Under SB 652, the 8-hour Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force course must be completed within what time window before submitting the Guard Card application?
Explanation
SB 652 imposes a 6-month freshness requirement: the 8-hour Power to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force course must be completed within 6 months before the Guard Card application is submitted to BSIS. The window is designed to ensure the applicant's training is current. 16 CCR §628 sets the exam-pass requirement at 100% with retakes permitted. Options (a), (b), and (c) misstate the SB 652 window and would render the application non-compliant.
Law Reference: SB 652 (2025); 16 CCR §628This topic, taught in full in the California Guard Card (BSIS Security Guard) guide. California Guard Card — Complete Study Guide (2026) — PDF + EPUB, $9.99 · 14-day refund →
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