk situations and calls for service, shoot-or-don’t-shoot situations, and real-time force option decisionmaking. (J) Mental health and policing, including bias and stigma. (K) Active shooter situations. (11) Any other topic deemed appropriate by the bureau, excluding Weapons of Mass Destruction and Terrorism Awareness, which may be an elective topic only. (b) (1) The majority of the course shall be taught by means of verbal instruction. This instruction may include the use of a video presentation. (2) Paragraph (10) of subdivision (a) shall be conducted through traditional classroom instruction. For the purposes of this paragraph, “traditional classroom instruction” means instruction where the instructor is physically present with students in a classroom for a minimum of 50 percent of the course and is available at all times, including during instruction provided through distance learning or remote platforms, to answer students’ questions while providing the required training. In this setting, the instructor provides demonstrations and hands-on instruction in order to establish each student’s proficiency as to the course content. (c) (1) The department shall make available a guidebook as a standard for teaching the course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force, which may be known as the Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force Manual. The department shall encourage additional training and may provide a training guide recommending additional courses to be taken by security personnel. (2) The development, adoption, amendment, or repeal of the Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force Manual by the bureau is exempt from the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code). (d) Private patrol operators may provide a copy of the Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force Manual to each person that they currently employ as a security guard. The private patrol operator may provide the guidebook to each person the private patrol operator intends to hire as a security guard a reasonable time prior to the time the person begins the course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force. (e) The bureau may inspect, supervise, or view the administration of the test at any time and without any prior notification. Any impropriety in the administration of the course or the test shall constitute grounds for disciplinary action. (f) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 241, Sec. 1. (SB 857) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  15. 7583.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A licensee must not let an employee do security guard work unless the employee’s current, valid security guard registration has been confirmed.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.8. A licensee shall not permit an employee to perform the functions of a security guard without confirming that the person holds a current and valid security guard registration. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 377, Sec. 22. (SB 609) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  16. 7583.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Security guard registration applicants must submit their application, fee, and fingerprints to the bureau, with fingerprint processing routed through DOJ/FBI steps.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Private Patrol Operators [7583 - 7583.47] ( Article 4 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7583.9. (a) The security guard registration applicant shall submit the application, the registration fee, and their fingerprints, either in the form of classifiable fingerprint cards or in an electronic format pursuant to subdivision (c), to the bureau. The bureau shall forward the classifiable fingerprint cards to the Department of Justice. The Department of Justice shall forward one classifiable fingerprint card to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for purposes of a background check. (b) If a private patrol operator pays the application fee on behalf of the applicant, nothing in this section shall preclude the private patrol operator from withholding the amount of the fee from the applicant’s compensation. (c) In lieu of classifiable fingerprint cards provided for in this section, the bureau may authorize applicants to submit their fingerprints into an electronic fingerprinting system administered by the Department of Justice. Applicants who submit their fingerprints by electronic means shall have their fingerprints entered into the system through a terminal operated by a law enforcement agency or other facility authorized by the Department of Justice to conduct electronic fingerprinting. The enforcement agency responsible for operating the terminal may charge a fee sufficient to reimburse it for the costs incurred in providing this service. (d) Upon receipt of an applicant’s electronic or hard card fingerprints as provided in this section, the Department of Justice shall disseminate the following information to the bureau: (1) Every conviction rendered against the applicant. (2) Every arrest for an offense for which the applicant is presently awaiting trial, whether the applicant is incarcerated or has been released on bail or on their own recognizance pending trial. (e) (1) The requirement in subdivision (a) to submit a fingerprint card does not apply to any of the following: (A) A currently employed, full-time peace officer holding peace officer status under Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code. (B) A level I or level II reserve officer under paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 832.6 of the Penal Code. (2) An individual listed in subparagraph (A) or (B) of paragraph (1) may immediately perform the functions of a security guard or security patrolperson provided that the individual has submitted an application, the applicable fees, and their fingerprints, if required to submit fingerprints pursuant to subdivision (a), to the bureau for a security guard registration. (3) This subdivision does not apply to a peace officer required to obtain a firearm qualification card pursuant to Section 7583.12. (f) Peace officers exempt from the submission of classifiable fingerprints pursuant to subdivision (e) shall submit verification of their active duty peace officer status to the bureau with their application for registration. A photocopy of the front and back of their peace officer identification badge shall be adequate verification. (g) Peace officers exempt from the submission of classifiable fingerprints pursuant to subdivision (e) shall report a change in their active duty peace officer status to the bureau within 72 hours of the change in active duty peace officer status. (h) (1) Peace officers exempt from obtaining a firearm qualification card pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 7583.12 or exempt from obtaining a baton permit pursuant to subdivision (d) of Section 7584.1 shall submit to the bureau with their application for registration a letter of approval from their primary employer authorizing the peace officer to carry a firearm or baton while working as a security guard or security officer. (2) For purposes of this section, “primary employer” means a public safety agency currently employing a peace officer subject to this section. (i) In addition to the amount authorized pursuant to Section 7570.1, the bureau may impose an additional fee not to exceed three dollars ($3) for processing classifiable fingerprint cards submitted by applicants excluding those submitted into an electronic fingerprint system using electronic fingerprint technology. (j) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2024. (Repealed (in Sec. 24) and added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 25. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2024, by its own provisions.)
  17. 7584.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. )

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    This section defines “licensee” and “qualified law enforcement officer” for this article.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. ) ## 7584. For purposes of this article, the following terms have the following meanings: (a) “Licensee” means a licensed private patrol operator. (b) “Qualified law enforcement officer” means either of the following: (1) A peace officer as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code. (2) A federal qualified law enforcement officer as defined in Section 926B of Title 18 of the United States Code. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative January 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 7584.6.)
  18. 7584.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. )

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    Most licensees, qualified managers, and security guards may not carry a baton at work unless they meet specified uniform, ID, and permit conditions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. ) ## 7584.1. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), a licensee, a qualified manager of a licensee, or a security guard shall not carry a baton in the course of their employment unless the following conditions apply: (1) The licensee, qualified manager, or security guard is wearing a uniform. (2) The licensee, qualified manager, or security guard carries on their person a valid license, qualified manager certificate, or security guard registration card issued pursuant to this chapter. (3) (A) Except as provided in subparagraphs (B) and (C), the licensee, qualified manager, or security guard carries on their person a valid baton permit issued to them by the bureau pursuant to this article. (B) A uniformed baton permitholder may carry or use a baton while on duty pending receipt of a baton permit if they have been approved by the bureau and carry on their person a hard copy printout of the bureau’s approval from the bureau’s internet website and a valid picture identification. (C) This paragraph does not apply to a qualified law enforcement officer who meets all of the following: (i) The peace officer has successfully completed a course of study in the use of batons. (ii) The peace officer is authorized to carry a baton in the course and scope of their employment pursuant to Section 22295 of the Penal Code. (iii) The peace officer has proof that they have applied to the bureau for a baton permit. (b) This section shall not apply to a duly appointed qualified law enforcement officer who has written approval from the peace officer’s primary employer, as defined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (h) of Section 7583.9, to carry a baton while working as a uniformed security guard. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative January 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 7584.6.)
  19. 7584.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. )

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    A licensee must not let an employee carry or use a baton at work unless the employee has a valid, current baton permit issued by the bureau.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. ) ## 7584.2. A licensee shall not allow an employee to carry or use a baton in the course of their employment unless the employee possesses a valid and current baton permit issued by the bureau. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative January 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 7584.6.)
  20. 7584.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. )

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    The bureau must issue a baton permit if the applicant meets the listed eligibility, training, attestation, application, and fee requirements.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. ) ## 7584.3. The bureau shall issue a baton permit to an applicant if all of the following conditions are satisfied: (a) The applicant is a sole owner of a sole ownership licensee, a qualified manager of a licensee, a partner of a partnership licensee pursuant to Section 7582.7, or a registered security guard. (b) (1) Except as specified in paragraph (2), the applicant has completed the course of training in the carrying and use of a baton specified in Section 7585.9 within the six months preceding the date the application is submitted to the bureau. (2) This subdivision shall not apply to a qualified law enforcement officer, as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 7584, who has successfully completed a course of study in the use of batons within the 24-month period preceding the date of application. (c) A certified baton training instructor has attested under penalty of perjury that the applicant has successfully completed the baton training course specified in Section 7585.9. (d) The applicant has completed an application for a baton permit on a form prescribed by the director, dated and signed by the applicant, attesting under penalty of perjury that the information in the application is true. (e) The application is accompanied by the application fee prescribed in this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 38. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  21. 7584.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. )

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    If the bureau denies a baton permit, it must issue the denial in writing and explain the basis. The applicant must request review from the director within 30 days if they want to contest the denial.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. ) ## 7584.4. If the bureau denies a baton permit, the bureau shall issue that denial of the permit in writing and shall describe the basis for the denial. The denial shall inform the applicant that if they desire a review by a disciplinary review committee to contest the denial, the applicant is required to request review from the director within 30 days following notice of the issuance of the denial. A review or hearing shall be held pursuant to Section 7581.3. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative January 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 7584.6.)
  22. 7584.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. )

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    Baton permits expire after two years if not renewed, and renewal requires filing an application at least 60 days before expiration.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. ) ## 7584.5. (a) A baton permit expires two years from the date of issuance, if not renewed. A person who wishes to renew a baton permit shall file an application for renewal with the bureau at least 60 days before the permit’s expiration. A person whose permit has expired shall not carry a baton in the course of their employment until they possess a valid and current baton permit issued by the bureau. (b) The bureau shall not renew a baton permit unless all of the following conditions are satisfied: (1) The permitholder has filed with the bureau a completed application for renewal of a baton permit, on a form prescribed by the director, dated and signed by the applicant under penalty of perjury certifying that the information on the application is true and correct. (2) (A) Except as specified in subparagraph (B), the applicant has completed the baton training course specified in Section 7585.9 within the six months preceding the month of the permit’s expiration. (B) This paragraph does not apply to a qualified law enforcement officer who is authorized to carry a baton in the course of their duties and who has successfully completed baton training within the 12 months preceding the month of the permit’s expiration. (3) (A) Subject to subparagraph (B), a certified baton training instructor has attested under penalty of perjury that the applicant has successfully completed the baton training course specified in Section 7585.9 within the six months preceding the month of the permit’s expiration. (B) The applicant shall not be the same person as the attesting certified training instructor, and shall not self-certify as having successfully met the requirement of this paragraph. (4) The application is accompanied by the baton renewal fee prescribed in this chapter. (c) An expired baton permit shall not be renewed. A person with an expired baton permit shall apply for a new baton permit in the manner required pursuant to Section 7584.3. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative January 1, 2024, pursuant to Section 7584.6.)
  23. 7584.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. )

