Licensing Renewal Tips - BSIS

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) has posted information on the BSIS website to help licensees avoid delays with processing their renewal application and so that the licensee receives their renewed license prior to the license expiration date.
You may find the "Renewal Tips" link on the BSIS homepage in the Application Processing box next to the Renewal Applications section. You may also find it on the Licensees webpage.

UPDATE 12/30/2015

Subject:	Applying for Multiple Initial or Additional Company Licenses in BreEZe
Date:	12/30/2015 10:15:35 A.M. Pacific Standard Time
From:	emailbsis@DCA.CA.GOV
Reply To: noreply@DCA.CA.GOV To: BSIS-GENERAL@DCALISTS.CA.GOV

Important Licensing Information for Those Applying for Multiple Initial or Additional Company Licenses
If you plan on applying for a Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) company license using your BreEZe online account AFTER you have linked one or more company license types to your BreEZe account, you must submit a hard copy of the new company application to the Bureau.
For example, if you have already linked a Private Patrol Operator (PPO) license to your BreEZe account but want to also apply for a Private Investigator (PI) license, you must submit a paper PI application to the Bureau. Once the license is issued by the Bureau, you will be able to link the new license to your BreEZe online account.

To submit a hardcopy application, visit the Bureau’s website here, download or print the application for the new company license, and mail the completed and signed paper application to Bureau of Security & Investigative Services, P.O. Box 989002, West Sacramento, CA 95798-9002.
Email BSIS at bsis@dca.ca.gov if you have questions regarding this matter.

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Updated 01/07/2016

Online Licensing No Longer Available For Use

The Bureau’s security guard online licensing system was permanently shut down on Tuesday, January 5, 2016. Security guards who have utilized the existing online licensing system and who want to use BreEZe for their future online licensing activities will need to establish a new user profile and password to access their license information through BreEZe. New BreEZe accounts can be established only after BSIS’ transition to BreEZe on January 19, 2016.

License Service Interruptions

In preparation of the Bureau’s transition to the Department of Consumer Affair’s new BreEZe Online Licensing and Enforcement System (BreEZe), the Bureau’s current licensing and enforcement systems will be shut down on January 14, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. On January 19, 2016, the Bureau’s transition to BreEZe will be complete. During the transition period, the Bureau will not carry out any licensing activities to allow for the successful migration of data from the current systems to BreEZe nor will it be able to receive complaints.
While the Bureau has taken all steps to minimize the impact of the transition, there may be slight delays in all license-related processing activities (applications, renewals, name changes, address change, etc.) as a result of the down time.

BreEZe Launch

The BreEZe Online Licensing and Enforcement System will be available for use on January 19, 2016.
BreEZe functionalities (for most BSIS license types) include submitting:

• initial and renewal online applications,
• name and address changes,
• a request for a duplicate license,
• payments online via a secure system, and
• adding calibers to a Firearms Permit.

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UPDATE 01/13/2016

This is a reminder that the Bureau’s current licensing and enforcement systems will shut down tomorrow, January 14, 2016 at 5:00 p.m., as a result of the Bureau’s transition to the Department of Consumer Affair’s new BreEZe Online Licensing and Enforcement System (BreEZe). On January 19, 2016, the Bureau’s transition to BreEZe will be complete. During the transition period, the Bureau will not carry out any licensing activities to allow for the successful migration of data from the current systems to BreEZe nor will it be able to receive complaints.
While the Bureau has taken all steps to minimize the impact of the transition, there may be slight delays in all license-related processing activities (applications, renewals, name changes, address change, etc.) as a result of the down time.
The transition will also impact information available on the Bureau's Verify a License webpage. Information will be current as of January 14, 2016. The information will be updated and available on January 20, 2016.
Visit the Bureau's website to learn more about the BreEZe transition or click here to learn more about the BreEZe transition.

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UPDATE 01/14/2016

The Bureau’s current licensing and enforcement systems will shut down TODAY, January 14, 2016 at 5:00 p.m., as a result of the Bureau’s transition to the Department of Consumer Affair’s new BreEZe Online Licensing and Enforcement System (BreEZe).
The Bureau’s transition to BreEZe will be complete on January 19, 2016. During the transition period, the Bureau will not carry out any licensing activities to allow for the successful migration of data from the current systems to BreEZe nor will it be able to receive complaints.
During this time the information on the Bureau's Verify a License webpage will be current as of January 14, 2016. The information will be updated and available on January 20, 2016.
You can learn more about the transition to BreEZe by visiting the Bureau's website.

