Security Companies and Guards
Welcome!
IMPORTANT:
Be aware that fees and application requirements may have changed for your profession. Please use the most current version of the application, from this website, to ensure you are submitting the correct information and fees needed to process your licensure request.
Exam Information
ATTENTION: Most testing centers have shut down to help slow the spread of COVID-19. On April 2nd, we will resume testing, for State exams, utilizing an "At-Home" platform known as Examroom. To see if this option is available to you, please register at: https://provexam.com. For more information about adjustments during the pandemic, visit COVID-19 Agency Notices.
There are no required exams to be licensed as a security officer in Utah.
In order to be licensed as a Security Company or an Armored Car Company in Utah, companies must have a licensed qualifying agent. Qualifying agents, or qualifiers, are required to pass a state exam for their company type. For more information on these exams, please see the following links:
- Utah Contract Security Company Qualifying Agent Exam
- Utah Armored Care Company Qualifying Agent Exam
To Schedule an Exam:
- Create an account at https://provexam.com. You have the option to take this exam at most college and university testing centers in Utah and throughout the US.
- Out-of-State Testing: Contact Prov directly to make testing arrangements. The phone number is 877-228-3926.
- At-Home Testing: You also have the option of using an "at-home" testing platform known as Examroom. This option will be available as you are scheduling your exam.
Note: Prov will electronically send the results of your exam directly to DOPL.
If you have any additional QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS that you are not able to address with the Exam Administrator mentioned above, you may contact doplexams@utah.gov.
Apply for a License
STEP 1: Please select the license type you are applying for:
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
— OR —
You are prepared to come into DOPLs office where fingerprint services are available, with no additional charge for applicants (160 E 300 S, Salt Lake City) from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: No appointment is necessary.
If you are unable to be fingerprinted at the DOPL office, you may be fingerprinted at any law enforcement agency (police department/sheriff’s office) and mail them to:
Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
PO Box 146741
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
— OR —
You are prepared to come into DOPLs office where fingerprint services are available, with no additional charge for applicants (160 E 300 S, Salt Lake City) from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: No appointment is necessary.
If you are unable to be fingerprinted at the DOPL office, you may be fingerprinted at any law enforcement agency (police department/sheriff’s office) and mail them to:
Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
PO Box 146741
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
— OR —
You are prepared to come into DOPLs office where fingerprint services are available, with no additional charge for applicants (160 E 300 S, Salt Lake City) from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: No appointment is necessary.
If you are unable to be fingerprinted at the DOPL office, you may be fingerprinted at any law enforcement agency (police department/sheriff’s office) and mail them to:
Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
PO Box 146741
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
— OR —
You are prepared to come into DOPLs office where fingerprint services are available, with no additional charge for applicants (160 E 300 S, Salt Lake City) from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: No appointment is necessary.
If you are unable to be fingerprinted at the DOPL office, you may be fingerprinted at any law enforcement agency (police department/sheriff’s office) and mail them to:
Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
PO Box 146741
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
— OR —
You are prepared to come into DOPLs office where fingerprint services are available, with no additional charge for applicants (160 E 300 S, Salt Lake City) from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: No appointment is necessary.
If you are unable to be fingerprinted at the DOPL office, you may be fingerprinted at any law enforcement agency (police department/sheriff’s office) and mail them to:
Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
PO Box 146741
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
— OR —
You are prepared to come into DOPLs office where fingerprint services are available, with no additional charge for applicants (160 E 300 S, Salt Lake City) from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.: No appointment is necessary.
If you are unable to be fingerprinted at the DOPL office, you may be fingerprinted at any law enforcement agency (police department/sheriff’s office) and mail them to:
Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
PO Box 146741
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741
Renew a License
- License expires on November 30 of even years.
- At least 60 days prior to the expiration date of a license, DOPL will mail a renewal notice to the licensee's address of record as provided to DOPL by the individual licensee. (Failure to notify DOPL of an address change could prevent a licensee from timely receiving renewal notification and other important correspondence from DOPL.)