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    This article becomes operative on January 1, 2024.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 4.5. Baton Permits [7584 - 7584.6] ( Article 4.5 added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. ) ## 7584.6. This article shall become operative on January 1, 2024. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 32. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  24. 7585.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Applicants seeking a firearms qualification card must complete the training course in the format set by the Department of Consumer Affairs. The bureau’s changes to the Firearms Training Manual are exempt from the Administrative Procedure Act.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585. (a) The course of training in the carrying and usage of firearms, the satisfactory completion of which shall be required of applicants who wish to obtain a firearms qualification card, shall be in the format prescribed by the Department of Consumer Affairs as delineated in the bureau’s “Firearms Training Manual.” The course of training contained in the manual shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) Moral and legal aspects of firearms usage. (2) Firearms nomenclature and maintenance. (3) Weapon handling and shooting fundamentals. (4) Emergency procedures. (5) Prequalification range training, including the firing of practice rounds. (6) Qualification course of fire. (7) Examination which has been provided by the bureau of the subject matter taught. (8) The appropriate use of force, as described in paragraph (10) of subdivision (a) of Section 7583.7. (b) The bureau’s development, adoption, amendment, or repeal of the Firearms Training Manual is exempt from the requirements of the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code). (c) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 16) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 34. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  25. 7585.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    This section defines “firearms course” for this article as the firearms training course described in Section 7585.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.1. For purposes of this article, “firearms course” means the firearms training course as outlined in Section 7585. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  26. 7585.10.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    This section defines “a baton course” as the baton training course described in Section 7585.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.10. For purposes of this article “a baton course” means the baton training course as outlined in Section 7585.9. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  27. 7585.11.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    To offer the baton course, an applicant must file a certification application, include specified information, pay the required fee, and cannot receive approval or certification until a bureau-certified instructor has been approved to teach the course.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.11. (a) Any institution, firm, participating tribe, or individual wishing approval of the bureau to offer the baton course shall complete an application for certification as a baton training facility. The application shall be in a form prescribed by the chief and shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following information: (1) The name, business address, and telephone number of the institution, firm, or individual. (2) A detailed description of the places, days, and times the course will be offered. (3) An estimate of the minimum and maximum class size. (4) Location and description of the facilities. (5) The name or names of the baton instructors who will teach the course who have been certified by the bureau, and their certificate numbers if available. (b) The application shall be accompanied by the fee prescribed in this chapter. (c) No approval shall be given, and no certification shall be issued, to a baton training facility until a baton training instructor who has been certified by the bureau has been approved to teach the course. (d) Upon approval by the bureau of a baton training facility, the chief shall issue to the facility a “Baton Training Facility Certificate.” The certificate is valid only when the baton training facility has in its employ a baton training instructor who has been certified by the bureau. The certificate shall be posted in a conspicuous place at the facility. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 40. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  28. 7585.12.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    People seeking bureau certification to teach the baton course must file the required application, meet minimum qualifications, pay the required fee, and post the issued certificate at the training site.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.12. Any individual who desires certification by the bureau to instruct the baton course shall complete an application for a baton training instructor certificate. An application shall be made on a form provided by the bureau. An applicant for a baton training instructor certificate shall meet the following minimum qualifications: (a) Possess an associate of arts degree in the administration of justice or the equivalent thereof. (b) Possess a baton instructor certificate issued by a federal, state, or local agency or one year of verifiable baton teaching or training experience or the equivalent thereof to be determined by the chief. (c) The application shall be accompanied by the fee prescribed in this chapter. (d) Upon approval by the bureau of an applicant for certification as a baton training instructor, the chief shall issue to the applicant a “Baton Training Instructor Certificate.” The certificate shall be posted at the baton training site. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  29. 7585.13.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Baton certification class instruction must be at least eight hours, and all manual material provided by the bureau must be covered in each class session.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.13. All baton course material provided to the certificate holder in the “Baton Training Manual” issued by the bureau shall be covered in each class session. In no event shall the class instruction for the course required for baton certification total less than eight hours. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  30. 7585.15.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Each baton training facility must keep specified student and training records for two years and must let the bureau examine them on demand.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.15. (a) Each baton training facility shall be required to retain for two years the following information regarding each student: (1) The student’s name. (2) The date of course completion. (3) Any information regarding the passage or failure of the baton training course. (4) The instructor’s name. (5) Written examination scores. (b) Records shall be made available for examination by the bureau on demand. (c) Each baton training facility shall have a written procedure for the security of the examinations and the baton certificates which shall be made available for inspection by the bureau on demand. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  31. 7585.16.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    If a baton permit is lost, stolen, or destroyed, the holder may ask the bureau for a replacement permit, in writing, with required details and a fee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.16. (a) In the event of the loss, theft, or destruction of a baton permit, a permitholder may request the bureau to issue a replacement permit. The request shall be in writing, shall state the circumstances surrounding the loss, theft, or destruction of the permit and the name of the instructor, training facility, and date of instruction relating to the issuance of the original baton permit. The request shall be accompanied by a fee prescribed in this chapter. The bureau may issue a replacement baton permit upon verification of successful baton training. (b) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2018. (Repealed (in Sec. 45) and added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 429, Sec. 46. (SB 547) Effective January 1, 2018. Section operative July 1, 2018, by its own provisions.)
  32. 7585.17.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Firearms and baton training facilities must notify the bureau within five working days when a bureau-certified training instructor is hired or stops working there.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.17. Each firearms training facility or baton training facility shall notify the bureau within five working days whenever any training instructor certified by the bureau is employed or ceases to be employed with the training facility. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  33. 7585.18.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Firearms and baton training facilities and instructors must report certain students to the bureau when the student’s conduct shows an undue public safety hazard.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.18. Each firearms training facility, firearms training instructor, baton training facility, or baton training instructor shall report to the bureau the name of any person who, while taking the course, demonstrated that the carrying and usage of a firearm or the carrying and usage of a baton by that person would present an undue hazard to the safety of the public. The report shall contain the name and address of the student, the name of the student’s employer, if available, and the reasons or specific incident which caused the certificate holder to make the report. All substantiating documents, including, but not limited to, an affidavit from the instructor regarding the incident, or reasons, shall be included in the report. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  34. 7585.19.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The chief may refuse, cancel, or fine certain firearms or baton training certificates when instructors commit listed violations.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.19. (a) The chief may refuse to issue or may cancel a previously issued firearms training facility certificate, firearms training instructor certificate, baton training facility certificate, or baton training instructor certificate, or may assess fines pursuant to Section 7587.7, on the grounds that one or more instructors have done any of the following: (1) Failed to maintain the records required by Section 7585.7 or 7585.15. (2) Failed to submit the records to the bureau as required by Section 7585.14. (3) Given inaccurate instructions regarding the laws of California and the regulations of the bureau, including, but not limited to, the necessity of an individual to possess a valid firearms qualification card issued by the bureau prior to carrying any firearm; or the necessity of an individual to possess a valid baton permit issued by the bureau prior to carrying any baton. (4) Used improper caution while instructing students, so as to endanger the safety of students. (5) Failed to instruct completely in accordance with the bureau’s “Firearms Training Manual” as required by Section 7585.6. (6) Failed to instruct completely in accordance with the bureau’s “Baton Training Manual” as required by Section 7585.9. (7) Allowed a noncertified instructor to teach any portion of the firearms course, including range qualification. This does not include range coaches employed to assist the instructor. (8) Allowed a noncertified instructor to teach any portion of the baton course. (9) Falsified any application for registration, firearms qualification card, firearms requalification permit, or baton certificate. (10) Failed to inform the bureau of any range or classroom incident as required by Section 7585.18. (11) Failed to notify the bureau of any change of employment pursuant to Section 7585.17. (12) Made any false statement of fact required to be revealed in the application for certification as a firearms training facility or as a firearms training instructor. (b) Fines shall not be assessed on firearms training facilities which are a part of the California community college system. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  35. 7585.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The course is to consist of successful completion of a firearms requalification course approved by the bureau.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.2. The firearms requalification course shall consist of the successful completion of a firearms requalification course approved by the bureau. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  36. 7585.20.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Certain firearms and baton training certificates are subject to cyclical renewal, with renewal applications and fees required; missed renewals can lead to automatic cancellation and limited reinstatement windows.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.20. (a) A firearms training facility certificate, a firearms training instructor certificate, a baton training facility certificate, or a baton training instructor certificate which expires on or after January 1, 1985, shall be placed on a cyclical renewal and shall expire two years following the date of issuance or assigned renewal date. In order to implement the cyclical renewal, the population of licensees mentioned in this section shall be divided into 24 equal groups, the licenses of each group to expire on the last day of each successive month. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the bureau shall have authority to extend or shorten the first term of licensure following January 1, 1985, and to prorate the required license fee in order to implement this cyclical renewal. To renew an unexpired certificate, the certificate holder shall apply for renewal on a form prescribed by the director and pay the renewal fee prescribed by this chapter. (b) If renewal is granted, evidence of renewal of the certificate that the director may prescribe shall be issued to the certificate holder. (c) In the event the certificate holder fails to renew his or her training facility certificate, the certificate shall be automatically canceled, but may be reinstated within three years of the date of cancellation upon application for reinstatement and upon the payment of the reinstatement fee provided by this chapter. In the event the certificate holder fails to renew his or her training instructor certificate, the certificate shall be automatically canceled, but may be reinstated within 30 days of the date of cancellation upon application for reinstatement and upon the payment of the reinstatement fee provided by this chapter. Reinstatement of a canceled certificate shall not prohibit the bringing of disciplinary proceedings for any act committed in violation of this chapter during the period the certificate is canceled. (d) A firearms training facility, a firearms training instructor, a baton training facility, or a baton training instructor whose certificate has not been renewed may obtain a new license only upon compliance with all of the provisions of this article relating to the issuance of an original certificate. (e) A firearms training facility, firearms training instructor, baton training facility, or a baton training instructor certificate shall not be renewed until any and all fines assessed pursuant to Section 7587.7 and not resolved in accordance with the provisions of that section have been paid. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 970, Sec. 18.6. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  37. 7585.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    To offer a firearms course with bureau approval, an institution, firm, participating tribe, or individual must file a certification application and pay the prescribed fee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.3. (a) Any institution, firm, participating tribe, or individual wishing the approval of the bureau to offer the firearms course shall complete an application for certification as a firearms training facility. The application shall be in a form prescribed by the chief and shall include, but not be limited to, the following information: (1) The name, business address, and telephone number of the institution, firm, entity, or individual. (2) A detailed description of the places, days, and times the course will be offered. (3) An estimate of the minimum and maximum class size. (4) The location and description of the range facilities. (5) The name or names of the firearms training instructors who will teach the course who have been certified by the bureau, and their certificate numbers, if available. (b) The application shall be accompanied by the fee prescribed in this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 39. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  38. 7585.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    If the bureau approves a firearms training facility, the chief must issue it a Firearms Training Facility Certificate, the certificate is valid only if the facility employs a bureau-certified firearms training instructor, and the certificate must be posted in a conspicuous place at the facility.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.4. Upon approval by the bureau of a firearms training facility, the chief shall issue to the facility a “Firearms Training Facility Certificate.” The certificate is valid only when the firearms training facility has in its employ a firearms training instructor who has been certified by the bureau. The certificate shall be posted in a conspicuous place at the facility. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  39. 7585.4.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The bureau must inspect a Firearms Training Facility Certificate facility within 120 days after issuance, may inspect before issuance, must run random and targeted inspections, must give immediate notice of noncompliance, and may issue citations or other discipline for violations.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.4.1. (a) (1) Within 120 days after issuance of a “Firearms Training Facility Certificate,” the bureau shall inspect the facility for compliance with the applicable requirements of this article and the applicable rules and regulations of the bureau adopted pursuant to this article. (2) The bureau may inspect the establishment for which a certificate application has been made prior to the issuance of the certificate. (b) The bureau shall maintain a program of random and targeted inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with applicable laws relating to the conduct and operation of facilities. (c) If the bureau determines that any facility is not complying with applicable laws relating to the conduct and operation of facilities, notice thereof shall immediately be given to the facility. (d) In addition to the notice, the bureau may issue a citation or take other disciplinary action for violations of applicable laws. (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 38. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  40. 7585.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    People seeking bureau certification to teach a firearms course must apply on the bureau form, meet listed qualifications, include the chapter fee, and post the issued certificate at the training site.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.5. (a) Any individual who desires certification by the bureau to instruct a firearms course shall complete an application for a firearms training instructor certificate. An application shall be made on a form provided by the bureau. (b) An applicant for a firearms training instructor certificate shall meet the following minimum qualifications: (1) Possess an associate of arts degree in the administration of justice or one year of teaching or training experience in firearms or the equivalent thereof. (2) Possess a police or security firearms instructor training certificate issued by the National Rifle Association or a firearms instructor training certificate issued by a federal, state, or local agency. (c) The application shall be accompanied by the fee prescribed in this chapter. (d) Upon approval by the bureau of an applicant for certification as a firearms training instructor, the chief shall issue to the applicant a “Firearms Training Instructor Certificate.” The certificate shall be posted at the training site. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  41. 7585.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Firearms training classes must cover the bureau’s manual material, include at least 8 hours of class instruction, and keep range instruction within 8 hours with required subjects covered.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.6. (a) All firearms course material provided to the certificate holder in the “Firearms Training Manual” issued by the bureau shall be covered in each class session. In no event shall the class instruction total less than eight hours for the initial firearms qualification. The range instruction for the initial firearms qualification shall not exceed eight hours and shall cover the following subjects: (1) Range safety and procedure. (2) Demonstration and dry firing. (3) Practice rounds. (4) Qualification firing. (b) If a person fails to successfully complete the range instruction, that person may, at the discretion of the firearms training facility, continue range instruction for an additional eight hours. However, the person shall, in order to receive a firearms qualification card, be required to successfully pass the range instruction within 30 days of the passage of the classroom instruction. (c) Prior to range instruction a person shall participate in the classroom instruction and pass a bureau-developed examination of the subject matter with a minimum score of 85 percent. If a person fails to pass the written examination, they shall once more participate in the entire classroom instruction prior to retaking the examination. In no event shall a firearm instructor review the examination question by question with a person, allow a person to review the examination questions and answers, or in any manner assist a person with the examination. (d) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 18) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 36. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  42. 7585.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Firearms training facilities must keep specified student and course records for two years and must make records and a written exam-security procedure available to the bureau on demand.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.7. (a) Each firearms training facility shall be required to retain for two years the following information regarding each student: (1) The student’s name. (2) The date of course completion. (3) Any information regarding the passage or failure of the firearms training course. (4) The instructor’s name. (5) The make and caliber of the qualifying weapon. (6) The range scores. (7) The written examination scores. (b) Records shall be made available for examination by the bureau on demand. (c) Each firearm training facility shall have a written procedure for the security of the written examination which shall be made available for inspection by the bureau on demand. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  43. 7585.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Firearm training facilities must verify and certify that they have seen documentation showing a trainee is a U.S. citizen or has permanent legal immigration status before allowing the person into firearms training or requalification training.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.8. (a) Each firearm training facility shall, before allowing any person to participate in the course of training in the carrying and usage of firearms, verify and certify on the firearms qualification application that they have seen documentation verifying that the person to whom they are providing firearms training is a citizen of the United States or possesses permanent legal immigration status in the United States in accordance with Sections 7583.23 and 7596.3. (b) Each firearm training facility shall, before allowing any person to participate in the requalification course in the carrying and usage of firearms, verify and certify on the firearm requalification application that the firearm training facility has seen documentation verifying that the person to whom they are providing firearms training is a citizen of the United States or possesses permanent legal immigration status in the United States in accordance with Sections 7583.32 and 7596.7. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 511, Sec. 44. (SB 1495) Effective January 1, 2023.)
  44. 7585.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    People applying for a baton permit must complete a training course in the format set by the Department of Consumer Affairs.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Firearms and Baton Training Facilities [7585 - 7585.20] ( Article 5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7585.9. (a) The course of training in the carrying and usage of the baton, the satisfactory completion of which shall be required of applicants who wish to obtain a baton permit, shall be in the format prescribed by the Department of Consumer Affairs as delineated in the bureau’s “Baton Training Manual.” The course of training contained in the manual shall include, but not be limited to, the following subjects: (1) Moral and legal aspects of baton usage. (2) Use of force. (3) Baton familiarization and uses. (4) First aid for baton injuries. (5) Fundamentals of baton handling. (A) Stances and grips. (B) Target areas. (C) Defensive techniques. (D) Control techniques. (E) Arrest and control techniques. (6) Examination of the subject matter as taught in the classroom and as provided by the bureau. (b) The baton training outline distributed by the Department of Justice shall be recognized as an approved outline for the baton training course until January 1, 1984, or until the bureau distributes the “Baton Training Manual.” (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  45. 7586.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Some private security licenses and certificates expire two years after issuance unless renewed. A qualified manager renewing a certificate must apply on the director’s form and pay required fines and fees; expired certificates also require a delinquency fee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7586. (a) A private patrol operator license, branch office certificate, qualified manager certificate, and pocket card issued under this chapter expires at midnight on the last day of the month two years following the date of issuance unless renewed. (b) To renew an unexpired qualified manager certificate, the qualified manager shall apply for renewal on a form prescribed by the director, pay all fines assessed to the certificate, and pay the renewal fee as provided in this chapter. To renew an expired certificate, the qualified manager shall apply for renewal on a form prescribed by the director and pay all fines assessed to the certificate, the renewal fee, and the delinquency fee as provided in this chapter. (c) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2025. (Repealed (in Sec. 30) and added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 571, Sec. 2. (AB 1244) Effective January 1, 2024. Operative January 1, 2025, by its own provisions.)
  46. 7586.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A licensee must apply for renewal on the director’s form and pay the renewal fee before the license or certificate expires; renewal is blocked until certain unpaid fines are paid.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7586.1. (a) To renew an unexpired license or certificate, the licensee shall, on or before the date on which it would otherwise expire, apply for renewal on a form prescribed by the director, and pay the renewal fee prescribed by this chapter. On renewal, such evidence of renewal of the license or certificate as the director may prescribe, and renewal pocket cards for the persons mentioned in Section 7582.13, shall be issued to the licensee. (b) A license or certificate shall not be renewed until any and all fines assessed pursuant to Section 7587.7 and not resolved in accordance with the provisions of that section have been paid. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  47. 7586.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    An expired license or branch office certificate may be renewed within three years after expiration, if the renewal application is filed on the director’s form and the renewal fee is paid.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7586.2. Except as otherwise provided in this article, an expired license or branch office certificate may be renewed at any time within three years after its expiration on filing of application for renewal on a form prescribed by the director, and payment of the renewal fee in effect on the last preceding regular renewal date. If the license or certificate is renewed more than 30 days after its expiration, the licensee, as a condition precedent to renewal, shall also pay the delinquency fee prescribed in this chapter. Renewal under this section shall be effective on the date on which the application is filed, on the date on which the renewal fee is paid, or on the date on which the delinquency fee, if any, is paid, whichever last occurs. If so renewed, the license or certificate shall continue in effect through the date provided in Section 7586 which next occurs after the effective date of the renewal, when it shall expire if it is not again renewed. Renewal of a license or certificate shall not prohibit the bringing of disciplinary proceedings for an act committed before the effective date of the renewal. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 970, Sec. 18.7. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  48. 7586.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A suspended license, branch office certificate, or qualified manager certificate must be renewed as provided here, but renewal does not let the licensee use the licensed activity while the license or certificate remains suspended and until it is reinstated.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7586.3. (a) A suspended license, branch office certificate, or qualified manager certificate is subject to expiration and shall be renewed as provided in this article, but renewal of the license does not entitle the licensee, while the license remains suspended and until it is reinstated, to engage in the licensed activity, or in any other activity, or in any other activity or conduct in violation of the order or judgment by which the license was suspended, and renewal of the branch office certificate or qualified manager certificate does not entitle the licensee, while the certificate remains suspended, and until it is reinstated, to engage in the licensed activity at the location for which the certificate was issued, or to engage in any other activity or conduct in violation of the order or judgment by which the certificate was suspended. (b) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2025. (Repealed (in Sec. 32) and added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 571, Sec. 2. (AB 1244) Effective January 1, 2024. Operative January 1, 2025, by its own provisions.)
