Per Florida Statute 493, the Division of Licensing of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is responsible for security officers (“D” License) and private investigator licensing (“C” License) in Florida . Background screening is a part of license application, and it is conducted by submitting the set of fingerprints for FBI Level 2 Background Check. Submission can be made by hard copy or via live scan vendors approved by FDLE and DOACS.
During D license application processing the Division of Licensing will request an examination of fingerprint records and police records. When a criminal history analysis of any applicant under chapter 439 is performed by means of fingerprint card identification, the time limitations prescribed by s. 120.60(1) shall be tolled during the time the applicant’s fingerprint card is under review by the Department of Law Enforcement or the United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation.
If a legible set of fingerprints, as determined by the Department of Law Enforcement or the Federal Bureau of Investigation, cannot be obtained after two attempts, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services may determine the applicant’s eligibility based upon a criminal history record check under the applicant’s name conducted by the Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. A set of fingerprints taken by a law enforcement agency and a written statement signed by the fingerprint technician or a licensed physician stating that there is a physical condition that precludes obtaining a legible set of fingerprints or that the fingerprints taken are the best that can be obtained is sufficient to meet this requirement.
If you are applying for Florida Security or Private Investigator License in Miami, Broward, Palm Beach or Martin counties, please call IDENTICO today, for in office or mobile fingerprinting appointment. IDENTICO is FDLE approved Live Scan vendor, and we use electronic fingerprinting solutions in transmitting your fingerprints for FBI Level 2 Background Check, so Division of Licensing receives the results of screening in as less as 72 hours. The cost of screening is $48.25. Visit our official website www.myidentico.com or call us today (954) 239-8590. We have an open door policy at our office located at 3948 Pembroke Road, Suite E, Pembroke Park, FL, 33021, however if you would like to schedule an appointment at certain time, please visit //www.myidentico.com/hitappoint/ and we’ll serve you first regardless of any wait line.
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How do you renew your security license Florida?
If a licensee lets their security license expire past 6 months from the renewal date they will have to reapply for the license as well as re-submit the live scan fingerprints for the FBI background check, provide a recent passport photo, complete another State of Florida application, have it notarized and then, send all your information with a check, or money order to the Division of Licensing for the amount of the license. ie; $45 for the Security D license and or $112 for the Statewide Firearm License Renewals.
Example: The Security D License fee is $45. If the license renewal is past due, it’s a $90 total late fee.
To Renew a Florida Security License by Mail
If the license has not expired or is not under administrative review, mail a check or money order to the DOL with your renewal letter. The letter must be notarized and include your passport photo.
Florida Security License Renewal Fees:
- Security D License $45
- Statewide Firearms G License $112
- C/CC Private Investigator $75
Mail Your Renewal Letter to Florida DOL:
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer ServicesDivision of LicensingP.O. Box 6687Tallahassee, FL 32314-6687Phone Number: (850) 245-5691Fax Number: (850) 245-5655Renew the Florida Security License Online
If you would like to pay by credit card, licensees can renew their licenses online at the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ website Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Website. Select your license type from the navigation and follow the guided instructions.
What if I am not working currently in the security field but I’m licensed?
It’s always cheaper long run to keep your security licenses current, even if you’re not currently working in the field. Many people leave the field and let their licenses expire, then they decide to come back into security and have to complete the initial application process all over again. This can be costly especially for armed security officers.
Trying to get your Security D License?
View the Security D License Course Requirements, Objective & Training Overview Here.