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UPDATE 01/19/2016

The Bureau has completed its transition to the BreEZe Online Licensing and Enforcement system. In order for a BSIS license applicant or licensee to use the BreEZe system, he or she must first register with BreEZe to establish a unique account.
The Bureau encourages you to visit the BSIS website to learn more about BreEZe including how to register to establish and account with BreEZe, BreEZe functionalities relating to BSIS licenses, BreEZe tutorials, and general information regarding the Bureau’s transition to BreEZe.
Please note that the Bureau’s processing times for initial and renewal license applications may be longer than the normal 4 to 6 weeks time period at this time as a result of the Bureau’s transition to BreEZe.
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Update 02/05/2016

The BreEZe online system requires an email address in order to establish a unique BreEZe account. Once an email address has been associated with one BreEZe account, it cannot be used to establish another BreEZe account. This is a program integrity issue and a safeguard to protect the applicant’s or licensee’s BreEZe account information. If you have questions regarding the use of an email address with BreEZe, please email bsis@dca.ca.gov.
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Update 02/26/2016


The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Oakland, CA on March 8, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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Update 03/02/16


There's still time left to take the online 2016 Occupational Analysis (OA) survey regarding the repossession profession. March 4, 2016 is the last day to complete the survey.
Use the following link to access the survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Repo_OA2016
The Survey Web-link Password is: repo2016 (all lower case)
You will need to provide your RA License # to take the survey.
About the Survey:
The Bureau is responsible for developing examinations to test applicant’s skills for licensure in California. The development of an examination begins with an occupational analysis which is a method for identifying the tasks performed in a profession and the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. The OA is only conducted every five to seven years and the results are very important to the development of the written exams.
Workshops with Repossession Agency (RA) Qualified Managers (QM) have been held in Sacramento, conducted by the Office of Professional Examination Services (OPES). As a result of their efforts, a survey questionnaire has been developed and we invite you to participate in evaluating the 2016 OA as it relates to the current practice of the Repossession industry. Your response will be combined with responses of other RA Qualified Manager professionals to determine the tasks and knowledge needed for independent practice. Your individual responses will be kept confidential.
Again, we appreciate your dedication to your profession and to our mission of protecting the consumers of California by licensing qualified and competent providers.
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Update 03/03/16

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on March 15, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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Update 03/11/2016


Please be advised that due to the Bureau’s transition to the Department of Consumer Affairs BreEZe licensing system, the look of BSIS registration cards has changed. A list of changes for each registration is provided below.
Applies to Guard, Alarm Agent, Proprietary Private Security Officer and Locksmith Employee:

• Previously the registrant received the registration, printed on paper approximately the same size of the envelope, with the name and address, which was viewable through the envelope window, printed on the registration. Now, the registration is part of a full sheet of paper and the address seen in the window is printed on the “throw away” portion of the page.
  
  
• Changes on the registration itself:
  • The state seal is smaller.
  • The Bureau name, DCA logo, and title are larger.
  • The registration number and expiration date now appear above the registrant’s name.
  
  
• Changes on the receipt portion of the registration:
  • The registrant’s name is now beneath the registration number, expiration date, and receipt number.
  • The revision date is 10/2015.

Applies to Repossession Agency Employee:

• Previously the registrant received only the registration, printed on paper approximately the same size of the envelope, with the name and address, which was viewable through the envelope window, printed on the registration. Now, the registration is part of a full sheet of paper and the address seen in the window is printed on the “throw away” portion of the page.
  
  
• Changes on the registration itself:
  • The state seal is smaller.
  • The Bureau name, DCA logo, and title are larger.
  • The registration number and expiration date now appear above the registrant’s name.
  • The company name is now listed below the registrant’s name. *NOTE: If the Repossession Agency company name is long, the RA license number will not appear on the registration.
  
  
• Changes on the receipt portion of the registration:
  • The registrant’s name is now beneath the registration number, expiration date, and receipt number.
  • The revision date is 11/2015.

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Update 03/15/2016

Verify a License is now called License Search

As a result of the Bureau’s transition to the Department’s BreEZe licensing system, the license search tool has changed from “Verify a License” to “License Search.” You may access the “License Search” website by clicking on the License Search button located in the BreEZe box on the BSIS homepage or by clicking the “License Search” tab located in the upper right-hand corner of the BSIS homepage.