  49. 7586.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A revoked license, branch office certificate, or qualified manager certificate cannot be renewed; if it is reinstated after expiration, the licensee must pay a reinstatement fee plus any delinquency fee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7586.4. (a) A revoked license, branch office certificate, or qualified manager certificate is subject to expiration as provided in this article, but it may not be renewed. If it is reinstated after its expiration, the licensee, as a condition precedent to its reinstatement, shall pay a reinstatement fee in an amount equal to the renewal fee in effect on the last regular renewal date before the date on which it is reinstated, plus the delinquency fee, if any, accrued at the time of its revocation. (b) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2025. (Repealed (in Sec. 34) and added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 571, Sec. 2. (AB 1244) Effective January 1, 2024. Operative January 1, 2025, by its own provisions.)
  50. 7586.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A license or branch office certificate cannot be renewed, restored, reinstated, or reissued if it was not renewed within three years after expiration.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Expiration and Renewal of License [7586 - 7586.5] ( Article 6 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7586.5. A license or branch office certificate which is not renewed within three years after its expiration may not be renewed, restored, reinstated, or reissued thereafter. The holder of the license or certificate may obtain a new license or certificate only on compliance with all of the provisions of this chapter relating to the issuance of an original license or certificate. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 970, Sec. 18.8. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  51. 7587.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    These disciplinary proceedings must follow Government Code Chapter 5, except where Section 7581.3 or Article 6 requires otherwise, and the director has the powers given in that chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587. Except as otherwise required to comply with the provisions of Section 7581.3 or Article 6 (commencing with Section 7586), the proceedings under this article shall be conducted in accordance with Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, and the director shall have all the powers granted therein. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  52. 7587.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    This section lets the director deny, suspend, or revoke certain security licenses when specified misconduct is found, and it treats firearm qualification cards and baton permits as licenses for this section.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.1. Notwithstanding Section 477, a firearm qualification card and a baton permit shall be considered a license subject to the terms of this section. Notwithstanding the assessment or payment of fines for any violations of this chapter, the director may deny, suspend, or revoke a license issued under this chapter if they determine that the licensee or their manager, if an individual, or if the licensee is a person other than an individual, that any of its officers, directors, partners, or its manager, has: (a) Made any false statement or given any false information in connection with an application for a license or a renewal or reinstatement of a license. (b) Violated any provisions of this chapter. (c) Violated any rule of the director adopted pursuant to the authority contained in this chapter. (d) Committed any act or crime constituting grounds for denial of licensure under Section 480, including illegally using, carrying, or possessing a deadly weapon. (e) Impersonated, or permitted or aided and abetted an employee to impersonate a law enforcement officer or employee of the United States of America, or of any state or political subdivision thereof. (f) Committed or permitted any employee to commit any act, while the license was expired which would be cause for the suspension or revocation of a license, or grounds for the denial of an application for a license. (g) Willfully failed or refused to render to a client services or a report as agreed between the parties and for which compensation has been paid or tendered in accordance with the agreement of the parties. (h) Committed assault, battery, or kidnapping, or used force or violence on any person, without proper justification or any use of force in violation of the standards prescribed by the bureau by regulation. (i) Knowingly violated, or advised, encouraged, or assisted the violation of any court order or injunction in the course of business as a licensee. (j) Acted as a runner or capper for any attorney. (k) Been convicted of a violation of Section 148 of the Penal Code. (l) Committed any act which is a ground for denial of an application for a license under this chapter. (m) Committed any act prohibited by Chapter 1.5 (commencing with Section 630) of Title 15 of Part 1 of the Penal Code. (n) Purchased, possessed, or transported any tear gas weapon except as authorized by law. A violation of this subdivision may be punished by the suspension of a license for a period to be determined by the director. (o) Been convicted of a violation of Section 95.3 of the Penal Code. (p) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 20) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 39. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  53. 7587.10.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may impose fines for specified violations, with amounts varying by subdivision and whether it is the first or a later violation.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.10. The director may assess fines for the following acts pursuant to Article 4 (commencing with Section 7583) only as follows: (a) Violation of subdivisions (c) and (d) of Section 7583.37; one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and two hundred dollars ($200) for each violation thereafter. (b) Violation of subdivision (a) of Section 7583.37; one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation thereafter. (c) Violation of subdivision (e) of Section 7583.37; one thousand dollars ($1,000). (d) Violation of subdivision (b) of Section 7583.37; one thousand dollars ($1,000) and suspension of a firearm qualification card for six months for the first violation and, for a violation thereafter, one thousand dollars ($1,000) and a suspension of a firearm qualification card for not more than one year. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 41. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  54. 7587.11.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A corporation-licensed person may be automatically suspended if it is not registered and in good standing with the Secretary of State and the Franchise Tax Board after bureau notice.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.11. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, the failure of any person licensed to do business as a corporation in this state to be registered and in good standing with the Secretary of State and the Franchise Tax Board after notice from the bureau shall result in the automatic suspension of the licensee by operation of law. The bureau shall notify the licensee in writing of its failure to be registered and in good standing with the Secretary of State or Franchise Tax Board, or both, and that the licensee shall be suspended 30 days from the date of the notice if the licensee does not provide proof satisfactory to the bureau that it is properly registered and in good standing with the Secretary of State or Franchise Tax Board, or both. Reinstatement may be made at any time following the suspension by providing proof satisfactory to the bureau that the license is properly registered and in good standing and the payment of the reinstatement fee as prescribed by this chapter. (b) This section shall not apply to a participating tribe or a participating tribe’s business that is chartered under tribal or federal law. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 41. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  55. 7587.12.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may assess fines for specified violations, with amounts that vary by type of violation and whether it is a first or later violation.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.12. The director may assess fines for the following acts only as follows: (a) Violations of paragraph (1), (2), (11), or (12) of subdivision (a) of Section 7585.19; two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for the first violation and five hundred dollars ($500) for subsequent violations. (b) Violations of paragraph (3), (7), (8), or (10) of subdivision (a) of Section 7585.19; five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation. (c) Violations of paragraph (6) of subdivision (a) of Section 7585.19; five hundred dollars ($500) for each hour shortened. (d) Violations of paragraph (4) of subdivision (a) of Section 7585.19; five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation. (e) Violations of paragraph (5) of subdivision (a) of Section 7585.19; five hundred dollars ($500) for every hour the course has been shortened. (f) Violations of paragraph (9) of subdivision (a) of Section 7585.19; one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 42. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  56. 7587.13.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Anyone who knowingly falsifies fingerprints or photographs submitted under this chapter commits a felony. Violating other provisions of the chapter is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to $1,000, up to one year in county jail, or both.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.13. Any person who knowingly falsifies the fingerprints or photographs submitted pursuant to any provision of this chapter is guilty of a felony. Any person who violates any of the other provisions of this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment in the county jail not to exceed one year, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  57. 7587.14.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may fine licensees, registrants, or firearms qualification cardholders $50 for each violation if they do not notify the bureau within 30 days after a residence or business address change.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.14. The director may assess administrative fines of fifty dollars ($50) against any licensee, registrant, or firearms qualification cardholder for each violation for failure to notify the bureau within 30 days of any change of residence or business address. The principal place of business may be at a home or at a business address, but it shall be the place at which the licensee maintains a permanent office. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 43. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  58. 7587.15.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may fine a licensee up to $5,000 for each violation if the licensee fails to comply with subdivision (d) of Section 7583.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.15. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the director may assess a fine of up to five thousand dollars ($5,000) per violation against any licensee for a failure to comply with subdivision (d) of Section 7583.2. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 377, Sec. 33. (SB 609) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  59. 7587.16.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director, through a designee, may impose an administrative fine, and an assessment under that section may be appealed under Section 7581.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.16. (a) The director, through his or her designee, may assess an administrative fine pursuant to Section 28022 of the Penal Code. (b) An assessment imposed pursuant to that section may be appealed pursuant to Section 7581.3. (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 423, Sec. 5. (AB 2220) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  60. 7587.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    A person who knowingly makes a false statement in an application for a security guard license or registration commits a misdemeanor.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.2. Any person who knowingly makes a false statement in his or her application for a license or registration as a security guard is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  61. 7587.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may suspend or revoke a private security license if certain misconduct is found.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.3. The director may suspend or revoke a license issued under this chapter if he or she determines that the licensee or his or her manager, if an individual, or if the licensee is a person other than an individual, that any of its officers, directors, partners, or its manager, has: (a) Used any letterhead, advertisement, or other printed matter, or in any manner whatever represented that he or she is an instrumentality of the federal government, a state, or any political subdivision thereof. (b) Used a name different from that under which he or she is currently licensed in any advertisement, solicitation, or contract for business. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  62. 7587.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may suspend or revoke a private security license if certain dishonest or fraudulent acts are found.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.4. The director may suspend or revoke a license issued under this chapter if he or she determines that the licensee or his or her manager, if an individual, or if the licensee is a person other than an individual, that any of its officers, directors, partners, or its manager, has committed any act in the course of the licensee’s business constituting dishonesty or fraud. “Dishonesty or fraud” as used in this section, includes, in addition to other acts not specifically enumerated herein: (a) Knowingly making a false statement relating to evidence or information obtained in the course of employment, or knowingly publishing a slander or a libel in the course of business. (b) Using illegal means in the collection or attempted collection of a debt or obligation. (c) Manufacture of evidence. (d) Acceptance of employment adverse to a client or former client relating to a matter with respect to which the licensee has obtained confidential information by reason of or in the course of his or her employment by the client or former client. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  63. 7587.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may suspend or revoke a license, or refuse to issue one, after a conviction becomes final or probation is granted with suspended sentence imposition.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.5. The record of conviction, or a certified copy thereof, shall be conclusive evidence of the conviction as that term is used in this article, Section 7582.24, or Section 480. A plea or verdict of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere is deemed to be a conviction within the meaning of this article, Section 7582.24, or Section 480. The director may order the license suspended or revoked, or may decline to issue a license, when the time for appeal has elapsed, or the judgment of conviction has been affirmed on appeal or when an order granting probation is made suspending the imposition of sentence, irrespective of a subsequent order under the provisions of Section 1203.4 of the Penal Code allowing the person to withdraw his or her plea of guilty and to enter a plea of not guilty, or setting aside the verdict of guilty, or dismissing the accusation, information, or indictment. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  64. 7587.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may fine a licensee up to $500 instead of suspending or revoking the license for certain violations, if that better serves the chapter’s purposes.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.6. The director, in lieu of suspending or revoking a license issued under this chapter for violations of Sections 7587.1, 7587.3, and 7587.4, may impose a civil penalty not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500) upon a licensee, if the director determines that this action better serves the purposes of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  65. 7587.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may cite a licensee or registrant for certain violations and may include abatement and a fine, capped at $2,500 unless another chapter sets a lower amount.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.7. If, upon investigation, the director determines a licensee, including a corporation, or registrant is in violation of Section 7583.2, 7583.3, 7583.37, 7585.19, 7587.2, or 7587.14, the director may issue a citation to the licensee or registrant. The citation shall be in writing and shall describe with particularity the nature of the violation, including specific reference to the provision of law determined to have been violated. If the director deems it appropriate, the citation may contain an order of abatement fixing a reasonable time for abatement of the violation and may contain an assessment of an administrative fine. The amount of the fine shall in no event exceed two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) or as otherwise provided in this chapter, whichever is less. A citation or fine assessment shall inform the licensee or registrant that if he or she contests the finding of a violation, they may request a review by a disciplinary review committee in accordance with Section 7581.3. If a review is not requested pursuant to this section, payment of any fine shall not constitute an admission of the violation charged. If a review is not allowed under this chapter, a licensee or registrant may request a hearing in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code if he or she wishes to contest the findings of a violation, and if a hearing is not requested, payment of any fines shall not constitute an admission of the violation charged. If the licensee or registrant neither requests a review, nor pays the assessed fine within 30 days of the assessment, the license or registration of the person shall not be renewed pursuant to the provisions of this chapter until the assessed fine is paid. Administrative fines collected pursuant to this article shall be deposited in the Private Security Services Fund, which fund is hereby created to carry out the purposes of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 607, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  66. 7587.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may assess fines for specified violations, with set dollar amounts depending on which subdivision of Section 7583.2 was violated.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.8. The director may assess fines for the following acts pursuant to Article 4 (commencing with Section 7583) only as follows: (a) Violation of subdivisions (a), (b), and (c) of Section 7583.2; five hundred dollars ($500) per violation. (b) Violation of subdivisions (g) and (h) of Section 7583.2; two hundred fifty dollars ($250) per violation. (c) Violation of subdivision (f) of Section 7583.2; five thousand dollars ($5,000). (d) Violation of subdivision (e) of Section 7583.2; two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) per violation, notwithstanding any other provision of law. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 21. (AB 229) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  67. 7587.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The director may impose specified fines for certain violations under Section 7587.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Disciplinary Proceedings [7587 - 7587.16] ( Article 7 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7587.9. The director may assess fines for the following acts pursuant to Article 4 (commencing with Section 7583) only as follows: (a) Violation of subdivisions (a) and (b) of Section 7583.3; one hundred fifty dollars ($150) per violation. (b) Violation of subdivision (c) or (e) of Section 7583.3; five hundred dollars ($500) for the first violation and one thousand dollars ($1,000) per violation for each violation thereafter. (c) Violation of Section 7583.4; five hundred dollars ($500) per violation. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 22. (AB 229) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  68. 7588.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    This section sets the fees for private security licenses, registrations, permits, certifications, renewals, replacements, and reinstatements.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7588. The fees prescribed by this chapter are as follows: (a) The application and examination fee for an original license for a private patrol operator shall be at least five hundred fifty dollars ($550) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed six hundred five dollars ($605). (b) The application fee for an original branch office certificate for a private patrol operator shall be at least two hundred fifty dollars ($250) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed two hundred seventy-five dollars ($275). (c) The fee for an original license for a private patrol operator shall be at least seven hundred seventy dollars ($770) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed eight hundred forty-seven dollars ($847). (d) The initial application and examination fee for an original certificate for a qualified manager shall be at least three hundred fifty dollars ($350) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed three hundred eighty-five dollars ($385). (e) The renewal fee is as follows: (1) For a license as a private patrol operator, the fee shall be at least nine hundred dollars ($900) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed nine hundred ninety dollars ($990). (2) For a branch office certificate for a private patrol operator, the fee shall be at least one hundred fifty dollars ($150) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed one hundred sixty-five dollars ($165). (f) The delinquency fee for a license, registration, or certificate is 50 percent of the renewal fee in effect on the date of expiration, but not less than twenty-five dollars ($25). (g) A reinstatement fee is equal to the amount of the renewal fee plus the regular delinquency fee. (h) The fee for reexamination of an applicant or the applicant’s manager shall be at least sixty dollars ($60) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed sixty-six dollars ($66). (i) Registration fees pursuant to this chapter are as follows: (1) A registration fee for a security guard shall be at least fifty-five dollars ($55) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed sixty dollars ($60). (2) A security guard registration renewal fee shall be at least forty dollars ($40) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed forty-four dollars ($44). (j) Fees to carry out other provisions of this chapter are as follows: (1) (A) A firearms permit fee shall be at least one hundred dollars ($100) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed one hundred ten dollars ($110). (B) A firearms permit renewal fee shall be at least eighty dollars ($80) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed eighty-eight dollars ($88). (2) (A) An initial baton permit fee shall be sixty dollars ($60) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed sixty-six dollars ($66). (B) A baton permit renewal fee shall be forty dollars ($40) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed forty-four dollars ($44). (3) (A) An application fee for certification as a firearms training facility shall be at least eight hundred dollars ($800) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed eight hundred eighty dollars ($880). (B) A renewal fee for certification as a firearms training facility shall be at least seven hundred fifty dollars ($750) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed eight hundred twenty-five dollars ($825). (4) (A) An application fee for certification as a baton training facility shall be at least seven hundred dollars ($700) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed seven hundred seventy dollars ($770). (B) A renewal fee for certification as a baton training facility shall be at least five hundred fifty dollars ($550) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed six hundred five dollars ($605). (5) (A) An application fee for certification as a firearms or baton training instructor shall be at least three hundred fifty dollars ($350) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed three hundred eighty-five dollars ($385). (B) A renewal fee for certification as a firearms training instructor shall be at least three hundred dollars ($300) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed three hundred thirty dollars ($330). (C) A renewal fee for certification as a baton training instructor shall be at least two hundred seventy-five dollars ($275) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed three hundred three dollars ($303). (6) The fee for the replacement of a lost or destroyed registration card, license, certificate, or permit authorized by this chapter shall be twenty-five dollars ($25). The request for a replacement of a registration card, license, certificate, or permit shall be made in the manner prescribed by the bureau. (7) The fee for a Certificate of Licensure, as specified in Section 7582.11, shall be twenty-five dollars ($25). (k) The fee for an endorsed verification of registration, licensure, certification, or permit shall be twenty-five dollars ($25). The verification document shall include the registration, license, certificate, or permit number, the registration, license, certificate, or permit history and current status, the date of the endorsement, an embossed seal, and the signature of the chief. (l) The reinstatement fee following a suspension pursuant to Section 7587.11 shall be 25 percent of the renewal fee. (m) A renewal fee for a qualified manager certificate shall be at least two hundred twenty-five dollars ($225) and may be increased to an amount not to exceed two hundred forty-eight dollars ($248). (n) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2025. (Repealed (in Sec. 36) and added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 571, Sec. 2. (AB 1244) Effective January 1, 2024. Operative January 1, 2025, by its own provisions.)
  69. 7588.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The fingerprint-processing fee for all registrations and licenses equals the amount charged to the bureau by the Department of Justice.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7588.1. The fee for processing fingerprints for all registrations and licenses is that amount charged the bureau by the Department of Justice. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  70. 7588.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The Department of Consumer Affairs must receive, account for, report, and pay over money from this chapter, and the Treasurer must keep it in a separate fund.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7588.2. The Department of Consumer Affairs shall receive and account for all money derived from the operation of this chapter and, at the end of each month, shall report such money to the Controller and shall pay it to the Treasurer, who shall keep the money in a separate fund known as the Private Security Services Fund. All money in the Private Security Services Fund shall be expended in accordance with law by the bureau for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of this chapter when appropriated by the Legislature. Effective July 1, 1995, the department shall propose a separate budget and expenditure statement and a separate revenue statement outlining all money derived from and expended for the licensing and regulation of private security services in accordance with this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  71. 7588.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Money from licensing and regulation of persons licensed under this chapter must be used only for licensing and regulation, and fees must be reduced if unused money becomes large enough at the end of a fiscal year.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7588.3. All money derived from the licensing and regulation of persons licensed under this chapter shall be expended exclusively on the licensing and regulation of these persons. If, at the end of any fiscal year, the money derived from this licensing and not expended pursuant to this section is an amount which equals or is more than the money necessary for the regulation of licensees for the next two fiscal years, license or other fees shall be reduced during the following fiscal year in an amount which will reduce any surplus money derived from the licensing to an amount less than the money expended for the regulation of licensees for the next two fiscal years. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  72. 7588.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Application or license fees are generally not refundable, except as allowed by Section 158.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7588.4. Application or license fees shall not be refunded except in accordance with Section 158. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  73. 7588.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    The Director of Consumer Affairs may temporarily reduce certain private security fees if federal funds are received and are enough to justify the reduction.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7588.5. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Director of Consumer Affairs is authorized to temporarily reduce fees required by either paragraph (1) or (2) of subdivision (h) of Section 7588, or both, upon receipt of federal funds by the Department of Consumer Affairs for implementation of this act or any enhancement of private security services in this state, provided that the funds received are sufficient to justify the reduction. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 886, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  74. 7588.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. )

