Volunteer security services are defined, the chapter generally does not apply in certain worship- or school-event locations, and there are limits on uniforms and badges while those services are being provided.
Sec. 1702.333. CERTAIN VOLUNTEERS. (a) In this section, "volunteer security services" means services or activities that are: (1) regulated under this chapter; and (2) provided without compensation or remuneration. (b) This chapter does not apply to a person who is providing volunteer security services on: (1) the premises of a church, synagogue, or other established place of religious worship; or (2) premises where an event sponsored or sanctioned by a public primary or secondary school is taking place. (c) Except as provided by Subsection (d), while providing volunteer security services under Subsection (b), a person may not wear a uniform or badge that: (1) contains the word "security"; or (2) gives the person the appearance of being a peace officer, personal protection officer, or security officer. (d) A peace officer providing volunteer security services under Subsection (b) may: (1) with the consent of the head of the employing or appointing law enforcement agency, wear the uniform of the agency; or (2) wear another uniform or badge that gives the person the appearance of being a peace officer. (e) The reimbursement for or payment of an insurance policy insuring a peace officer who provides volunteer security services under Subsection (b) for civil liability arising from acts occurring while providing those services is not considered compensation or reimbursement. Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 967 (S.B. 2065), Sec. 11.001, eff. September 1, 2017. Amended by: Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 812 (H.B. 1133), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2023. SUBCHAPTER O. PROHIBITED PRACTICES AND GROUNDS FOR DENIAL AND DISCIPLINARY ACTION