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UPDATE 03/25/2016
Subject: NOTICE of BSIS Advisory Committee Meeting April 7, 2016

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services will hold an Advisory Committee Meeting on April 7, 2016 in the Department of Consumer Affairs hearing room located at 1625 North Market Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95834.
Click here to view a copy of the agenda and meeting materials. The webcast will begin live streaming at the start of the Advisory Committee Meeting.



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UPDATED 04/02/2016
Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing
The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on April 12, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 04/08/16

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing
The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Sacramento, CA on April 19, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 04/08/16

Notice of Proposed Regulations Firearm Qualifications and Training


NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (Bureau or BSIS) is proposing to take the action described in the Informative Digest. Any person interested may present statements or arguments orally or in writing relevant to the action proposed at a hearing to be held at the:
Department of Consumer Affairs
Hearing Room 102
1625 N Market Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95834
May 27, 2016
9:00 am
Written comments, including those sent by mail, facsimile, or e-mail to the address listed under Contact Person in the Notice, must be received by the Bureau at its office not later than 5:00 p.m. on May 27, 2016, or must be received by the Bureau at the hearing. The Bureau, upon its own motion or at the instance of any interested party, may thereafter adopt the proposals substantially as described in the informative digest or may modify such proposals if such modifications are sufficiently related to the original text. With the exception of technical or grammatical changes, the full text of any modified proposal will be available for 15 days prior to its adoption from the person designated in the Notice as contact person and will be mailed to those persons who submit written or oral testimony related to this proposal or who have requested notification of any changes to the proposal.
A copy of the Proposed Language, Notice of Proposed Actions and Initial Statement of REasons can be found on the Bureau's website at http://www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/laws/prop_regs.shtml.


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UPDATED 04/09/16

Updated Layout to the Forms and Publications Webpage

The Bureau has updated the layout to the Forms and Publications webpage on its website.
Updates to the webpage include:
⦁ Links for the application or transaction submission through BreEZe, if applicable.
⦁ Sections for each license/permit/registration/certificate type in alphabetical order.
⦁ Link to the live scan form, fact sheet, and FAQ in each license/permit/registration/certificate section, if the document exists for that license/permit/registration/certificate.
Click here to access the Bureau's Forms and Publications webpage.
emailbsis@DCA.CA.GOV

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UPDATED 05/05/2016

Subject: Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing 

Date: 5/5/2016 5:40:55 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time
From: emailbsis@DCA.CA.GOV
Reply To: noreply@DCA.CA.GOV
To: BSIS-GENERAL@DCALISTS.CA.GOV

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Committee Hearing in Riverside, CA on May 17, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 05/17/2016

Solicitation for BSIS Advisory Committee 

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (Bureau) currently has (2) vacant positions on its Advisory Committee, the Proprietary Private Security Employer (PPSE) industry member position and a public member position. The Bureau is accepting applications for the recruitment of these positions through close of business day 

June 3, 2016.

Please visit the Bureau’s website at http://www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/advisory_solicitation.pdf to view more information about the vacant positions as well as the application to submit if interested.

The Bureau thanks you for your interest.

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UPDATE 05/31/16

Subject: Alarm Company QM Exam Development Experts Wanted
Date: 5/31/2016 9:43:06 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time
From: emailbsis@DCA.CA.GOV

Apply to be a Subject Matter Expert (SME)

 to assist in the Bureau’s Occupational Analysis Workshops

As an expert, you will have the opportunity to contribute to your profession and work with other licensed Alarm Company Operator Qualified Managers from around the state to assist in the completion of an occupational analysis. Your knowledge and experience as a qualified manager is essential for the success of this process.


Click here for further information about the occupational analysis workshops and how to participate.



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UPDATE 06/01/16

Subject:

"ADD CALIBER"

The Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (Bureau) has suspended the
practice of adding a caliber on a current BSIS Firearms Permit.
Any “Add Caliber” requests postmarked after June 3, 2016 will not be processed.

During the recent revisions of the Firearms Permit Application, it was noted that the process used to add a caliber to an existing firearms permit is not specified in law.

The Bureau is researching how to address this issue as soon as possible.
We appreciate your patience and will provide an update once this issue has been resolved.