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    Certain off-duty peace officers working solely as security guards or security officers must pay only the listed registration fees, with an additional fee condition if they use or carry a firearm or baton without the required employer approval and verification.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Revenue [7588 - 7588.6] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## 7588.6. (a) A peace officer of this state or a political subdivision thereof who engages in off-duty employment solely and exclusively as a security guard or security officer, and who is required to be registered as a security guard or security officer pursuant to this chapter, shall only be subject to the following: (1) The fees required by subdivision (h) of Section 7588. (2) The fees required by paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (i) of Section 7588 if the peace officer carries or uses a firearm or baton as part of the off-duty employment and has not received approval of their primary employer, as defined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (i) of Section 7583.9, to carry a firearm or baton while working as a security guard or security officer, and has not submitted verification of that approval to the bureau pursuant to subdivision (i) of Section 7583.9. (b) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2024. (Repealed (in Sec. 42) and added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 43. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative January 1, 2024, by its own provisions.)
  75. 7588.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Review [7588.8- 7588.8.] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 46. )

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    The Legislature’s appropriate policy committees must review the bureau’s powers and duties under this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.5. Private Security Services [7580 - 7588.8] ( Chapter 11.5 repealed and added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Review [7588.8- 7588.8.] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 46. ) ## 7588.8. Notwithstanding any other law, the powers and duties of the bureau, as set forth in this chapter, shall be subject to review by the appropriate policy committees of the Legislature. The review shall be performed as if this chapter were scheduled to be repealed as of January 1, 2029. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 42. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  76. 7590.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    This chapter is the chapter on alarm company operators and alarm agents, and it may be cited as the Alarm Company Act.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7590. This chapter constitutes the chapter on alarm company operators and alarm agents. It may be cited as the Alarm Company Act. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  77. 7590.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    This section defines terms used in the alarm companies chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7590.1. The following terms as used in this chapter have the meaning expressed in this article: (a) (1) “Advertisement” means: (A) Any written or printed communication for the purpose of soliciting, describing, or promoting the licensed business of the licensee, including a brochure, letter, pamphlet, newspaper, periodical, publication, or other writing. (B) A directory listing caused or permitted by the licensee which indicates their licensed activity. (C) A radio, television, or similar airwave transmission that solicits or promotes the licensed business of the licensee. (2) “Advertisement” does not include any of the following: (A) Any printing or writing used on buildings, vehicles, uniforms, badges, or other property where the purpose of the printing or writing is identification. (B) Any printing or writing on communications, memoranda, or any other writings used in the ordinary course of business where the sole purpose of the writing is other than the solicitation or promotion of business. (C) Any printing or writing on novelty objects used in the promotion of the licensee’s business where the printing of the information required by this chapter would be impractical due to the available area or surface. (b) “Alarm agent” means a person employed by an alarm company operator whose duties, being physically conducted within the state, include selling on premises, altering, installing, maintaining, moving, repairing, replacing, servicing, responding, or monitoring an alarm system, and those ancillary devices connected to and controlled by the alarm system, including supplementary smoke detectors, or a person who manages or supervises a person employed by an alarm company to perform any of the duties described in this subdivision or any person in training for any of the duties described in this subdivision. (c) (1) “Alarm system” means an assembly of equipment and devices arranged to detect a hazard or signal the presence of an off-normal situation. (2) “Alarm system” does not include a fire protection system, as defined in the California Fire Code. (d) “Branch office” means any location, other than the principal place of business of the licensee, which is licensed as set forth in Article 11 (commencing with Section 7599.20). (e) “Branch office manager” means an individual designated by the qualified manager to manage the licensee’s branch office and who has met the requirements as set forth in Article 11 (commencing with Section 7599.20). (f) “Bureau” means the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. (g) “Chief” means the Chief of the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. (h) “Deadly weapon” means and includes any instrument or weapon of the kind commonly known as a blackjack, slungshot, billy, sandclub, sandbag, or metal knuckles; any dirk, dagger, pistol, revolver, or any other firearm; any knife having a blade longer than five inches; any razor with an unguarded blade; or any metal pipe or bar used or intended to be used as a club. (i) “Department” means the Department of Consumer Affairs. (j) “Director” means the Director of Consumer Affairs. (k) “Employee” means an individual who works for an employer, is listed on the employer’s payroll records, and is under the employer’s direction and control. (l) “Employer” means a person who employs an individual for wages or salary, lists the individual on the employer’s payroll records, and withholds all legally required deductions and contributions. (m) “Employer-employee relationship” means an individual who works for another and where the individual’s name appears on the payroll records of the employer. (n) “Firearm permit” means and includes “firearms permit,” “firearms qualification card,” “firearms qualification,” and “firearms qualification permit.” (o) “Firearms permit” means a permit issued by the bureau, pursuant to Article 6 (commencing with Section 7596), to a licensee, a qualified manager, or an alarm agent, to carry an exposed firearm while on duty. (p) “Licensee” means a business entity, whether an individual, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation licensed under this chapter. (q) “Manager” means an individual designated under an operating agreement of a manager-managed limited liability company who is responsible for performing the management functions for the limited liability company specified in subdivision (c) of Section 17704.07 of the Corporations Code. (r) “Member” means an individual who is a member of a limited liability company as defined in subdivision (p) of Section 17701.02 of the Corporations Code. (s) “Person” means any individual, firm, company, association, organization, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation. (t) “Qualified manager” means an individual who is in active control, management, and direction of the licensee’s business, and who is in possession of a current and valid qualified manager’s certificate pursuant to this chapter. (u) “Registrant” means any person registered or who has applied for registration under this chapter. (v) “Residential sales agreement” means and includes an agreement between an alarm company operator and an owner or tenant for the purchase of an alarm system to be utilized in the personal residence of the owner or tenant. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 19. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  78. 7590.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    This section defines “alarm company operator,” limits investigations by licensed alarm company operators, and exempts certain licensed or registered persons from locksmithing requirements when the work is tied to alarm-system work and limited to specified electronic locks or access control devices.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7590.2. (a) An “alarm company operator” means a person who, for any consideration whatsoever, engages in business or accepts employment to install, maintain, alter, sell on premises, monitor, or service alarm systems, and those ancillary devices connected to and controlled by the alarm system, including supplementary smoke detectors, or who responds to alarm systems except for any alarm agent. “Alarm company operator,” includes any entity that is retained by a licensed alarm company operator, a customer, or any other person or entity, to monitor one or more alarm systems, whether or not the entity performs any other duties within the definition of an alarm company operator. The provisions of this chapter, to the extent that they can be made applicable, shall be applicable to the duties and functions performed in monitoring alarm systems. (b) A person licensed as an alarm company operator shall not conduct any investigation or investigations except those that are incidental to personal injury, or the theft, loss, embezzlement, misappropriation, or concealment of any property, or any other thing enumerated in this section, which they have been hired or engaged to protect. (c) A person who is licensed, certified, or registered pursuant to this chapter is exempt from locksmithing requirements, pursuant to subdivision (e) of Section 6980.12, if the duties performed that constitute locksmithing are performed in combination with the installation, maintenance, moving, repairing, replacing, servicing, or reconfiguration of an alarm system, as defined in Section 7590.1, and limited to work on electronic locks or access control devices that are controlled by an alarm system control device, including the removal of existing hardware. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 20. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  79. 7590.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    This chapter does not apply to several listed categories of people, and one listed group is barred from carrying or using deadly weapons while doing their duties.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7590.3. This chapter does not apply to: (a) A person employed exclusively and regularly by any employer who does not provide contract alarm services for other entities or persons, in connection with the affairs of that employer only and where there exists an employer-employee relationship. A person so employed shall at no time carry or use any deadly weapon in the performance of his or her duties. (b) An officer or employee of the United States of America, or of this state or a political subdivision thereof, while the officer or employee is engaged in the performance of his or her official duties, including uniformed peace officers employed part time by a public agency pursuant to a written agreement between a chief of police or sheriff and the public agency. (c) Patrol special police officers appointed by the police commission of any city, county, or city and county under the express terms of its charter. (d) A licensed private patrol operator or any employee of a licensed private patrol operator who is employed as a security guard, security officer, or street patrol person as defined in Section 7582.1 and who is employed to respond to alarm systems. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 376, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  80. 7590.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Applicants for an alarm company operator license or alarm agent registration must be at least 18 years old.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7590.5. Notwithstanding any other requirements for licensure as an alarm company operator or for registration as an alarm agent pursuant to this chapter, an applicant for an alarm company operator license or an alarm agent registration shall be at least 18 years of age. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 377, Sec. 36. (SB 609) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  81. 7590.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Applications for licenses, registrations, certifications, and permits under this chapter must be filed electronically through the online licensing and enforcement platform.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [7590 - 7590.6] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7590.6. (a) Notwithstanding any law, any application for a license, registration, certification, or permit required by this chapter shall be submitted electronically through the online licensing and enforcement platform, including, but not limited to, applications for an original, renewal, reinstatement, or replacement license, registration, certificate, or permit. (b) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2022. (Added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 21. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022. Operative July 1, 2022, by its own provisions.)
  82. 7591.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director must administer and enforce this chapter, and the bureau is under the director’s supervision and control.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591. There is in the Department of Consumer Affairs a Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. The bureau is under the supervision and control of the director. The director shall administer and enforce the provisions of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1993, Ch. 1263, Sec. 13. Effective January 1, 1994.)
  83. 7591.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The Governor must appoint a chief of the bureau, and the chief serves under the director’s direction and supervision.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.1. The Governor shall appoint a chief of the bureau at a salary to be fixed in accordance with Section 12080.3 of the Government Code. The chief shall serve under the direction and supervision of the director. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  84. 7591.10.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director may deny certain licenses, certificates, or registrations for listed applicant conduct, but only when the crime or act is substantially related to the job. Denials must be written, state the reason, and tell the applicant how to request review within 30 days.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.10. (a) The director may deny a license, certificate, or registration regulated by this chapter on the grounds that the applicant has done any of the following: (1) Knowingly made a false statement of fact required to be revealed in the application for a license. (2) Been convicted of a crime. A conviction within the meaning of this section means a plea or verdict of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere. Any action which the bureau is permitted to take following the establishment of a conviction may be taken when the time for appeal has elapsed, or the judgment of conviction has been affirmed on appeal, or when an order granting probation is made suspending the imposition of sentence, irrespective of a subsequent order under the provisions of Section 1203.4 of the Penal Code. (3) Done any act involving dishonesty, fraud, or deceit with the intent to substantially benefit himself, herself, or another, or to substantially injure another. (4) Done any act which if done by a licensee would be grounds for suspension or revocation of a license. (5) Done any act without a license for which a license is required under this chapter. (6) Been refused a license under this chapter or had a license revoked. (7) Been an officer, partner, member, manager, or qualified manager of any person who has been refused a license under this chapter or whose license has been suspended or revoked. The bureau may deny a license, certificate, or registration pursuant to this section only if the crime or act is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the license, certificate, or registration for which application has been made. The denial of a license, certificate, or registration shall be in writing and shall describe the basis for the denial. The denial shall inform the applicant that if he or she desires a review by the disciplinary review committee the review shall be requested within 30 days of the issuance of the denial. A review shall be held pursuant to the provisions of Section 7591.19. (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, no person shall be denied a license, certificate, or registration solely on the basis that he or she has been convicted of a felony, if he or she has obtained a certificate of rehabilitation pursuant to Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 4852.01) of Title 6 of Part 3 of the Penal Code, or solely on the basis that he or she has been convicted of a misdemeanor, if he or she has met all applicable requirements of the criteria of rehabilitation as provided in Section 7591.12. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 140, Sec. 3) by Stats. 2018, Ch. 406, Sec. 8. (SB 904) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  85. 7591.11.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The bureau must deny certain firearms permits to convicted felons, and it must not issue a permit to applicants found incapable within the past 12 months. There is no review or hearing right for denials under this section.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.11. (a) The bureau shall deny a firearms permit, pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 29800) of Division 9 of Title 4 of Part 6 of the Penal Code, to any licensee, qualified manager, or alarm agent who has been convicted of a felony, unless the felony conviction has been reduced pursuant to Section 17 of the Penal Code or the person has been pardoned by the Governor. The licensee, qualified manager, or alarm agent shall not have a right to a review or a hearing if the denial is made pursuant to this section. (b) The bureau shall not issue a firearms permit pursuant to this chapter to an applicant who, within the past 12 months, has been found incapable of exercising appropriate judgment, restraint, and self-control, for the purposes of carrying and using a firearm during the course of his or her duties pursuant to the assessment required under Section 7583.47 for a permit associated with a security guard registration. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 47. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  86. 7591.12.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    When the chief considers denying, suspending, revoking, or reinstating a license, certificate, or registration, the chief must evaluate rehabilitation using the listed criteria.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.12. (a) When considering the denial, suspension, or revocation of a license, certificate, or registration, for which application has been made under this chapter, the chief, in evaluating the rehabilitation of the applicant and his or her present eligibility for a license, certificate, or registration shall consider all the following criteria: (1) The nature and severity of the act or crime under consideration as grounds for denial. (2) Total criminal record. (3) Evidence of any act committed subsequent to the act or crime under consideration as grounds for a denial, suspension, or revocation which also could be considered as grounds for denial under Section 7591.10. (4) The time that has elapsed since commission of the act or crime referred to in paragraph (1) or (2). (5) The extent to which the applicant has complied with any terms of parole, probation, restitution, or any other sanctions lawfully imposed against the applicant. (6) Evidence, if any, of rehabilitation submitted by the applicant. (b) When considering a petition for reinstatement of a license, certificate, or registration, the chief shall evaluate evidence of rehabilitation, considering those criteria of rehabilitation listed in subdivision (a). (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  87. 7591.13.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The chief or designee may issue citations for unlicensed or nonexempt alarm-company activity, and citations can include fines, abatement orders, and review deadlines.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.13. (a) The chief or his or her designee may issue a citation, in accordance with Section 148, against a person who is not otherwise exempt under this chapter and is acting or offering to act in the capacity of a licensee, registrant, permitholder, or certificate holder under this chapter without a valid license, registration, permit, or certificate, as applicable, under this chapter. (b) The chief or his or her designee may issue a citation against a person who places, or causes to be placed, an advertisement in any written, printed, or verbal communication for the purposes of soliciting business as an alarm company operator without a license under or an exemption from this chapter. (c) A citation issued under this section may contain an assessment of an administrative fine up to five thousand dollars ($5,000) or, where appropriate, an order of abatement fixing a reasonable period of time not to exceed 30 days for abatement, or both that fine and order of abatement. (d) A citation issued under this section shall meet the following requirements: (1) Be in writing and describe with particularity the nature of the violation, including specific reference to the provision of this chapter or the regulation adopted thereunder determined to have been violated. (2) Inform the cited person that if he or she desires a hearing to contest the finding of a violation, that hearing shall be requested by written notice to the bureau within 30 days of the issuance of the citation. (3) Inform the cited person that if he or she desires an informal conference with the chief or his or her designee to contest the finding of a violation, that informal conference shall be requested by written notice to the bureau within 10 days of the issuance of the citation. (4) Be served upon the cited person in person or by certified mail. (e) The chief or his or her designee shall consider the following factors when determining the amount of an administrative fine under this section: (1) The good or bad faith exhibited by the cited person. (2) The nature and severity of the violation. (3) Evidence that the violation was willful. (4) History of violations of the same or similar nature. (5) The extent to which the cited person has cooperated with the bureau. (6) The extent to which the cited person has mitigated or attempted to mitigate any damage or injury caused by his or her violation. (7) Any other factors as justice may require. (f) The time allowed for abatement of a citation issued under this section shall begin the first day after the order of abatement has been served. If a cited person who has been issued an order of abatement is unable to complete the correction within the timeframe set forth in the citation because of conditions beyond his or her control after the exercise of reasonable diligence, the person cited may request any extension of time in which to complete the correction from the chief or his or her designee. The request for an extension shall be in writing and shall be made within the timeframe set forth for abatement. (g) If a person cited pursuant to this section desires a hearing to contest the citation, the cited person shall, within 30 days after service of the citation, file in writing a request for an administrative hearing to the chief or his or her designee regarding the acts charged in the citation, in accordance with paragraph (4) of subdivision (b) of Section 125.9. (h) (1) In addition to, or instead of, requesting an administrative hearing, as provided for in subdivision (d), a person cited pursuant to this section may, within 10 days after service of the citation, contest the citation by submitting a written request for an informal citation conference to the chief or his or her designee. (2) Upon receipt of a written request for an informal citation conference pursuant to paragraph (1), the chief or his or her designee shall, within 30 days, hold an informal citation conference with the cited person. If an informal citation conference is held, the chief or his or her designee may affirm, modify, or dismiss the citation, including any fine levied or order of abatement issued, at the conclusion of the informal citation conference. If affirmed or modified, the citation originally issued shall be considered withdrawn and an affirmed or modified citation shall be mailed to the cited person and his or her legal counsel, if any, within 15 days of the date of the informal citation conference. (3) If a cited person wishes to contest a citation that is affirmed or modified pursuant to paragraph (2), the person shall, within 30 days of receiving the affirmed or modified citation, file in writing a request for an administrative hearing to the chief or his or her designee regarding the acts charged in the affirmed or modified citation, in accordance with paragraph (4) of subdivision (b) of Section 125.9. (4) A cited person shall not request a subsequent informal conference with respect to a citation that is modified or affirmed during an informal conference under this subdivision. (i) When an order of abatement is not contested or if the order is appealed and the person or entity cited does not prevail, failure to abate the violation charged within the timeframe specified in the citation or within 30 days after the appeal, whichever is later, shall constitute a violation and failure to comply with the order of abatement. (j) This section shall not apply to a violation of this chapter that is subject to Section 7591.9. (k) The sanctions authorized under this section shall be separate from, and in addition to, all other remedies either civil or criminal. (l) Administrative fines collected pursuant to this section shall be deposited in the Private Security Services Fund. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 291, Sec. 6. (SB 1077) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  88. 7591.14.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The bureau must keep its reserve balance no larger than needed for operating expenses and periodically review fees under the chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.14. It is the intent of the Legislature, consistent with Section 128.5 of the Business and Professions Code, that the bureau shall not maintain a reserve balance of funds greater than the amount necessary to fund operating expenses of the bureau and that the bureau shall periodically review fees pursuant to this chapter to evaluate the appropriateness of each fee and the regulatory costs associated with each fee. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 429, Sec. 49. (SB 547) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  89. 7591.17.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The Governor must appoint an Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee, and the committee’s membership, meeting schedule, and member compensation are set here.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.17. The Governor shall appoint an Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee. The disciplinary review committee shall consist of three members who are actively engaged in business as licensed alarm company operators and two public members. The committee shall meet every 60 days, or more or less frequently as may be required. The members shall be paid per diem pursuant to Section 103 and shall be reimbursed for actual travel expenses. The members shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor. (Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 1135, Sec. 10.4. Effective January 1, 1993. Operative March 1, 1993, pursuant to Sec. 30 of Ch. 1135.)
