HB 4508

Abstract

Amends the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Act of 2004. Provides that a person is qualified for licensure as a private alarm contractor if a person who had been providing surveillance video systems or video security systems prior to January 1, 2005 is exempt from certain requirements and may be granted a private alarm contractor license if he or she (i) meets certain specified requirements, (ii) pays all applicable fees, (iii) presents satisfactory evidence to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation of the provision of surveillance or video security systems for hire prior to January 1, 2005, and (iv) submits an application to the Department prior to July 1, 2014. Creates a provision concerning the confidentiality of all information collected by the Department in the course of an examination or investigation of a licensee or applicant. Also makes changes in provisions concerning legislative intent; requirements of a license; and employee requirements. Amends the Regulatory Sunset Act to extend the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Act of 2004 from January 1, 2014 to January 1, 2023. Effective immediately.