AR SR5

Authorizes Representative John Vines to introduce legislation amending Arkansas Code § 17-40-337 regarding qualifications for commissioned security officers and school security officers.

Adds exception allowing individuals convicted of failure to appear under § 5-54-120 or a Class A misdemeanor (if conviction occurred 10 or more years before application) to receive a security commission.

Adds disqualification for individuals convicted of felonies, Class A misdemeanors involving violence, crimes involving firearms, crimes involving alcohol and firearms, crimes involving moral turpitude, or comparable out-of-state offenses, including previously sealed or expunged convictions.

Requires the director to deny commissions to applicants employed by licensees or private business security departments unless applicants submit evidence meeting all qualifications under the chapter and director rules.