  90. 7591.18.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The committee must decide certain appealed disciplinary matters, and it may grant probationary licenses or similar permissions for those appeals.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.18. (a) The Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee shall perform the following functions: (1) Affirm, rescind, or modify all appealed decisions concerning administrative fines assessed by the bureau against alarm company operators or their employees. (2) Affirm, rescind, or modify all appealed decisions concerning denial, revocation, or suspension of licenses, and certificates, registrations, or permits issued by the bureau, except denials or suspensions ordered by the director in accordance with Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (b) The Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee may grant a probationary license, certificate, registration, or permit with respect to the appealed decisions described in subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 291, Sec. 7. (SB 1077) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  91. 7591.19.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Certain alarm company personnel may seek review or a hearing about fines, denials, suspensions, or revocations, subject to stated exceptions and 30-day written notice deadlines.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.19. (a) (1) An alarm company operator, qualified manager, or alarm agent may request a review by the Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee to contest the assessment of an administrative fine, unless the fine is assessed pursuant to Section 7591.13, or to appeal a denial, revocation, or suspension, unless the denial or suspension is ordered by the director in accordance with Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code or in accordance with Section 7591.8 of this code. (2) A request for a review shall be by written notice to the bureau within 30 days of the issuance of the citation and assessment, denial, or suspension. (3) Following a review by the disciplinary review committee, the appellant shall be notified within 30 days, in writing, by regular mail, of the committee’s decision. (4) If the appellant disagrees with the decision made by the Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee, he or she may request a hearing as outlined in subdivision (b). A request for a hearing following a decision by the disciplinary review committee shall be by written notice to the bureau within 30 days of the committee’s decision. (5) If the appellant does not request a hearing within 30 days, the review committee’s decision shall become final. (b) (1) An alarm company operator, qualified manager, or alarm agent may request a hearing in accordance with Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code if he or she contests an assessment of an administrative fine, or to appeal a denial, suspension, or revocation. A hearing may also be requested if the appellant disagrees with the decision made by the Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee. (2) A request for a hearing shall be by written notice to the bureau within 30 days of the issuance of the decision by the review committee. A hearing pursuant to this subdivision shall be available only after a review by the disciplinary review committee. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 291, Sec. 8. (SB 1077) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  92. 7591.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director may delegate most powers and duties under this chapter to the chief, but may not delegate authority over proposed hearing-officer decisions. The chief may further delegate powers and duties to the deputy chief, assistant chief, or certain bureau personnel.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.2. Every power and duty granted to or imposed upon the director under this chapter may be delegated to the chief, except that the director may not delegate authority to adopt or otherwise act upon any proposed decision of a hearing officer after a hearing under the provisions of Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. The chief may delegate any power or duty granted to or imposed upon him or her under this chapter to the deputy chief, to the assistant chief, or to any inspection, investigation, or auditing personnel of the bureau. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  93. 7591.20.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The bureau must provide the disciplinary review committee with all evidence it used before an appeal hearing.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.20. The disciplinary review committee shall be provided all evidence used by the bureau in reaching its decision prior to hearing an appeal. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  94. 7591.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director may appoint certain support and inspection staff and set their pay. These personnel generally work under the chief’s supervision and direction.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.3. The director, in accordance with the State Civil Service Act, and Section 159.5, may appoint and fix the compensation of such clerical, inspection, investigation, and auditing personnel, as well as an assistant chief, as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter. Except as otherwise provided in Section 159.5, all personnel shall perform their respective duties under the supervision and direction of the chief. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  95. 7591.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The chief must gather evidence of certain violations and provide it to prosecuting officers.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.4. The chief shall gather evidence of violations of this chapter and of any rule or regulation established under this chapter by unlicensed persons who engage in a business for which a license is required under this chapter and shall furnish the same to prosecuting officers of any county or city or city and county for the purpose of prosecuting those violations. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  96. 7591.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The chief must investigate alarm company operators’ business operations when acting on the chief’s own motion or when there is a qualifying problem or written complaint.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.5. It shall be the duty of the chief to initiate and conduct investigations into the business operations of alarm company operators on his or her own motion, if the alarm company operator is not operating in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, or there has been a written complaint to the bureau about the actions and conduct of the alarm company operator or his or her employees or agents. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  97. 7591.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director may make and enforce reasonable and necessary rules and regulations for applicant examinations and licensing, licensee conduct, and enforcement of this chapter to protect the public.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.6. The director, taking into consideration the recommendations of the advisory board, may establish and enforce such rules and regulations as may be reasonable and necessary for the examination and licensing of applicants, for the conduct of licensees, and for the general enforcement of the various provisions of this chapter in the protection of the public. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  98. 7591.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The chief or the chief’s designee may inspect, examine, or investigate an alarm company operator’s relevant records, books, accounts, and files, and may access relevant business records for a random compliance audit, but not client information about the alarm system’s operational integrity.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.7. The chief or his or her designee may inspect, examine, or investigate the relevant records, books, accounts, and files created and maintained by the alarm company operator. The chief shall have access to those relevant business records, not including client information relating to the operational integrity of the alarm system, necessary to the examination for the purpose of performing a random audit to determine compliance with the provisions of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  99. 7591.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director may automatically suspend a license, registration, or firearm qualification card when continued possession would pose an undue hazard to public safety and could cause substantial injury to another.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.8. The director may automatically suspend a license, registration, or firearm qualification card if it is determined that the continued possession of such a license, registration, or card by the licensee, registrant, or card holder presents an undue hazard to public safety which may result in substantial injury to another. A licensee, registrant, or firearm qualification card holder may request a review by the Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee as set forth in Section 7591.19 to appeal the suspension. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1299, Sec. 23.)
  100. 7591.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    If the chief finds a violation, the director may issue a written citation and fine against an alarm company operator, qualified manager, or alarm agent.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [7591 - 7591.20] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7591.9. If, upon investigation, the chief determines that an alarm company operator, a qualified manager, or an alarm agent is in violation of Sections 7597.1, 7597.2, 7597.3, 7597.5, 7597.6, 7598.51, 7598.53, 7599.32, 7599.33, 7599.34, 7599.36, 7599.37, 7599.38, 7599.39, 7599.40, 7599.41, 7599.42, 7599.43, 7599.44, 7599.45, 7599.46, 7599.47, 7599.48, 7599.49, 7599.50, 7599.51, 7599.52, 7599.53, 7599.54, 7599.55, 7599.58, and 7599.59, the director may issue a citation to, and fine, the alarm company operator, qualified manager, or alarm agent. The citation and fine assessment shall be in writing and shall describe with particularity the nature of the violation, including specific reference to the provision of law determined to have been violated. The citation shall contain an order of abatement fixing a reasonable time for abatement of the violation and may contain assessment of an administrative fine. The amount of the fine for any single investigation or audit of an alarm company operator, a qualified manager, or an alarm agent shall not exceed two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500). A citation and fine assessment shall inform the alarm company operator, qualified manager, or alarm agent that if they desire a review by the Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee, the review shall be requested by written notice to the chief within 30 days of the issuance of the citation and assessment, as appropriate. If a review is not requested pursuant to this section, payment of any fine shall not constitute an admission of the violation charged. A review shall be held pursuant to the provisions of Section 7591.19. If the alarm company operator, qualified manager, or alarm agent fails to request a review or fails to pay the assessed fine within 30 days of the assessment, the license, certificate, or registration shall not be renewed pursuant to the provisions of this chapter until the assessed fine is paid. Administrative fines collected pursuant to this section shall be deposited in the Private Security Services Fund. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 377, Sec. 37. (SB 609) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  101. 7592.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A person may not act as an alarm company operator in this state unless they have a valid alarm company operator’s license or are exempt.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7592. No person shall engage within this state in the activities of an alarm company operator as defined in Section 7590.2, unless the person holds a valid alarm company operator’s license or is exempt from the provisions of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  102. 7592.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A person who violates this chapter, conspires to violate it, or knowingly keeps dealing with an unlicensed alarm company operator after written notice from the bureau commits a misdemeanor.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7592.2. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter, or who conspires with another person to violate any provision of this chapter, or who knowingly engages an unlicensed alarm company operator after being notified in writing by the bureau of the alarm company operator’s unlicensed status with the bureau, is guilty of a misdemeanor, and is punishable by a fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  103. 7592.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A person who is not licensed under this chapter may not hold themselves out as a licensee, claim to be employed by a licensee, or use licensee-like badges, cards, letterhead, or ads; violating this rule is a misdemeanor.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7592.3. Any person who engages in any business regulated by this chapter, who acts as or represents himself or herself to be a licensee under this chapter, who falsely represents that he or she is employed by a licensee, or who carries a badge, identification card, or business card, or uses a letterhead or advertises that he or she is a licensee under this chapter, unless such person is licensed under this chapter, is guilty of a misdemeanor, and is punishable by a fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  104. 7592.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A person doing licensed work under this chapter cannot sue to collect payment unless they allege and prove they were licensed throughout the work.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7592.5. No person engaged in performing any service requiring a license under this chapter may bring or maintain any action in any court of this state for the collection of compensation for the performance of any act or agreement, without alleging and proving, that the person was duly licensed at all times during the performance of the act or agreement. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  105. 7592.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A person may not knowingly falsify fingerprints or photographs required by this chapter; doing so is a felony.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7592.6. Any person who knowingly falsifies fingerprints or photographs as required for any provisions of this chapter is guilty of a felony. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  106. 7592.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Local governments may require alarm-related permits and registration, set false-alarm ordinances, and require alarm-system permit-to-operate rules, but they cannot charge extra fees or require applications for the registration described here.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7592.8. (a) The provisions of this chapter shall not prevent the local authorities of any city, county, or city and county, by ordinance and within the exercise of the police power of the city, county, or city and county from: (1) Requiring alarm company operator licensees to meet the requirements for and obtain a business permit. (2) Requiring alarm agents or alarm company operators, or both, to register their name and file a copy of their state issued identification card with the city, county, or city and county. No fee, other than a fee for a business license permit, may be charged nor may any application be required by the city, county, or city and county for that registration. (3) (A) Enacting ordinances governing false alarm activations and responses. (B) An alarm company operator or an alarm agent shall not be liable for civil penalties and fines assessed or imposed by a city, county, or city and county for false alarms not attributed to alarm company operator error, improper installation of the alarm system by an alarm agent or an alarm company operator, defective equipment provided or installed by an alarm agent or an alarm company operator, or defective equipment leased by an alarm company operator. (4) Requiring persons who own, lease, rent, or otherwise possess an alarm system to obtain a permit to operate the alarm system. (b) This section shall not be construed to affect the authority of a city, county, or city and county to adopt and enforce ordinances requiring alarm companies to attempt to verify alarm events before requesting dispatch. (c) Except as otherwise required to comply with this chapter, this section shall not be construed to require the bureau to investigate, hear, or adjudicate a cause of action between an alarm company and a city, county, or city and county that pertains to liability for penalties imposed under an ordinance enacted by the city, county, or city and county. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 157, Sec. 1. (AB 1616) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  107. 7592.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Local governments that require an alarm-system permit may not fine an alarm company for dispatching to a customer without a current permit if the company was not responsible for getting or renewing the permit, or if it was responsible to renew but was not told the permit expired.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [7592 - 7592.9] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7592.9. Notwithstanding Section 7592.8, a city, county, or city and county that requires a person who owns, leases, rents, or otherwise possesses an alarm system to obtain a local use permit to operate the alarm system shall not fine an alarm company for requesting dispatch to a customer, whether residential or commercial, that does not have a current local use permit if either apply: (a) It was not the alarm company’s legal responsibility to obtain the local use permit for the customer or renew the local use permit for the customer. (b) If it is the alarm company’s legal responsibility to renew the local use permit for the customer, the alarm company was not notified that the customer’s local use permit had expired. (c) Except as otherwise required by this chapter, this section shall not be construed to require the bureau to investigate, hear, or adjudicate a cause of action between an alarm company and a city, county, or city and county that pertains to liability for penalties imposed under an ordinance enacted by the city, county, or city and county. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 22. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  108. 7593.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Alarm company operator license applicants must file a written application with the chief, use the form required by the director, include the original license fee, and provide specified identifying information. The chief may ask for additional relevant materials, and application information is generally confidential with limited disclosure exceptions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593. An application for an alarm company operator license shall be made in writing to, and filed with, the chief in the form that may be required by the director and shall be accompanied by the original license fee prescribed by this chapter. The chief may require the submission of any other relevant information, evidence, statements, or documents. Every application for an alarm company operator license shall state, among other things that may be required, the name of the applicant with the name under which the applicant will do business, and the location by street and number, and city of the office of the business for which the license is sought. All information obtained on the application shall be confidential pursuant to the Information Practices Act of 1977 (Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1798) of Title 1.8 of Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code) and shall not be released to the public except for the registrant’s full name, the employer’s name and address, and the registration number. Nothing in this section shall preclude the release of information to the public regarding the status of an operator’s license, or the release of information to law enforcement agencies or other governmental agencies for other authorized purposes. No license shall be issued in any fictitious name which may be confused with or which is similar to any federal, state, county, or municipal governmental function or agency or to any law enforcement agency, or in any name which may tend to describe any business function or enterprise not actually engaged in by the applicant. (Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 359, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  109. 7593.11.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An alarm company operator license expires two years after issuance unless renewed, and renewal requires the licensee to apply on a director-prescribed form and pay unresolved fines and the renewal fee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.11. An alarm company operator license issued under this chapter expires at midnight on the last day of the month two years following the date of issuance unless renewed. To renew an unexpired license or certificate, the licensee shall apply for renewal on a form prescribed by the director, pay all fines assessed pursuant to Section 7591.9 and not resolved in accordance with the provisions of that section, and pay the renewal fee. On renewal, evidence of renewal of the license or certificate that the director may prescribe shall be issued to the licensee. The bureau shall send to each licensee a notice of renewal at least 45 calendar days prior to the expiration of each license. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 573, Sec. 39. (SB 800) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  110. 7593.12.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A lapsed alarm company operator’s license cannot be renewed after three years from expiration.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.12. An alarm company operator’s license not renewed within three years following its expiration may not be renewed thereafter. Renewal of the license within one year, or issuance of an original license thereafter, shall be subject to payment of any and all fines assessed pursuant to Section 7591.9 and not resolved in accordance with the provisions of that section and payment of all applicable fees. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 970, Sec. 19.5. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  111. 7593.13.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A suspended alarm company operator license can expire and must be renewed under this article, but renewal does not allow the licensee to do licensed work while the license is still suspended and before it is reinstated.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.13. A suspended alarm company operator license is subject to expiration and shall be renewed as provided in this article, but renewal of the license does not entitle the licensee, while the license remains suspended and until it is reinstated, to engage in the licensed activity, or in any other activity or conduct in violation of the order or judgment by which the license was suspended. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  112. 7593.14.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An alarm company operator whose license was canceled may get a new license only after meeting all requirements for an initial license.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.14. An alarm company operator whose license has been canceled pursuant to this article, may obtain a new license only upon compliance with all of the provisions of this chapter relating to the issuance of an initial license. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  113. 7593.15.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An alarm company operator license is generally not assignable. The operator may ask the chief for consent and may assign the license to another business entity if the consent is received, the processing fee is paid, and the assignor’s direct and indirect owners own all of the assignee right after the assignment.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.15. (a) Except as provided in this section, an alarm company operator license issued under this chapter is not assignable. (b) An alarm company operator may apply to the chief for consent and, upon receipt of the consent and payment of the processing fee authorized by Section 7599.70, may assign a license to another business entity as long as the direct and indirect owners of the assignor own all of the assignee immediately after the assignment. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 291, Sec. 16. (SB 1077) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  114. 7593.16.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director may grant a probationary license, certificate, registration, or permit and set conditions. The director must also request proof of any dismissed conviction, consider rehabilitation materials, and may later modify or end the conditions if asked by the applicant or holder.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.16. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the director may, in his or her sole discretion, grant a probationary license, certificate, registration, or permit to an applicant subject to terms and conditions deemed appropriate by the director, including, but not limited to, the following: (1) Continuing medical, psychiatric, or psychological treatment. (2) Ongoing participation in a specified rehabilitation program. (3) Abstention from the use of alcohol or drugs. (4) Compliance with all provisions of this chapter. (b) (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, and for purposes of this section, when deciding whether to grant a probationary license, certificate, registration, or permit, the director shall request that an applicant with a dismissed conviction provide proof of that dismissal and shall give special consideration to applicants whose convictions have been dismissed pursuant to Section 1203.4 or 1203.4a of the Penal Code. (2) The director shall also take into account and consider any other reasonable documents or individual character references provided by the applicant that may serve as evidence of rehabilitation as deemed appropriate by the director. (c) The director may modify or terminate the terms and conditions imposed on the probationary license, certificate, registration, or permit upon receipt of a petition from the applicant or licensee, certificate holder, registrant, or permitholder. (d) For purposes of granting a probationary license, certificate, registration, or permit to qualified new applicants, the director shall develop standard terms of probation that shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1) A three-year limit on the individual probationary license, certificate, registration, or permit. (2) A process to obtain a standard license, certificate, registration, or permit for applicants who were issued a probationary license, certificate, registration, or permit. (3) Supervision requirements. (4) Compliance and quarterly reporting requirements. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 291, Sec. 17. (SB 1077) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  115. 7593.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A license applicant must include specified identity and business-charge details in the application, and must subscribe, verify, and sign it under penalty of perjury.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.2. If the applicant for license is an individual, the application shall state the full name of the individual, the full residence address of the applicant, and that the applicant is to be personally and actively in charge of the business for which the license is sought; or if any other qualified manager is to be actively in charge of the business, the application shall so state and set forth the name of that person. The application shall be subscribed, verified, and signed by the applicant, under penalty of perjury. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 876, Sec. 40.)
  116. 7593.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    If the license applicants are copartners, the application must list the general partners’ names and addresses and identify the partner in charge; all general partners must also sign, verify, and subscribe the application under penalty of perjury.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.3. If the applicants for license are copartners, the application shall state the true names and addresses of all the general partners and the name of the partner to be actively in charge of the business for which the license is sought; or if a qualified manager other than a partner is to be actively in charge of the business then the application shall state the name and address of that person. The application shall be subscribed, verified, and signed under penalty of perjury by all of the general partners. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 876, Sec. 41.)
  117. 7593.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A corporate license applicant must list key officers and the active in-charge person, provide incorporation papers on request, and have a duly authorized officer sign the application under penalty of perjury.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.4. If the applicant for license is a corporation, the application shall state the true names and complete residence addresses of the chief executive officer, secretary, chief financial officer, and any other corporate officer who will be active in the business to be licensed. A copy of the articles of incorporation issued by the Secretary of State shall be supplied to the bureau upon request. The application shall also state the name and address of the designated person to be actively in charge of the business for which the license is sought. The application shall be subscribed, verified, and signed by a duly authorized officer of the applicant under penalty of perjury. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 876, Sec. 42.)
