Firearms & Weapons Regulations Flashcards

What classification of security officer is authorized to carry a firearm in Texas under Chapter 1702?

Answer: Class A (commissioned) security officer with a firearm endorsement

Only Class A (commissioned) officers with a specific firearm endorsement on their commission are authorized to carry firearms while on duty as a security officer.

What firearms training must a Texas commissioned security officer complete before being authorized to carry a firearm on duty?

Answer: DPS-approved Level III Security Officer training including firearm proficiency qualification

The DPS requires completion of an approved Level III security training course that includes firearms qualification. The training must be from a DPS-licensed instructor.

A commissioned security officer in Texas may only carry a firearm of what type while on duty?

Answer: The specific firearm(s) listed and qualified on their DPS commission endorsement

Officers must qualify with and be endorsed to carry specific weapons. They may only carry the exact firearm type(s) listed on their DPS firearms endorsement while working as a security officer.

What must a commissioned security officer do if they discharge their firearm while on duty?

Answer: Immediately secure the scene, render aid if needed, notify law enforcement and their supervisor, and complete required reports

Any on-duty firearm discharge requires immediate notifications to law enforcement and supervisors, scene security, and completion of all required incident reports and DPS notifications.

Under Texas law, where is a commissioned security officer prohibited from carrying their duty firearm?

Answer: Locations prohibited by law, such as courts, polling places, schools, and establishments with 51% alcohol sales signs

Texas law prohibits carrying firearms in specific locations regardless of commission status, including courts, polling places, schools, and licensed establishments with 51% alcohol sales signs (the red sign).

What is the correct procedure for a commissioned officer when they end their shift and are no longer on duty?

Answer: Store the duty firearm securely per company policy; a security commission does not authorize carry outside of duty hours

A security commission authorizes carrying a firearm only while on duty in a commissioned capacity. Off-duty carry must be authorized by a Texas LTC, not the commission alone.