Laws and Regulations Flashcards

Under Chapter 1702, which of the following activities requires a private investigator license rather than a security officer commission?

Answer: Conducting covert surveillance to gather evidence for litigation

Covert surveillance conducted to gather evidence for civil or criminal proceedings constitutes private investigation and requires a PI license under Chapter 1702.

What must a security officer do if their commission card is lost or stolen?

Answer: Notify the employing company immediately and apply for a replacement commission

Officers must notify their employer and apply for a replacement commission from the DPS. They should not continue working in a commissioned role without valid credentials.

Which of the following is grounds for denial of a security officer commission in Texas?

Answer: A felony conviction within the past 10 years

A felony conviction is a disqualifying factor for obtaining a security officer commission. The DPS evaluates criminal history as part of the background check process.

What information must be included on a commissioned security officer's uniform while on duty?

Answer: The name of the employing company and the word 'Security'

Commissioned officers must wear uniforms identifying the name of the employing security company and the designation 'Security' so the public can identify them.

A security company that employs an officer who has not completed required training is subject to:

Answer: License suspension or revocation by the DPS

Employing untrained officers is a violation of Chapter 1702. The DPS can suspend or revoke the company's license as a penalty.

What is the purpose of fingerprinting in the Texas private security commission process?

Answer: To conduct criminal background checks through TCIC and NCIC databases

Fingerprinting enables the DPS to search TCIC (Texas) and NCIC (national) criminal databases to verify that applicants meet the character requirements for a commission.