  118. 7593.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A limited liability company applying for a license must include specified member, manager, officer, and business-contact information, provide certain organization documents on request, and have the application signed and verified by an authorized member.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.5. (a) If the applicant for a license is a limited liability company, the application shall state the true names and complete residence addresses of each member, manager, and any other officer who will be active in the business to be licensed. A copy of the articles of organization issued by the Secretary of State shall be supplied to the bureau upon request. The application shall also state the name and address of the designated person to be actively in charge of the business for which the license is sought. The application shall be subscribed, verified, and signed by a duly authorized member of the applicant under penalty of perjury. (b) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2030, and as of that date is repealed. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 45. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2030, by its own provisions.)
  119. 7593.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director may refuse to issue a license while certain criminal or disciplinary investigations are still pending, and new related licenses or registrations must pay any assessed fines and all applicable fees.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.6. (a) The director may refuse to issue a license to an applicant pending final disposition of an investigation of criminal activity or of a disciplinary action previously filed against the person or applicant or against a qualified manager, partner, member, manager, or officer of the applicant. (b) A new alarm company operator license, qualified manager certificate, or alarm agent registration shall be subject to payment of any and all fines assessed pursuant to this section and not resolved in accordance with the provisions of this section and payment of all applicable fees. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 140, Sec. 7) by Stats. 2018, Ch. 406, Sec. 13. (SB 904) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  120. 7593.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The chief must issue a pocket identification card to the owner, certain active business participants, and the qualified manager, and must determine the card’s form and content.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.7. The chief shall issue a pocket identification card to the owner; any partner, officer, member, or manager active in the licensed business; and qualified manager. The chief shall determine the form and content of the card. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 25. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  121. 7593.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director must issue a license and, on request and payment of the prescribed fee, a Certificate of Licensure to a licensee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.8. The director shall issue a license, the form and content of which shall be determined in accordance with Section 164. In addition, the director shall issue a “Certificate of Licensure” to any licensee, upon request, with the fee prescribed in this chapter. A “certificate of licensure” shall include an embossed seal of the State of California and the signature of the chief or his or her designated representative. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  122. 7593.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An alarm company operator license must be conspicuously displayed at the business location where it was issued, along with any current renewal certificate.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Licenses [7593 - 7593.16] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7593.9. Each alarm company operator license, together with the current renewal certificate, if any, shall at all times be conspicuously displayed at the place of business for which the license is issued. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  123. 7594.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee using fictitious trade names for an alarm company operator business must get an initial license for each name and must not present the business under any unlicensed name in printed materials or listings.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7594. A licensee desiring to operate an alarm company operator business under one or more fictitious trade names shall apply and qualify for an initial license for each fictitious trade name. No licensee shall indicate, or cause to be indicated, in any printed matter, or in any directory or listing, that he or she conducts an alarm company operator business under any name, other than the name for which he or she is licensed. An application for a license for an additional trade name shall be in the same form and the applicant shall meet the same requirements as for an initial license. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  124. 7594.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee who wants to run an alarm company operator business at a location other than the principal place of business must apply for branch office registration for each additional location.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7594.1. A licensee desiring to operate an alarm company operator business at a location other than the principal place of business as shown on the license shall apply for a branch office registration for each additional location as set forth in this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  125. 7594.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Licensed businesses, including registered branch offices, must be under the active charge of a qualified manager. Licensed registered branch offices must also be managed by a designated branch office manager.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7594.2. Every licensed business, including registered branch offices, shall be under the active charge of a qualified manager. Every licensed registered branch office shall be managed by a designated branch office manager as set forth in this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  126. 7594.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    This section requires prompt notice to the bureau when a qualified manager or branch office manager stops serving, and it sets automatic suspension or cancellation rules if notice is not given or deadlines are missed.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7594.3. (a) Whenever a qualified manager ceases to be in active charge of the business, the license shall be automatically suspended within 30 days unless the licensee notifies the bureau within the 30-day period of such cessation. (b) Whenever a designated branch office manager ceases management of a registered branch office, the branch office registration shall be automatically suspended within 30 days unless the qualified manager notifies the bureau within the 30-day period of such cessation. (c) If the notice of cessation is filed timely, the license or branch office registration shall remain in force for a period of 90 days after cessation or for an additional period, not to exceed one year, as specified by the director. After the 90-day period or additional period, as approved by the director, the license or branch office registration shall be automatically suspended, unless the bureau receives written notification that the license is under the active charge of a qualified manager or that a branch office manager has been designated. A license or branch office registration suspended under this section may be reinstated only upon the filing of an application for reinstatement, payment of the reinstatement fee, and the qualification of a manager as provided by this chapter. A person who performs any act for which an alarm company operator license is required during the period of a suspension is subject to the penal provisions of Article 3 (commencing with Section 7592), in addition to any other provisions of this chapter. (d) In case of the death of a person licensed as an individual, a member of the immediate family of the deceased licensee shall be entitled to continue the business under the same license for 120 days following the death of the licensee, provided that written notification is made to the bureau within 30 days following the death of the licensee. At the end of the 120-day period, the license shall be automatically canceled. If no request is received within the 30-day period, the license shall be automatically canceled at the end of that period. (e) In the case of the death or disassociation of a partner of an entity licensed as a partnership, the licensee shall notify the bureau, in writing, within 30 days from the death or disassociation of the individual. If notice is given, the license shall remain in force for 90 days following the death or disassociation. At the end of such period the license shall be automatically canceled. If the licensee fails to notify the bureau within the 30-day period, the license shall be automatically canceled. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 876, Sec. 43.)
  127. 7594.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An individual may not be in active charge of the business if they have had a license revoked for cause, been disqualified from further employment in the alarm company operator business, or were a manager, partner, member, manager, or officer of a business whose license was revoked, unless another part of the law says otherwise.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7594.4. Except as herein otherwise provided, no individual shall be in active charge of the business if the individual has ever had a license revoked for cause or has ever been disqualified from further employment in the alarm company operator business pursuant to this chapter, or was a qualified manager, partner, member, manager, or officer of a business whose license has been revoked. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 140, Sec. 11) by Stats. 2018, Ch. 406, Sec. 17. (SB 904) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  128. 7594.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Alarm company businesses must be run under active direction by the qualified licensee or qualified manager, and the qualified manager’s certificate must be prominently displayed.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7594.5. (a) The business of each licensee shall be operated under the active direction, control, charge, or management, in this state, of the licensee, if he or she is qualified, or the person who is qualified and certified to act as the licensee’s qualified manager, if the licensee is not qualified. (b) The individual deemed to be actively in charge of the business shall be the qualified manager, as defined in this chapter, and the certificate of the qualified manager shall be prominently displayed below the alarm company operator’s license. The individual shall share equally with the licensee the responsibility for compliance with this chapter. (c) The director may assess fines for any violations as enumerated in this article, pursuant to Section 7591.9. Fines may be assessed against an alarm company operator’s license or a qualified manager’s certificate, or both, as deemed appropriate by the director. (d) Assessment of the administrative fines shall be independent of any other action by the bureau or any local, state, or federal governmental agency which may result from a violation of this article. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 406, Sec. 19. (SB 904) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  129. 7594.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The designated branch office manager must spend an average of 51% of usual business hours at the registered branch office location, under the active management and supervision of the qualified manager.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Licensed and Registered Locations [7594 - 7594.6] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7594.6. The designated branch office manager shall spend an average of 51 percent of the usual business hours in the conduct of the business at the registered branch office location under the active management and supervision of the qualified manager. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  130. 7596.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Certain licensed, registered, or designated persons who carry a firearm at work must complete firearms and arrest/use-of-force training and get a firearms qualification card before carrying the firearm.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596. (a) Every person licensed, registered, or designated under this chapter, who in the course of their employment carries a firearm, shall complete a course of training in the carrying and use of firearms and shall receive a firearms qualification card prior to the carrying of such a firearm and shall complete a course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force. A registration card issued by the bureau pursuant to Section 7598.14 may also serve as a firearms qualification card if so indicated on the face of the card. (b) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 24) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 45. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  131. 7596.12.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    People licensed, registered, or designated under this chapter who carry tear gas or another nonlethal chemical agent at work must complete the course required by Penal Code Section 22835.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.12. Every person licensed, registered, or designated under this chapter, who in the course of his or her employment carries tear gas, or any other nonlethal chemical agent, shall complete the course required pursuant to Section 22835 of the Penal Code. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 178, Sec. 11. (SB 1115) Effective January 1, 2011. Operative January 1, 2012, by Sec. 107 of Ch. 178.)
  132. 7596.13.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee may not let an employee carry tear gas or another nonlethal chemical agent unless the licensee first determines the employee is proficient in using it.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.13. A licensee shall not permit any employee to carry tear gas, or any other nonlethal chemical agent, prior to ascertaining that the employee is proficient in the use of tear gas or other nonlethal chemical agent. Evidence of proficiency shall include a certificate from a POST-approved or Department of Justice-approved training facility that the person is proficient in the use of tear gas or other nonlethal chemical agent. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  133. 7596.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director must issue a firearms permit when the applicant meets the listed conditions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.3. The director shall issue a firearms permit when all of the following conditions exist: (a) The applicant is a licensee, a qualified manager of a licensee, a designated branch office manager of a licensee, or a registered alarm agent. A firearms permit may only be associated with the following: (1) A sole owner of a sole ownership licensee. (2) A partner of a partnership licensee. (3) A qualified manager of a licensee. (4) A designated branch office manager of a licensee. (5) A registered alarm agent. (b) The applicant has filed with the bureau a classifiable fingerprint card, a completed application for a firearms permit on a form prescribed by the director, dated and signed by the applicant, certifying under penalty of perjury that the information in the application is true and correct. In lieu of a classifiable fingerprint card, the applicant may submit fingerprints into an electronic fingerprinting system administered by the Department of Justice. An applicant who submits their fingerprints by electronic means shall have their fingerprints entered into the system through a terminal operated by a law enforcement agency or other facility authorized by the Department of Justice to conduct electronic fingerprinting. The terminal operator may charge a fee sufficient to reimburse it for the costs incurred in providing this service. (c) (1) A bureau-certified firearms training instructor certifies that the applicant has successfully completed a written examination prepared by the bureau and a training course in the carrying and use of firearms approved by the bureau. (2) An applicant who is a bureau-certified firearms training instructor is prohibited from self-certifying as having successfully carried out the requirement of paragraph (1) and shall instead carry out the requirements under another bureau-certified firearms training instructor. (d) The applicant has provided the bureau with evidence that the applicant has completed a course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force. (e) The applicant is at least 21 years of age and the bureau has determined, after investigation, that the carrying and use of a firearm by the applicant, in the course of their duties, presents no apparent threat to the public safety, or the carrying and use of a firearm by the applicant is not in violation of the Penal Code. (f) The applicant has produced evidence to the firearm training facility that the applicant is a citizen of the United States or has permanent legal immigration status in the United States. Evidence of citizenship or permanent legal immigration status shall be that deemed sufficient by the bureau to ensure compliance with federal laws prohibiting possession of firearms by persons unlawfully in the United States and may include, but not be limited to, Department of Justice, Immigration and Naturalization Service Form I-151 or United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-551 (Permanent Resident Card), naturalization documents, or birth certificates evidencing lawful residence or status in the United States. (g) The application is accompanied by the fee prescribed in this chapter. (h) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 26.5) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 47. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  134. 7596.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    If a firearms permit is denied, the denial must be in writing and explain why it was denied.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.4. (a) (1) If a firearms permit is denied, the denial of the permit shall be in writing and shall describe the basis for the denial. The denial shall inform the applicant that if he or she desires a review by the Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee, the review shall be requested within 30 days of the issuance of the denial. (2) A review or hearing shall be held pursuant to Section 7591.19. However, no review or hearing shall be granted to an individual who is otherwise prohibited by law from carrying a firearm. (b) (1) If a firearms permit is denied on the basis of the results of an assessment required for a permit associated with a security guard registration pursuant to Section 7583.47, the denial shall be in writing and shall describe the basis for the denial. The denial shall inform the applicant that if he or she desires to contest the denial, the applicant shall request a hearing within 30 days of the issuance of the denial. (2) Appeals of denials pursuant to this subdivision shall be in accordance with Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 561, Sec. 5. (AB 1516) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  135. 7596.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The firearms qualification card must be mailed to the applicant at the address shown on the application.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.5. (a) The firearms qualification card shall be mailed to the applicant at the address that appears on the application. (b) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2018. (Repealed (in Sec. 50) and added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 429, Sec. 51. (SB 547) Effective January 1, 2018. Section operative July 1, 2018, by its own provisions.)
  136. 7596.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A firearms qualification card does not let the holder carry a concealed pistol, revolver, or other concealable firearm under the cited Penal Code sections.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.6. A firearms qualification card does not authorize the holder thereof to carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person in a concealed manner pursuant to Section 26150, 26155, 26170, or 26215 of the Penal Code. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 178, Sec. 10. (SB 1115) Effective January 1, 2011. Operative January 1, 2012, by Sec. 107 of Ch. 178.)
  137. 7596.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A firearms qualification card expires after two years unless renewed. Renewal requires filing an application at least 60 days before expiration, and an expired card cannot be used to carry a firearm until a renewal or new card is issued.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.7. A firearms qualification card expires two years from the date of issuance, if not renewed. A person who wishes to renew a firearms qualification card shall file an application for renewal at least 60 days prior to the card’s expiration. A person whose card has expired shall not carry a firearm until the person has been issued a renewal card by the bureau. The director shall not renew a firearms qualification card unless all of the following conditions exist: (a) The cardholder has filed with the bureau a completed application for renewal of a firearms qualification card, on a form prescribed by the director, dated and signed by the applicant under penalty of perjury certifying that the information on the application is true and correct. (b) The application is accompanied by a firearms requalification fee as prescribed in this chapter. (c) (1) The applicant has requalified on the range and has successfully passed a written examination based on course content as specified in the firearms training manual approved by the department and taught at a training facility approved by the bureau. (2) An applicant who is a bureau-certified firearms training instructor is prohibited from self-certifying as having successfully carried out the requirements of paragraph (1) and shall instead carry out the requirements under another bureau-certified firearms training instructor. (d) The applicant has produced evidence to the firearm training facility, either upon receiving an original qualification card or upon filing for renewal of that card, that the applicant is a citizen of the United States or has permanent legal immigration status in the United States. Evidence of citizenship or permanent legal immigration status is that deemed sufficient by the bureau to ensure compliance with federal laws prohibiting possession of firearms by persons unlawfully in the United States and may include, but not be limited to, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-551 (Permanent Resident Card), naturalization documents, or birth certificates evidencing lawful residence or status in the United States. (e) An expired firearms qualification card may not be renewed. A person with an expired firearms qualification card is required to apply for a new card in the manner required of persons not previously registered. A person whose card has expired shall not carry a firearm until the person has been issued a new firearms qualification card by the bureau. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 27. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  138. 7596.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The bureau cannot issue a firearm permit to a disqualified applicant, must send applicant information to the Department of Justice before an initial permit, and must reprocess certain reapplications as initial applications.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.8. (a) The bureau shall not issue a firearm permit if the applicant is prohibited from possessing, receiving, owning, or purchasing a firearm pursuant to state or federal law. (b) Before issuing an initial firearm permit the bureau shall provide the Department of Justice with the name, address, social security number, and fingerprints of the applicant. (c) The Department of Justice shall inform the bureau, within 60 days from receipt of the information specified in subdivision (b), of the applicant’s eligibility to possess, receive, purchase, or own a firearm pursuant to state and federal law. (d) An applicant who has been denied a firearm permit based upon subdivision (a) may reapply for the permit after the prohibition expires. The bureau shall treat this application as an initial application and shall follow the required screening process as specified in this section. (e) The bureau shall not issue a firearm permit pursuant to this chapter to an applicant who, within the past 12 months, has been found incapable of exercising appropriate judgment, restraint, and self-control, for the purposes of carrying and using a firearm during the course of his or her duties, pursuant to the assessment required under Section 7583.47 for a permit associated with a security guard registration. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 50. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  139. 7596.81.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The bureau must not renew a firearm permit if the applicant is barred from having firearms under state or federal law.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.81. (a) The bureau shall not renew a firearm permit if the applicant is prohibited from possessing, receiving, purchasing, or owning a firearm pursuant to state or federal law. (b) Before renewing a firearm permit, the bureau shall provide the Department of Justice with the information necessary to identify the renewal applicant. (c) The Department of Justice shall inform the bureau, within 30 days of receipt of the information specified in subdivision (b), of the renewal applicant’s eligibility under state and federal law to possess, receive, purchase, or own a firearm. (d) An applicant who is denied a firearm permit renewal based upon subdivision (a) may reapply for the permit after the prohibition expires. The bureau shall treat this as an initial application and shall follow the screening process specified in Section 7596.8. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 377, Sec. 40. (SB 609) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  140. 7596.82.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The Department of Justice may charge the bureau a fee for firearm eligibility information, and the bureau must collect that fee for initial and renewal firearm permit applications.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.82. (a) The Department of Justice may charge the bureau a fee sufficient to reimburse the department’s costs for furnishing firearm eligibility information upon submission of the application for issuance or renewal of a firearm permit. The fee charged shall not exceed the actual costs for system development, maintenance, and processing necessary to provide this service. (b) The bureau shall collect the fee described in subdivision (a) for all initial and renewal applications for firearm permits. (Added by Stats. 1992, Ch. 1341, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 1993.)
  141. 7596.83.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A firearm permit may be automatically revoked if the Department of Justice tells the bureau the permit holder is legally barred from possessing, receiving, or purchasing a firearm.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Firearms Permits and Permits for Other Deadly and Nonlethal Weapons [7596 - 7596.13] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7596.83. (a) A firearm permit may be automatically revoked if at any time the Department of Justice notifies the bureau that the holder of the firearm permit is prohibited from possessing, receiving, or purchasing a firearm pursuant to state or federal law. Following the automatic revocation, an administrative hearing shall be provided upon written request to the bureau in accordance with Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (b) The bureau may seek an emergency order pursuant to Article 13 (commencing with Section 11460.10) of Chapter 4.5 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code against the holder of the firearms permit if, after the bureau’s investigation relating to any of the following events, the bureau determines that the holder of the firearms permit presents an undue hazard to public safety that may result in substantial injury to another: (1) Receipt of subsequent arrest information of an arrest for any of the following: (A) Assault. (B) Battery. (C) Any use of force or violence on any person committed by the permitholder. (2) A report from a bureau-approved firearms training facility or instructor made pursuant to Section 7585.18. (3) A report from the permitholder’s employer or former employer that the permitholder may be a threat to public safety. (4) A complaint filed by any member of the public that the permitholder may be a threat to public safety. (5) If the permitholder has been determined incapable of exercising appropriate judgment, restraint, and self-control pursuant to the assessment required under Section 7583.47 for a permit associated with a security guard registration. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 46. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  142. 7597.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. )