- Renewal Fees — Armed/Unarmed/Armored Car Officer $42 | Company $203
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
REQUIREMENTS – Before proceeding, the following requirements must be met:
Additional Forms
Update Your License Record
Legal Name Change
If your legal name has changed, you must verify the change by submitting a copy of a marriage certificate, divorce decree, court order, driver's license, or social security card to the Division. If you desire a reprint of your license reflecting the name change, you must also submit a $10 reprint fee with the request.
- EMAIL: doplweb@utah.gov
- FAX: 801-530-6511
- MAIL: PO Box 146741, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6741
Change of Address
You may update your address online in the eGov system.
Laws and Rules
- DOPL Licensing Act, 58-1 (05/08/2018)
- General Rule of the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing, R156-1. (01/09/2020)
- Security Personnel Licensing Act, 58-63 (05/08/2018)
- Security Personnel Licensing Act Contract Security Rule, R156-63a (05/13/2019)
- Security Personnel Licensing Act Armored Car Rule, R156-63b (05/13/2019)
Board Members event_seat=Chairperson
| Name | Appointed | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| VACANT/resignation (Officer/Owner) | 06/30/2020 | |
| Kevin Wyatt (Public Member) | 02/12/2019 | 06/30/2021 |
| Paul E. Child (Utah Chief of Police Assn. Rep. ) | 07/01/2019 | 06/30/2021 |
| K. Kumar Shah (Public Member) | 08/17/2015 | 06/30/2021 |
| Sheriff Travis Tucker (Sheriff Assoc. Rep) | 01/03/2019 | 06/30/2022 |
| Leo Koetje (Officer/Owner) | 07/01/2018 | 06/30/2023 |
| Joshua Smith (Officer/Owner) | 07/01/2019 | 06/30/2023 |
Upcoming Public Meetings
Past Public Meetings
Contact Us
- For general licensing questions call:
- (801) 530-6628
(866) 275-3675 Toll-Free in Utah - Bureau Manager
- Jana Johansen — janajohansen@utah.gov
- Board Secretary
- Bobbie Loy — B6@utah.gov
Websites
Military Resources
Are you a veteran in crisis or concerned about one?
Contact the Veteran Crisis Line
Members of the armed forces and their families are often more affected than other groups by licensing restrictions because of frequent relocations to fulfill orders. To ease this burden, the Utah Legislature has authorized certain fee waivers and license exemptions for qualifying military personnel and military spouses.
License Fee Waivers
Initial License and License Renewal
DOPL requires a processing fee for initial license applications and license renewal. This
fee varies by profession. The Utah Legislature has authorized initial license and license renewal fee waivers for qualifying military service members. Full-time
active duty service members should submit the fee waiver request form with their initial and renewal license application.
Download the fee waiver request form here.
Inactive License
Qualifying licensees, who wish to maintain their license but who are not currently practicing in the profession, can apply for inactive status. In some cases,
changing a license to inactive status will remove certain CE requirements. The Utah Legislature has authorized fee waivers for qualifying military service
members who change their license to inactive status or who renew an inactive license. Please note that not all professions have inactive status as an option.
To check if your profession has inactive license status, refer to
Utah Administrative Rule R156-1-305.
Full-time active duty service members can download the fee waiver request form for inactive status here.
Licensing for Military Spouses
Spouses of military service members stationed in Utah are permitted to work in licensed professions without obtaining a Utah license as long as they possess an active license from another state or territory of the United States. Since this benefit for military spouses is relatively new, you may need to explain to employers or the public who ask that your out-of-state license is valid because you are a spouse of an active duty service member. To help you, the Division has created a verification letter which you can show your employer or the public that explains this exemption. Download the verification letter here.
Additional Resources
Are you struggling with PTSD, depression, suicidal thoughts, or addiction?
The College of Social and Behavioral Science at the University of Utah provides free treatment for veterans, including: therapy sessions, workshops, and a two-week residential treatment program for veterans with PTSD in Park City.
Learn more here.
The Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs (UDVMA) provides resources for veterans including education, employment, healthcare, and more. Learn more here.