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California Business & Professions Code §7583.6 (and related BSIS regulations) generally requires what of any person performing security guard duties for compensation in California?
a.A college degree in criminal justice or law
b.Registration with the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and completion of mandated training, including the 8-hour Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force course
c.Sponsorship by a currently sworn peace officer
d.Membership in a private security trade association recognized by the state
Explanation
BPC §7583.6 and the BSIS regulatory framework require any person performing security guard duties for compensation in California to be registered with BSIS and to complete mandated training. As of SB 652 (effective January 1, 2026), the 8-hour Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force course must be administered and certified by a single BSIS-licensed training provider, and must be completed within 6 months before submitting the Guard Card application. A college degree (a), peace-officer sponsorship (c), and trade-association membership (d) are not BSIS requirements.
Law Reference: Cal. Business & Professions Code §7583.6; SB 652 (effective 2026-01-01)Practice all 200 questions free — no signup required.
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