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UPDATE 06/10/2016

Subject: Application Deficiencies

Date: 6/10/2016 9:18:19 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time

The Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (Bureau) continues to receive a high volume of deficient paper applications, initial and renewal. About 30% of the applications received are incomplete and/or are submitted on outdated application forms.

Deficient applications not only delay the issuance of a license to an applicant, but also impact the Bureau’s ability to process all license applications timely.

Most Common Deficiencies

1. Submitting an outdated application. 

2. Not answering both conviction questions. 

3. The handwriting on the application is illegible. 

4. The applicant failed to sign the application. 

5. The address is incomplete. 

6. For a security guard initial application, the Certificate of Completion Serial Number field for the         Powers to Arrest Training is blank. 

To obtain the current application forms please visit: http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/index.shtml.

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UPDATE 06/11/16

Subject: Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct an Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on June 21, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/


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UPDATE 06/21/2016


Subject: Alarm Company Qualified Managers Wanted
Date: 6/21/2016 9:43:09 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time

The Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (Bureau) is looking for Alarm Company Qualified Managers to participate in telephone interviews as the first part of an occupational analysis to update the Alarm Company Qualified Manager exam.
Click here for further information about the occupational analysis and how to submit a registration form to participate.
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UPDATE 07/01/2016

Subject: Governor's Office Announces Appointment
of DCA Chief Deputy Director

The Bureau is pleased to inform you that the Office of Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced on June 28th the appointment of former Bureau Chief Jeffrey Mason to the position of Chief Deputy Director of the California Department of Consumer Affairs. Mr. Mason served as Bureau Chief from 2010 to 2013. The Bureau congratulates Mr. Mason on his appointment and looks forward to working with him.
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UPDATE 07/01/2016

Subject: Alarm Company Qualified Managers Wanted

Apply to be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assist in the Bureau’s Occupational Analysis Workshops. As an expert, you will have the opportunity to contribute to your profession by sharing your knowledge and experience as a qualified manager.
The Bureau is currently looking for Alarm Company Qualified Managers to participate in a telephone interview. If you are interested in participating you may click here to view more information about the occupational analysis and how to apply.
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UPDATED 07/13/2016

Subject: Private Patrol Operator Qualified Managers Wanted

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (Bureau) is recruiting Private Patrol Operator (PPO) Qualified Managers (QM) to assist in the completion of an exam development workshop.
There will be two types of workshops available for participation.
⦁ Item Writing/Review
⦁ Exam Construction/Passing Score
Interested PPO QMs must meet and/or agree to the following criteria:
⦁ Currently be an active PPO QM in good standing with the Bureau;
⦁ Possess up-to-date skills;
⦁ Agree not to participate at any time in any licensing examination coaching or preparation courses;
⦁ Not be affiliated as a teacher with a private investigator program. The Office of Professional Examination Services enforces a stringent security policy, and workshop participants will be required to sign confidentiality forms; and
⦁ Enter into a contract with the state in order to participate, and receive your reimbursement and per diem (Government Code Section 19130 and Business and Professions Code Section 40).
If you are interested in applying please submit an e-mail to justina.binsfeld@dca.ca.gov requesting more information about the exam development workshops as well as the Subject Matter Expert Registration Form.
The Bureau is working to get the information and registration form posted on its website and will provide a follow-up e-mail once the information has posted.
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UPDATE 07/14/16

Subject: Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on July 26, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 07/19/2016

Subject: Adding Calibers to an Existing Firearms Permit

This notice follows up the Bureau’s advisement in June 2016 that it had
suspended the practice of adding a caliber to a current BSIS Firearms
Permit because the process being used was not specified in law.

After extensive analysis of the laws and regulations, the Bureau has
determined that the only legal pathway to add a caliber to an existing firearms
permit under current Bureau law and regulations is for the permit holder to
complete the course of training in the carrying and use of a firearm required
to obtain an initial firearm permit, as prescribed by, Title 16, Division 7,
Section 635 of the California Code of Regulations.