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    The director may assess the fines listed in this article, and that fine assessment is separate from other actions by the bureau or other government agencies.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. ) ## 7597. The director may assess fines as enumerated in this article pursuant to Section 7591.9. Assessment of administrative fines shall be independent of any other action by the bureau or any local, state, or federal governmental agency which may result from a violation of this article. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  143. 7597.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. )

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    Certain alarm-company personnel may not carry, use, or possess a loaded or unloaded firearm at work unless they have a valid current firearms qualification card.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. ) ## 7597.1. (a) A licensee, qualified manager, branch office manager, or alarm agent shall not carry, use, or possess a loaded or unloaded firearm in the course and scope of his or her employment, whether or not it is serviceable or operative, unless he or she has in his or her possession a valid and current firearms qualification card issued to him or her by the bureau. The card shall be shown to any peace officer or bureau representative upon demand. (b) Subdivision (a) shall not apply to a duly appointed peace officer, as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code, or a federal qualified law enforcement officer, as defined in Section 926B of Title 18 of the United States Code, who meets all of the following: (1) He or she has successfully completed a course of study in the use of firearms. (2) He or she is authorized to carry a concealed firearm in the course and scope of his or her employment pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 25450) of Chapter 2 of Division 5 of Title 4 of Part 6 of the Penal Code. (3) He or she has proof that he or she has applied to the bureau for a firearms qualification card. (c) A fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) may be assessed for the first violation of this section and a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for each subsequent violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 52. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  144. 7597.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. )

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    Certain alarm-company personnel must not carry inoperable, replica, or simulated firearms.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. ) ## 7597.2. (a) A licensee, qualified manager, branch office manager, or alarm agent shall not carry any inoperable, replica, or other simulated firearm. (b) A violation of this section shall result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and a fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for each subsequent violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 53. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  145. 7597.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. )

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    Certain alarm-company personnel may not use firearms unlawfully or in ways that violate firearm training standards, and violations can lead to fines and firearms-permit suspension.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. ) ## 7597.3. (a) No licensee, qualified manager, branch office manager, or alarm agent shall use a firearm which is in violation of law, or in knowing violation of the standards for carrying and usage of firearms, as taught in the course of training in the carrying and use of firearms, including, but not limited to: (1) Illegally using, carrying, or possessing a dangerous weapon. (2) Brandishing a weapon. (3) Drawing a weapon without proper cause. (4) Provoking a shooting incident without cause. (5) Carrying or using a firearm while on duty under the influence of alcohol or dangerous drugs. (6) Carrying or using a firearm of a caliber for which a bureau firearms permit has not been issued. (7) Carrying or using a firearm while performing duties not related to the qualifying license, certificate, or registration to which the bureau associated the firearms permit. (b) A fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000) and a suspension of the firearms permit for six months may be assessed for the first violation of this section and a fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000) and a suspension of the firearms permit for not more than one year for a subsequent violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 54. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  146. 7597.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. )

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    Certain alarm-company personnel may not carry or use tear gas or other nonlethal chemical agents while doing their job unless they have proof of completing the required course.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. ) ## 7597.5. (a) A licensee, qualified manager, branch office manager, or alarm agent shall not carry or use tear gas or any other nonlethal chemical agent in the performance of his or her duties, unless he or she has in his or her possession proof of completion of a course in the carrying and use of tear gas or other nonlethal chemical agent. (b) A fine of one hundred dollars ($100) may be assessed for the first violation of this section and a fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for each subsequent violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 55. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  147. 7597.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. )

