Security Guard Licensing Requirements In IowaA person wishing to become a licensed, independent guard must:1) be at least 18 years of age and a citizen of the United States,2) be of good moral character, have no convictions for an aggravated misdemeanor or a felony, and have never been convicted of assault resulting from domestic abuse, 3) not be an abuser of alcohol or controlled substance, nor have a history of mental illness, instability or a history of repeated acts of violence,4) submit pictures, fingerprints and license fee(s) along with a completed application to the Commissioner of Public Safety FeesLicense: (Security Guard, Bail Enforcement Agent, Private Investigator):$100 - each license $30 - fingerprint fee for each license holder Renewal: $100 for each two-year license. The Department of Public Safety isresponsible for sending out renewal notices (usually 30 days prior tolicense expiration). $30 - fingerprint fee for each license holder Exam: None Other: Application - $10 - Identification Card fee (one card needed, no matterhow many license types; no expiration, to work for that particular agencyonly) $10 - Application Packet (in person) $15 - Application Packet (by mail) More InformationApplicants must pass Private Security License written exam, which is given by the Department of Public Safety at the Wallace State Office Building once a month at the Department of Public SafetyWallace State Office Building E. 9th & Grand AveDes Moines IA 50319.For more information regarding security guard licenses in Iowa, please visit: Private Investigative LicensingProgram Services BureauWallace State Office BuildingProgram Services BureauDes Moines IA 50319Phone: 5152817610 or log on to: http://iwin.iwd.state.ia.us/iowa
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