Specifically:
⦁ Completion of at least 8 hours of classroom instruction on the carrying and use of a firearm,
⦁ Passing a Bureau-approved written firearm exam with a minimum score of 85%, and
⦁ Discharging 50 rounds a minimum of two (2) times,
one (1) round for practice and one (1) round for score.
Pursuant to Business and Professions Code sections 7583.2(f) and 7599.40,
the Bureau has developed the Certificate of Proficiency in Specified Caliber(s)
and Request for Replacement Permit form.
The form can be found on the Bureau's website at http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/proficiency_cert.pdf and additional
information for instructors and firearms permit holders may be found at
http://www.bsis.ca.gov
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UPDATE 07/21/2016

Subject: PPO Qualified Managers Wanted

The information regarding the recruitment of

Private Patrol Operator (PPO) Qualified Managers (QM)

to assist in the completion of an exam development workshop has posted.

Click here to view the recruitment information in its entirety.

Click here to download the Subject Matter Expert Registration Form
to apply to participate in the occupational analysis workshops.
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UPDATE 08/12/2016

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct an Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Hearing in Oakland, CA on August 23, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.


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Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Oakland, CA on August 23, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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LA's BEST PRIVATE DETECTIVE AGENCY

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UPDATE 08/18/2016 

Subject:      Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on August 30, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 08/30/2016

Reminder to Use New Firearms Permit Applications

This is a reminder that as of September 1, 2016 the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (Bureau) will only accept the newest versions of Firearms Permit Initial Application and Firearms Permit Renewal Application from applicants applying for an initial firearms permit or renewing a current firearms permit.

The Bureau will accept requalifications to renew a firearms permit which were completed prior to September 1, 2016 on the prior version of the form, but requalifications completed after September 1st will need to be submitted on the new application form.

Additional information regarding the new firearms permit application forms can be found on the Bureau's website at http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/new_firearm.shtml

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UPDATE 09/13/16

Subject: Reminder to Use New Firearms Permit Applications

This is a reminder that all firearm requalifications completed on or after September 1, 2016 to renew a firearms permit must be completed on the new Firearms Permit Renewal Application (rev. 5/2016) form. The Bureau will continue to accept and process renewal requalifications that were completed prior to September 1, 2016 on the Application for Firearms Permit (rev. 11/2014) form. As such you may be submitting a firearms permit renewal with a portion of the requalifications on the old form and a portion on the new form.
By law, a Firearms Permit Renewal Application must be submitted at least 60 days before the expiration date of the permit. However, the renewal application should not be submitted sooner than 90 days before expiration. The Bureau encourages firearms permit holders to utilize the Department of Consumer Affairs’ online BreEZe system to submit a Firearms Permit Renewal Application for a timelier renewal. NOTE: Completing the BreEZe renewal questions and paying the renewal fee alone DOES NOT renew your Firearms Permit. You also must upload a scanned copy of the Firearms Permit Renewal Application with the BreEZe renewal transaction.
If you have any questions about this process you may contact the Bureau by emailing bsis@dca.ca.gov or calling 1-800-952-5210.
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UPDATE 09/23/2016

Subject: Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on October 4, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov

However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml

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UPDATE 09/30/2016

Subject: Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Committee Hearing in Sacramento, CA
on October 11, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml

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UPDATE 09/30/16

Subject: NOTICE of BSIS Advisory Committee Meeting October 13, 2016

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will hold an Advisory Committee Meeting on October 13, 2016 in the Department of Consumer Affairs' hearing room located at

 1625 North Market Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95834.
A copy of the meeting agenda can be found on the BSIS Advisory Committee webpage.

Click here to view a copy of the agenda for this meeting.
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UPDATE 10/31/2016

Subject: BSIS Strategic Plan Survey

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (Bureau) is beginning the
process of developing its strategic plan for the years 2017 through 2021.
To assist us with this effort, the Bureau is utilizing the services of the
Department of Consumer Affairs’ SOLID Planning Solutions Unit (SOLID).
SOLID created a short survey to solicit feedback from our various
stakeholders regarding the Bureau’s performance in carrying out activities
relating to its core regulatory areas as well as overall.
Your completion of this survey will provide valuable input that will
assist the Bureau to identify objectives and action plans for our new
strategic plan that are appropriate and relevant to our organizational development.
Thank you in advance for completing the survey.
NOTE: The survey will close at 11:59 on Sunday, November 27, 2016.
Additionally, all survey responses are anonymous.
Click this link to access SOLID’s survey:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BSIS_Stakeholder 

BSIS-GENERAL@DCALISTS.CA.GOV

REPOSTED BY PAUL CAZALET, P.I.
LOS ANGELES PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR

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UPDATE 10/31/2016

Subject:
Attention Alarm Company
Operator Qualified Managers

The Bureau is currently recruiting Alarm Company Operator Qualified Managers
to participate as subject matter experts (SME) in the Occupational Analysis
Workshops scheduled for November 17-18, 2016 and January 25-26, 2017.