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    Certain alarm-company personnel must not carry a concealed firearm unless a listed permit or peace-officer exception applies; violations can draw a $1,000 fine.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Firearms and Nonlethal Weapons [7597 - 7597.6] ( Heading of Article 7 amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 35. ) ## 7597.6. (a) A licensee, qualified manager, branch office manager, or alarm agent shall not carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person in a concealed manner unless one of the following circumstances apply: (1) The person has been issued a permit to carry that firearm in a concealed manner by a local law enforcement agency pursuant to Section 26150, 26155, 26170, or 26215 of the Penal Code. (2) The person is an honorably retired peace officer authorized to carry a concealed firearm pursuant to Section 25650 of the Penal Code or Article 2 (commencing with Section 25450) of Chapter 2 of Division 5 of Title 4 of Part 6 of the Penal Code. (3) The person is a duly appointed peace officer, as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code, who is authorized to carry a concealed firearm in the course and scope of his or her employment pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 25450) of Chapter 2 of Division 5 of Title 4 of Part 6 of the Penal Code. (b) A fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000) may be assessed for each violation of subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 56. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  148. 7598.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Alarm agents who respond to alarm systems must complete arrest-and-force training before being assigned to a responding duty location, and licensees must keep proof of completion and provide it to the bureau on request.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.1. (a) Every person entering the employ of a licensee, performing the function of an alarm agent who responds to alarm systems shall complete a course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force, prior to being assigned to a duty location responding to an alarm system. (b) Evidence of completion shall consist of certification by the licensee or instructor that the course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force has been taught, the date the course was taught, and certification by the employee that the instruction was received. Evidence of completion of the course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force shall be maintained in the licensee’s employee records and made available to the bureau upon request. (c) A qualified manager is not required to register under this article. (d) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 28) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 49. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  149. 7598.11.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    If the chief finds an arrest record with no apparent disposition, the chief must notify the applicant and give 45 days to provide disposition documents.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.11. If the chief determines that an applicant’s criminal history contains arrest information for which there appears no disposition, the chief shall issue a notice to the applicant allowing the applicant 45 days for the applicant to provide documentation concerning the disposition of the arrest or arrests. The notice shall be sent to the applicant and shall provide sufficient information to assist the applicant in complying with the chief’s request. If the applicant fails to respond within 45 days, the applicant’s employment shall be automatically suspended until the bureau obtains the necessary documentation to approve or deny the application. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1299, Sec. 32.)
  150. 7598.12.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    If the director finds an applicant’s or registrant’s continued employment may endanger public safety, the licensee must suspend that person from that job capacity after proper notification. The applicant or registrant may seek review to appeal the suspension.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.12. If the director determines that continued employment of an applicant or registrant, in his or her current capacity, may present an undue hazard to public safety, the licensee, upon proper notification from the director, shall suspend the applicant or registrant from employment in that capacity. A registrant or applicant may request a review by the Alarm Company Disciplinary Review Committee as set forth in Section 7591.19 to appeal the suspension. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1299, Sec. 33.)
  151. 7598.14.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    This section requires issuance of a registration card after approval, lets an applicant ask for an enhanced pocket card, allows a fee for that enhanced card within stated limits, and requires valid pocket cards to be displayed during registered activities.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.14. Upon approval of an application for registration, the chief shall cause to be issued to the applicant, at their last known address, a registration card in a form approved by the director. The applicant may request to be issued an enhanced pocket card that shall be composed of a durable material and may incorporate technologically advanced security features. The bureau may charge a fee sufficient to reimburse the department’s costs for furnishing the enhanced license. The fee charged may not exceed the actual costs for system development, maintenance, and processing necessary to provide this service, and may not exceed six dollars ($6). If the applicant does not request an enhanced card, the department shall issue a standard card at no cost to the applicant. Every person, while engaged in any activity for which registration is required, shall display their valid pocket card as provided by regulation. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 28. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  152. 7598.16.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must ensure registered employees are properly registered or have applied, and may not employ people whose registration has expired, been revoked, denied, suspended, or canceled.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.16. A licensee shall at all times be responsible for ascertaining that his or her employees subject to registration are currently registered or have made proper application for registration as provided in this article. The licensee may not have in his or her employment a person whose registration has expired, or been revoked, denied, suspended, or canceled. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  153. 7598.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    This section sets training rules for the arrest-power and use-of-force course, including who may teach it, how it must be taught, and what the course must cover.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.2. (a) The course of training in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force may be administered, tested, and certified by any licensee. The department may approve any person or school to teach the course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force. The course of training shall be approximately four hours in length and cover the following topics: (1) Responsibilities and ethics in citizen arrest. (2) Relationship with the public police in arrest. (3) Limitations on security guard power to arrest. (4) Restrictions on searches and seizures. (5) Criminal and civil liabilities. (A) Personal liability. (B) Employer liability. (6) The appropriate use of force, including all of the following topics: (A) Legal standards for use of force. (B) Duty to intercede. (C) The use of objectively reasonable force. (D) Supervisory responsibilities. (E) Use of force review and analysis. (F) De-escalation and interpersonal communication training, including tactical methods that use time, distance, cover, and concealment, to avoid escalating situations that lead to violence. (G) Implicit and explicit bias and cultural competency. (H) Skills, including de-escalation techniques, to effectively, safely, and respectfully interact with people with disabilities or behavioral health issues. (I) Use of force scenario training, including simulations of low-frequency, high-risk situations and calls for service, shoot-or-don’t-shoot situations, and real-time force option decisionmaking. (J) Mental health and policing, including bias and stigma. (K) Active shooter situations. (7) Any other topic deemed appropriate by the bureau, excluding Weapons of Mass Destruction and Terrorism Awareness, which may be an elective topic only. (b) Paragraph (6) of subdivision (a) shall be conducted through traditional classroom instruction. For the purposes of this subdivision, “traditional classroom instruction” means instruction where the instructor is physically present with students in a classroom and is available to answer students’ questions while providing the required training. In this setting, the instructor provides demonstrations and hands-on instruction in order to establish each student’s proficiency as to the course content. (c) The department shall make available a guidebook as a standard for teaching the course in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force. The department shall encourage additional training and may provide a training guide recommending additional courses. (d) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 241, Sec. 2. (SB 857) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  154. 7598.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An alarm-agent employee who responds to alarm systems cannot receive a firearms qualification card until the required training certification and the employee’s certification of receipt are delivered to the department.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.3. (a) No employee of a licensee performing the function of an alarm agent who responds to alarm systems shall be issued a firearms qualification card until proper certification by the instructor that the course of training in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force has been taught, and the employee’s certification that the instruction was received, has been delivered to the department. (b) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 32) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 53. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  155. 7598.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An unregistered alarm agent employee must file a registration application, two fingerprint cards, and the fee with the bureau within three working days after starting work.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.4. (a) Within three working days after commencing employment, any employee performing the function of alarm agent, who is not currently registered with the bureau, shall submit to the bureau a completed application for registration, two classifiable fingerprint cards, one set of which shall be forwarded to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for purposes of a background check, and the appropriate registration fee. All information obtained on the application shall be confidential pursuant to the Information Practices Act of 1977 (Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1798) of Title 1.8 of Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code) and shall not be released to the public except for the registrant’s full name, the employer’s name and address, and the registration number. Nothing in this section shall preclude the release of information to the public regarding the status of a registrant, or the release of information to law enforcement agencies or other governmental agencies for other authorized purposes. (b) No application is required to be submitted if the employee terminated employment within the three working days. “Within three working days” means 72 hours from the time an employee is first compensated for alarm agent services by a licensee. (c) The bureau may impose a fee not to exceed three dollars ($3) for processing classifiable fingerprint cards submitted by applicants, excluding those submitted into an electronic fingerprint system using electronic fingerprint technology. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 318, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  156. 7598.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Registration applications must use a form prescribed by the director and include the fee set by this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.5. The application for registration under this article shall be on a form prescribed by the director and shall be accompanied by the fee as prescribed in this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  157. 7598.50.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Registered Employees [7598.50 - 7598.53] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director may assess fines under this article, and those administrative fines are independent of any other bureau or government action.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Registered Employees [7598.50 - 7598.53] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.50. The director may assess fines as enumerated in this article pursuant to Section 7591.9. Assessment of administrative fines shall be independent of any other action by the bureau, or any local, state, or federal governmental agency, which may result from a violation of this article. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  158. 7598.51.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Registered Employees [7598.50 - 7598.53] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An alarm agent on duty must carry either a current registration card or a temporary application plus valid photo ID; the card or application may be digital.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Registered Employees [7598.50 - 7598.53] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.51. (a) (1) An alarm agent shall carry on their person, while on duty, either a valid and current registration card or a temporary application for registration and a valid photo identification. The registration card or temporary application may be in a digital format. (2) The temporary application shall include the application number that is assigned at the time that the application is received. (b) For purposes of this section, “digital format” shall include, but not be limited to, an easily legible screenshot or image of the registration card or temporary application. (c) A fine of one hundred fifty dollars ($150) may be assessed for each violation of subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 29. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  159. 7598.53.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Registered Employees [7598.50 - 7598.53] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Alarm agents responding to an alarm system must display identification showing the licensee’s name; if carrying a deadly weapon while responding, they must also wear a recognizable uniform. Violations may lead to a $250 fine per violation.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Prohibited Acts and Citations for Registered Employees [7598.50 - 7598.53] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.53. An alarm agent who responds to an alarm system shall wear a prominently displayed patch or other designation which clearly identifies the name of the licensee. An alarm agent who carries a deadly weapon while responding to an alarm system shall wear a recognizable uniform with a prominently displayed patch or other designation which clearly identifies the name of the licensee. The uniform must be distinguishable from the uniforms worn by local regular law enforcement officers. A violation of this section may result in a fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for each violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 58. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  160. 7598.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The application must be verified and must include specified employee and employer information, including criminal conviction statements.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.6. The application shall be verified and shall include the following: (a) The full name, residence address, telephone number, and date of birth of the employee. (b) The name, address, telephone number, and license number of the employer and the date the employment commenced. (c) A statement as to whether the employee has been convicted of a misdemeanor, excluding minor traffic violations. (d) A statement as to whether the employee has been convicted of a felony. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 876, Sec. 46.)
  161. 7598.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Some alarm-company employees may work temporarily on a registration application, but they must carry either a temporary application or a valid registration, and the temporary application cannot last more than 120 days unless the director extends it for processing delays.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.7. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), an employee of a licensee may be assigned to work with a temporary application for registration until the bureau issues a registration card or denies the application for registration. A temporary application for registration shall be a copy of the initial application. Any alarm agent employee assigned to work must carry either a temporary application for registration or a valid registration. A temporary application for registration shall in no event be valid for more than 120 days. However, the director may extend the expiration date beyond the 120 days if there is an abnormal delay in processing applications for registration. For purposes of this section, the 120-day period shall commence on the date the applicant signs and submits the application. (b) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), an employee who has been convicted of a crime prior to applying for registration shall not be issued a temporary application for registration and shall not be assigned to work as an alarm agent until the bureau issues a permanent registration card. This subdivision shall apply only if the applicant for registration has disclosed the conviction to the bureau on his or her application form, or if the fact of the conviction has come to the attention of the bureau through official court or other governmental documents. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 970, Sec. 20. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  162. 7598.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An employee of a licensee may not carry or use a firearm unless they have both a valid alarm agent registration card and a valid firearm qualification card.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.8. No employee of a licensee shall carry or use a firearm unless the employee has in his or her possession a valid alarm agent registration card and a valid firearm qualification card issued pursuant to this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  163. 7598.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The bureau must immediately decide whether applicants are fit for registration or a firearms qualification permit when it receives certain DOJ records, and it must deny applications for anyone found unfit.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Powers to Arrest and Registration of Employees [7598.1 - 7598.17] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7598.9. The bureau, upon receipt of a criminal offense record or record of a subsequent arrest from the California Department of Justice, shall make an immediate determination of fitness for registration of applicants for registration or firearms qualification permit, when information contained in the records of the Department of Justice makes such a determination possible. Applications for registration of those determined to be unfit shall be immediately denied. The bureau shall keep a current and accurate record of the individuals who have applied for and been denied registration or firearms qualification permits. A listing consisting of individual names and other pertinent identifying information may be made of those individuals who have been denied. The listing may be updated bimonthly and made available to interested licensees and law enforcement agencies. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  164. 7599.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Alarm Company Operators—Qualifications and Examination [7599 - 7599.10] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Applicants for a qualified manager certificate for an alarm company operator license must meet experience, age, application, fingerprint, examination, and fee requirements.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Alarm Company Operators—Qualifications and Examination [7599 - 7599.10] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, an applicant for a qualified manager certificate for an alarm company operator license shall: (a) Have had at least two years’ experience in alarm company work or the equivalent thereof as determined by the director. A year’s experience shall consist of not less than 2,000 hours of actual compensated alarm company work performed by each applicant preceding the filing of an application. Applicants shall substantiate the claimed years and hours of qualifying experience and the exact details as to the character and nature thereof by written certifications from employers on forms prescribed by the director, subject to independent verification by the director as they may determine. In the event the applicant is unable to supply a written certification from an employer, the applicant may offer such other written certifications as may be properly considered by the director. In addition, applicants shall supply such evidence for consideration, as may be required by the director. (b) Be at least 18 years of age. (c) Complete and forward to the bureau an application for a qualified manager certificate for an alarm company operator license, which shall be on a form prescribed by the director. The application shall be accompanied by two classifiable sets of the applicant’s fingerprints. (d) Pass the required examination. (e) Pay the required application and examination fees to the chief. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 30. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  165. 7599.10.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Alarm Company Operators—Qualifications and Examination [7599 - 7599.10] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A qualified manager certificate issued under this chapter is subject to the same renewal rules that apply to an alarm company operator license.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Alarm Company Operators—Qualifications and Examination [7599 - 7599.10] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.10. Every qualified manager certificate issued under this chapter shall be subject to the same renewal provisions which apply to an alarm company operator license as set forth in Sections 7593.11, 7593.12, 7593.13, and 7593.14. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  166. 7599.20.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    This section defines “branch office” for alarm company operators as an additional location, other than the principal place of business, where alarm selling, monitoring, installation, or servicing is administered, directed, or controlled.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.20. For purposes of this article, “branch office” means any additional location, other than the alarm company operator’s principal place of business, where the selling, monitoring, installation, or servicing of alarms is administered, directed, or controlled. A telephone answering service or a telephone call forwarding device shall not be deemed to be a branch office. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  167. 7599.21.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensed alarm company operator who maintains or plans to maintain a branch office must apply and qualify for branch office registration.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.21. Any licensed alarm company operator, who maintains or proposes to maintain a branch office as defined in this article, shall apply and qualify for a branch office registration. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  168. 7599.22.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A branch office registration application must use the director’s form and include the fee set by this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.22. The application for a branch office registration under this article shall be on a form prescribed by the director and shall be accompanied by the fee as set forth in this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  169. 7599.23.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    An application for a licensed alarm company location must include specified business and manager information, and the designated branch office manager must meet age, registration, and acknowledgment requirements.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.23. The application shall include: (a) The full name, address of the licensed location, telephone number at the licensed location, the name of the qualified manager, and license number of the applicant. (b) The name and registration number of the designated branch office manager. The individual shall: (1) Be at least 18 years of age. (2) Be currently registered as an alarm agent. (3) Read the Alarm Company Act and sign a statement declaring that he or she has read the act. The statement shall be dated, signed by the qualified manager, maintained in the licensee’s employee records and made available to the bureau upon request. (c) The address of the branch office and the telephone number at the branch office. (d) The signature of the qualified manager. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  170. 7599.24.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    When a branch office registration application is received, the chief must issue a Branch Office Registration, and the registration must be posted prominently at the branch office location.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.24. Upon receipt of the application for a branch office registration, the chief shall issue a “Branch Office Registration.” The registration shall be posted in a conspicuous place at the branch office location. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  171. 7599.25.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Branch office registrations must be managed by a designated branch office manager and stay under the qualified manager’s active supervision; a branch office may be managed for up to 120 days after the initial registration application under that qualified manager’s direction.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.25. Each branch office registration shall be managed and supervised by a designated branch office manager. However, each registered branch office and designated branch office manager shall be under the active management supervision of the qualified manager of the licensee. A branch office may be managed for 120 days from the date of initial application for registration under the direction of the qualified manager of the licensee. (Amended by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1104, Sec. 36.)
  172. 7599.29.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Branch office registrations under this chapter must follow the same renewal rules that apply to licenses.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 11. Alarm Company Operators—Licensed and Registered Locations [7599.20 - 7599.29] ( Article 11 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.29. Every branch office registration issued under this chapter shall be subject to the same renewal provisions which apply to a license as set forth in Sections 7593.11, 7593.12, 7593.13, and 7593.14. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  173. 7599.30.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director may assess fines for violations in this article, under Section 7591.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.30. The director may assess fines for any violation as enumerated in this article, pursuant to Section 7591.9. Assessment of administrative fines shall be independent of any other action by the bureau or any local, state, or federal governmental agency which may result from a violation of this article. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  174. 7599.31.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee (an alarm company operator) is responsible for employees’ violations of this chapter when they act within the course and scope of employment.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.31. For purposes of this article, “licensee” means an alarm company operator. A licensee shall at all times be responsible for those actions of his or her employees, including his or her qualified manager, performed in violation of this chapter, when acting within the course and scope of his or her employment. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  175. 7599.32.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Licensees must tell the bureau within 30 days when certain officers or managers change, and new officers, members, managers, and partners must submit applications on forms prescribed by the director.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.32. (a) A licensee shall notify the bureau within 30 days of any change of its officers, members, or managers required to be named pursuant to Section 7593.4 or 7593.5 and of any addition of a new partner. (b) Applications, on forms prescribed by the director, shall be submitted by all new officers, members, managers, and partners. The director may suspend or revoke a license issued under this chapter if the director determines that the new officer, member, manager, or partner has committed any act which constitutes grounds for the denial of a license pursuant to Section 7591.10. (c) A notice of warning may be issued for the first violation of this section and a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for each subsequent violation. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 59) by Stats. 2018, Ch. 406, Sec. 20. (SB 904) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  176. 7599.33.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must not conduct business from any location other than the location covered by its license or branch office registration.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.33. A licensee shall not conduct business, as defined in Section 7599.20, from any location other than that location for which a license or branch office registration was issued. A violation of this section may result in a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for the first violation of this section and a fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each subsequent violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 61. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  177. 7599.34.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee may not operate under a business form unless it holds the matching valid license, and LLC licensees must keep required insurance and related filings current.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.34. (a) A licensee shall not conduct a business as an individual, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation unless the licensee holds a valid license issued to that exact same individual, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation. A violation of this section may result in a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation. (b) As a condition of the issuance, reinstatement, reactivation, or continued valid use of a license under this chapter, a limited liability company shall, in accordance with the provisions of this section, maintain a policy or policies of insurance against liability imposed on or against it by law for damages arising out of claims based upon acts, errors, or omissions arising out of the alarm company services it provides. (c) The total aggregate limit of liability under the policy or policies of insurance required under this section shall be as follows: (1) For a limited liability company licensee with five or fewer persons named as members pursuant to Section 7593.5 or 7599.32, the aggregate limit shall not be less than one million dollars ($1,000,000). (2) For a limited liability company licensee with more than five persons named as members pursuant to Section 7593.5 or 7599.32, an additional one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) of insurance shall be obtained for each person named as members of the licensee except that the maximum amount of insurance is not required to exceed five million dollars ($5,000,000) in any one designated period, less amounts paid in defending, settling, or discharging claims as set forth under this section. (d) Prior to the issuance, reinstatement, or reactivation of a limited liability company license as provided under this chapter, the applicant or licensee shall, in the manner prescribed by the bureau, submit the information and documentation required by this section and requested by the bureau, demonstrating compliance with the financial security requirements specified by this section. (e) For any insurance policy secured by a licensee in satisfaction of this section, a Certificate of Liability Insurance, signed by an authorized agent or employee of the insurer, shall be submitted electronically or otherwise to the bureau. The insurer issuing the certificate shall report to the bureau the following information for any policy required under this section: name, license number, policy number, dates that coverage is scheduled to commence and lapse, and cancellation date if applicable. The insurer shall list the bureau as the certificate holder for the purposes of receiving notifications related to the policy’s status. (f) (1) If a licensee fails to maintain sufficient insurance as required by this section, or fails to provide proof of the required insurance upon request by the bureau, the license is subject to suspension and is automatically suspended pursuant to this subdivision until the date that the licensee provides proof to the bureau of compliance with the insurance coverage requirement. (2) Prior to an automatic suspension, the bureau shall notify the licensee, in writing, that the licensee has 30 days to provide proof to the bureau of having the required insurance or the license shall be automatically suspended. (3) If the licensee fails to provide proof of insurance coverage within the period described in paragraph (2), the bureau may automatically suspend the license. (g) Where the license of a limited liability company is suspended pursuant to subdivision (f), each member of the limited liability company shall be personally liable up to one million dollars ($1,000,000) each for damages resulting to third parties in connection with the company’s performance, during the period of suspension, of any act or contract where a license is required by this chapter. (h) On and after January 1, 2019, a licensee organized as a limited liability company shall report annually to the bureau the date and amount of any claims paid, during the prior calendar year, from any general liability insurance policy held pursuant to this section. The licensee shall report the information on a form provided by the bureau. The licensee shall report the claim information no later than March 1. The creation of the form shall not be subject to the requirements of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 62) by Stats. 2018, Ch. 406, Sec. 22. (SB 904) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  178. 7599.345.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Starting January 1, 2030, a licensee may not conduct business under this chapter as a limited liability company.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.345. Notwithstanding any other law, commencing January 1, 2030, a licensee shall not conduct business under this chapter as a limited liability company. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 47. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  179. 7599.36.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Licensees must keep employee records, retain them for at least two years after employment ends, and provide them to the bureau on request.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.36. (a) Each licensee shall maintain a file or record containing the name, address, commencing date of employment, and position of each employee, and the date of termination. Those files and records shall be retained during the time of employment and for a period of not less than two years thereafter, and, together with usual payroll records, shall be available for inspection by the bureau, and copies thereof and information pertaining thereto or contained therein shall be submitted to the bureau upon written request. A violation concerning the maintenance of the files or records may result in a fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for each violation. (b) A failure of a licensee to respond to the bureau’s request to forward copies of the files or records and information pertaining thereto or contained therein within 30 days of the bureau’s request may result in a fine of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for each violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 64. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  180. 7599.37.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Each licensee must keep an accurate, current record showing each employee’s completion of the required arrest-power and use-of-force training.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.37. (a) Each licensee shall maintain an accurate and current record of proof of completion of the course of training in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force as required by Section 7598.1, by each of their employees. A violation of this section may result in a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation. (b) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 34) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 55. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  181. 7599.38.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Each licensee must certify an employee’s training on arrest power and appropriate use of force, or get proof from a bureau-approved training facility, before the employee may respond to an alarm system.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.38. (a) Each licensee shall certify an employee’s completion of the course of training in the exercise of the power to arrest and the appropriate use of force, or obtain proof that the training has been administered by a bureau-approved training facility, prior to allowing the employee to respond to an alarm system as required by Section 7598.1. A violation of this section may result in a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation. (b) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2023. (Amended (as added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 697, Sec. 36) by Stats. 2022, Ch. 287, Sec. 57. (AB 2515) Effective January 1, 2023. Operative July 1, 2023, by its own provisions.)
  182. 7599.39.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Licensees must verify employee registration within three working days, or require the employee to submit a registration application.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.39. Within three working days, each licensee shall verify proof of current and valid registration issued by the bureau for each employee who is subject to registration, or shall require an employee to complete and submit an application for registration after employing an individual who does not possess a current and valid registration from the bureau. “Within three working days” means 72 hours from the time an employee is first compensated for alarm agent services for a licensee. A violation of this section may result in a fine of twelve dollars ($12) for the first 10 violations and fifty dollars ($50) for each subsequent violation. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  183. 7599.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Alarm Company Operators—Qualifications and Examination [7599 - 7599.10] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    The director must issue a qualified manager certificate to anyone who meets Section 7599’s requirements, and the certificate must be posted with the alarm company operator license at the principal place of business.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Alarm Company Operators—Qualifications and Examination [7599 - 7599.10] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.4. The director shall issue a qualified manager certificate to any person meeting the requirements of Section 7599. The certificate shall be posted, along with the alarm company operator license, in a conspicuous place at the principal place of business. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  184. 7599.40.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must not let an employee carry a firearm or other deadly weapon unless the licensee first confirms the employee is proficient with each weapon.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.40. A licensee shall not allow any employee to carry a firearm or other deadly weapon without first ascertaining that the employee is proficient in the use of each weapon to be carried. A current and valid firearm qualification card which indicates the specific caliber of the firearm which may be carried shall be deemed evidence of proficiency. A firearm qualification permit is not valid unless the employee holds a valid, current registration card. With respect to other deadly weapons, evidence of proficiency shall include a certificate from a training facility, certifying that the employee is proficient in the use of that particular deadly weapon. A violation of this section may result in a fine of two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) for each violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 67. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  185. 7599.41.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must keep an accurate, current record of firearms or other deadly weapons held by the licensee or employees while on duty, and the record must include specified identifying details.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.41. A licensee shall maintain an accurate and current record of all firearms or other deadly weapons that are in the possession of the licensee, or of any employee of the licensee, while on duty. The record shall contain the make, model, and serial number, or a description of any other deadly weapon, and the name of the person who has title of ownership. A violation of this section may result in a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 68. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  186. 7599.42.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    After a qualifying violent incident, the licensee or qualified manager must send a detailed report to the chief within seven days.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.42. Within seven days after any violent incident involving a dangerous weapon that has been caused by or occurred upon a licensee or any officer, partner, member, manager, qualified manager, or employee of a licensee, while acting within the course and scope of his or her employment, and that results in bodily injury to any person or death of any person involved in that incident or of any discharge of a weapon, excluding any discharge which occurs on the range, the licensee or his or her qualified manager shall mail or deliver to the chief a detailed report of the incident. The report shall describe fully the circumstances surrounding the incident, any injuries or damages incurred, the identity of all participants, and whether a police investigation was conducted. A violation of this section by a licensee, officer, partner, member, or manager of a licensee, or qualified manager may result in a fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000) for the first violation and two thousand dollars ($2,000) for each subsequent violation. A violation of this section by an employee of a licensee may result in a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for each violation. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 69) by Stats. 2018, Ch. 406, Sec. 26. (SB 904) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  187. 7599.43.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee or qualified manager must send the chief a copy of certain civil judgments within seven days after receiving them.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.43. Within seven days after receiving a final civil court judgment filed against the licensee or any officer, partner, member, manager, qualified manager, or employee of a licensee for an amount of more than five hundred dollars ($500) pertaining to any act done within the course and scope of his or her employment that may be in violation of this chapter, the licensee or his or her qualified manager shall mail or deliver to the chief a copy of the judgment. A violation of this section may result in a fine of twenty-five dollars ($25) for the first violation and one hundred dollars ($100) for each subsequent violation. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 140, Sec. 19) by Stats. 2018, Ch. 406, Sec. 28. (SB 904) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  188. 7599.44.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee’s ads for business must include the licensee’s name and license number.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.44. (a) Every advertisement by a licensee soliciting or advertising business shall contain the licensee’s name and license number as they appear in the records of the bureau. (b) If a licensee maintains an internet website, any radio or television broadcast or billboard advertisement by the licensee soliciting or advertising business may direct potential customers to the licensee’s online landing pages for the required information in subdivision (a). (c) A violation of this section may result in a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for the first violation and one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each subsequent violation. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 373, Sec. 1. (AB 484) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  189. 7599.45.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee or a licensee’s employee may not enter a private building or part of one without the owner’s or lawful possessor’s consent, unless the premises are open to the public.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.45. A licensee or employee of a licensee shall not enter any private building or portion thereof, excepting premises open to the public, without the consent of the owner or the person in legal possession thereof. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for each violation. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 800, Sec. 72. (SB 1196) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  190. 7599.46.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must not aid or abet an unlicensed alarm company operator in any activity that requires a license.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.46. No licensee shall aid and abet an unlicensed alarm company operator in any activity for which a license is required. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each violation. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  191. 7599.47.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee may not transfer the license or let an employee or agent use the licensee’s name to do licensed work or client-facing billing and advertising.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.47. No licensee shall transfer his or her license. This means that no licensee shall permit an employee or agent, in his or her own name, to advertise, engage clients, furnish reports or present bills to clients, or in any manner perform any activities for which a license is required under this chapter. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each violation. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  192. 7599.48.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Certain alarm company licensees and related personnel must not knowingly make false reports to their employer or client.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.48. No licensee, or officer, partner, member, manager, qualified manager, or employee of a licensee, shall knowingly make any false report to his or her employer or client for whom information is being obtained. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation, and five hundred dollars ($500) for each subsequent violation. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 140, Sec. 21) by Stats. 2018, Ch. 406, Sec. 30. (SB 904) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  193. 7599.49.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must not abandon completion of an alarm system installation without legal excuse.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.49. No licensee shall abandon the completion of any installation of an alarm system without legal excuse. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and five hundred dollars ($500) for each subsequent violation. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  194. 7599.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Alarm Company Operators—Qualifications and Examination [7599 - 7599.10] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Examinations must be held at least every other month, and the director decides the places and specific dates.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Alarm Company Operators—Qualifications and Examination [7599 - 7599.10] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.5. Examinations shall be given at least once every other month at such places and on such specific dates as the director may from time to time determine and fix. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  195. 7599.50.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must not willfully depart from or disregard plans, specifications, or accepted trade standards for good and workerlike construction in a material, prejudicial way without the required consents.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.50. No licensee shall willfully depart from or disregard any plans or specifications, or in the absence of specific requirements, within the plans or specifications of accepted trade standards for good and workerlike construction in any material respect and prejudicial to another, without consent of the owner or his or her duly authorized representative, and without the consent of the person entitled to have the particular installation of alarm system substantially completed in accordance with such plans and specifications. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and five hundred dollars ($500) for each subsequent violation. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  196. 7599.51.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must not willfully or deliberately disregard state or local building, safety, or labor laws.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.51. No licensee shall willfully or deliberately disregard any building laws, safety law, or labor laws of the state or any political subdivision thereof. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and five hundred dollars ($500) for each subsequent violation. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  197. 7599.52.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must not materially fail to complete an alarm system installation at the contract price.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.52. No licensee shall fail in any material respect to complete any alarm system installation for the price stated in the contract for the alarm system. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and five hundred dollars ($500) for each subsequent violation. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  198. 7599.53.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee must not willfully refuse, without legal excuse, to pursue installation of an alarm system with reasonable diligence if that causes material injury to another.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.53. No licensee shall willfully refuse, without legal excuse, to pursue the installation of an alarm system with reasonable diligence, causing material injury to another. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and five hundred dollars ($500) for each subsequent violation. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)
  199. 7599.54.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    Alarm system agreements generally must be in writing, include required disclosures and terms, and be given to the client before work starts.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.54. (a) Except as provided by Section 7599.56, every agreement, including, but not limited to, lease agreements, monitoring agreements, and service agreements, including all labor, services, and materials to be provided for the installation of an alarm system, shall be in writing. Except as provided by Section 7599.56, all amendments subject to the provisions of this section to an initial agreement shall be in writing. Each initial agreement shall contain, but not be limited to, the following: (1) (A) The name, business address, business telephone number, and, except as provided in subparagraphs (B) and (C), license number of the licensed alarm company operator and the name and registration number of any alarm agent who solicited or negotiated the agreement. (B) An alarm agent that is working with a temporary registration pursuant to Section 7598.7 shall include the application number in lieu of the registration number. (C) This paragraph does not apply to an agreement that was not solicited or negotiated by a registered alarm agent. (2) The approximate dates when the work will begin and be substantially completed. (3) A description of the work to be done, a description of the materials to be used, and the agreed consideration for the work. (4) A disclosure that alarm company operators are licensed and regulated by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services, Department of Consumer Affairs, including the bureau’s current address and contact information. (5) A description of the alarm system including the major components thereof and services to be provided to the purchaser once the alarm is installed, including response or monitoring services, if any. (6) Other matters agreed to by the parties of the contract. The agreement shall be legible and shall be in a form as to clearly describe any other document which is to be incorporated into the contract, and, before any work is done, the client shall be furnished with a copy of the written agreement signed by the licensee. (7) A statement setting forth that upon completion of the installation of the alarm system, the alarm company shall thoroughly instruct the purchaser in the proper use of the alarm system. (8) In the event a mechanic’s lien is to be utilized, a notice-to-owner statement which shall describe, in nontechnical language and in a clear and coherent manner using words with common and everyday meaning, the pertinent provisions of this state’s mechanics’ lien laws and the rights and responsibilities of an owner of property and a contractor thereunder, including the provisions relating to the filing of a contract concerning a work of improvement with the county recorder and the recording in the office of a contractor’s payment bond for private work. (9) For residential agreements entered into on or after January 1, 2017, that include an automatic renewal provision renewing the agreement for a period of more than one month, a clear and distinct disclosure shall be included separate from the terms and conditions of the agreement advising the consumer that the agreement they are entering into contains an automatic renewal provision. The disclosure shall include the length of time of the renewal term and specify that failure to provide notification of nonrenewal to the licensee, as required in the agreement, will result in the automatic renewal of the agreement. The consumer shall acknowledge being advised of the automatic renewal provision by signing or initialing the disclosure. The disclosure may be included on the same document as the right to cancel form required by Section 1689.7 of the Civil Code. The automatic renewal provision shall be void and invalid without a separate acknowledgment of the disclosure by the consumer. (10) In addition to the above, every initial residential sales and lease agreement, the total cost which over the time period fixed by the agreement exceeds two hundred fifty dollars ($250), including the cost of all labor, service, or material to be provided by the licensee for the installation, shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (A) A schedule of payments showing the amount of each payment as a sum in dollars and cents. This schedule of payments shall be referenced to the amount of work for services to be performed or to any materials or equipment to be supplied. (B) If the payment schedule contained in the agreement provides for a downpayment to be paid to the licensee by the owner or the tenant before commencement of the work, that downpayment shall not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) or 10 percent of the contract price, excluding finance charges, whichever is the lesser. (C) In no event shall the payment schedule provide that the licensee receive, nor shall the licensee actually receive, payment in excess of 100 percent of the value of the work performed on the project at any time, excluding finance charges, except that the licensee may receive an initial downpayment authorized by subparagraph (B). A failure by the licensee, without legal excuse, to substantially commence work within 20 days of the approximate date specified in the contract when work is to commence, shall postpone the next succeeding payment to the licensee for that period of time equivalent to the time between when substantial commencement was to have occurred and when it did occur. (D) A notice-to-owner statement which shall describe, in nontechnical language and in a clear and coherent manner using words with common and everyday meaning, the pertinent provisions of this state’s mechanics’ lien laws and the rights and responsibilities of an owner of property and a contractor thereunder, including the provisions relating to the filing of a contract concerning a work of improvement with the county recorder and the recording in the office of a contractor’s payment bond for private work. (E) A description of what constitutes substantial commencement of work pursuant to the contract. (F) A disclosure that failure by the licensee, without legal excuse, to substantially commence work within 20 days from the approximate date specified in the agreement when the work will begin is a violation of the Alarm Company Act. (G) A disclosure informing the buyer of any potential permit fees which may be required by local jurisdictions concerning the monitoring of an existing alarm system. (H) This section shall not be construed to prohibit the parties to a residential alarm system sale contract from agreeing to a contract or account subject to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1801) of Title 2 of Part 4 of Division 3 of the Civil Code. (b) A violation of this section or failure to commence work pursuant to subparagraph (F) of paragraph (10) of subdivision (a) may result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and a fine of five hundred dollars ($500) for each subsequent violation. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 31. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  200. 7599.55.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. )

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    A licensee may not make untrue or misleading statements about the business of the licensee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 11.6. Alarm Companies [7590 - 7599.80] ( Chapter 11.6 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## ARTICLE 12. Alarm Company Operators—Conduct of Business, Prohibited Acts and Citations [7599.30 - 7599.59] ( Article 12 added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12. ) ## 7599.55. No licensee shall make any untrue or misleading statements in connection with the business of the licensee. “Untrue or misleading statements” include, but are not limited to, a representation by an alarm company operator or agent that: (a) An alarm system is “Underwriters Laboratory approved or listed” (UL approved or listed) unless the entire system, and not only one or more components, is in fact, UL approved or listed. (b) An alarm system is insurance approved, police approved, or approved by the Department of Defense, unless in fact the approval has been obtained in writing. A violation of this section may result in a fine of one hundred dollars ($100) for the first violation and a five hundred dollar ($500) fine for each subsequent violation. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1210, Sec. 12.)

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