TN SB1864

Reserve, part-time, and auxiliary law enforcement officers are exempt from private security licensing requirements if they meet equivalent training standards under § 62-35-118 and complete biannual refresher training as determined by the commissioner.

Individuals on any state abuse registry or subject to orders of protection, bond conditions, or convictions prohibiting firearm possession are disqualified from obtaining private security licenses or armed security guard registrations.

Security guards and their employers must provide written notice to the commissioner within 10 days of any arrest, citation, or conviction for disqualifying offenses, with copies of charging documents or court orders.

Sworn peace officers certified by POST and state/local correctional officers with current training are exempt from certain security guard training requirements.

Local governments are prohibited from requiring additional permits, licenses, fees, or bonds for state-licensed private security professionals, though they may still impose business taxes and regulate street patrol services.