In the November workshop, SMEs will work to finalize the task and
knowledge statements compiled in the telephone interviews and
develop a questionnaire for distribution.

In the January workshop, SMEs will work to review the results to the questionnaire.
The results are then used to update the description of the Alarm Company
profession and develop the content for the next qualified manager exam.

If you are a current active Alarm Company Operator Qualified Manager
in good standing with the Bureau and are interested in participating as a
SME contact Justina Binsfeld at justina.binsfeld@dca.ca.gov to request a
registration form.
The Bureau is working to update the online registration form and
will notify you once the updated form has posted.

Thank you for your interest.
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UPDATE 11/04/2016

Subject: Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing
Alarm Company Operator 

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct an
Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Hearing in Oakland, CA
 on November 15, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the
BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov
However, you may view a copy of the
Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml

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UPDATE 11/04/2016

Subject: Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing
Private Security 

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a
Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Oakland, CA
on November 15, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the
BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov
 However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary
Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml

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UPDATE 11/16/2016

Subject: Attn: Private Patrol Operator
Qualified Managers

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (Bureau)
 is recruiting Private Patrol Operator (PPO) Qualified Managers
(QM) to assist in the completion of an Exam Development
workshop scheduled for December 6-7, 2016.

In the December workshop, Exam Construction/Passing Score, SMEs will be asked to take the exam, rate the difficulty of the items, and participate in workshop discussion.

If you are currently an active Private Patrol Operator
Qualified Manager in good standing with the Bureau and are
interested in participating as a SME you may contact
Justina Binsfeld at justina.binsfeld@dca.ca.gov for
more information or visit our website using the links below.

Registration Form: http://www.bsis.ca.gov/exams/ppoqm_sme.pdf

FAQ: http://www.bsis.ca.gov/exams/ppoqm_sme_recruitment.shtml

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UPDATE 12/01/2016
Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing Private Security 

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a
Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing
in Riverside, CA on December 14, 2016.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov

However, you may view a copy of the Private Security
Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at
www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml


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UPDATE 01/04/2017

SUBJECT: BSIS Advisory Committee Meeting 

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will hold an
Advisory Committee Meeting on January 12, 2017 in the Department of
Consumer Affairs' hearing room located at
1625 North Market Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95834.

A copy of the meeting agenda can be found on the
  BSIS Advisory Committee webpage.

Click here to view a copy of the agenda for this meeting.


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UPDATE 01/12/2017

Subject: 2017 Regulations posted to BSIS website

The Bureau has published the 2017 Regulations that reflect changes impacting
Firearm Permit holders and Firearm Training Facilities.

Click here to view the updated Regulations:
http://www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/laws/bsis_regulations.pdf

Click here to view the Order of Adoption:
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UPDATE 01/12/2017

Subject: Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on January 24, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml




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UPDATE 01/13/2017

Subject: Updates to BSIS license search

The below updates have been made to the License Search feature of the
Bureau’s website:
• A complete Address of Record will now be displayed for each Company License.

• The City, State and Zip Code will now be displayed for each Employee License.
If a name search is done and a list of licensees are displayed, the City will not be viewable;
 you will be required to click into each individual’s name to see the city.
The department is working on having the city display on a name search list through
a new license search platform that should be available later this year.

If you wish to update your address, please use the Address Change form on the below links:
Company Address Change: http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/company_chngadd.pdf

Employee Address Change: http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/personal_chngadd.pdf

Address Changes may also be submitted online by logging in or creating an
account through the BreEZe portal.

Thank you for your interest.

Bureau of Security & Investigative Services

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UPDATE 02/24/2017

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a
Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on March 8, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov
However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml

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UPDATE 02/24/2017

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a
Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on March 7-8, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary
Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 03/29/2017

Subject: ADVISORY COMMITTEE

This email is to notify you that the April 13, 2017 Advisory
Committee meeting has been cancelled.
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Subject:   Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)
will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Committee
Hearing in Riverside, CA on April 11, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Private Security
 Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at
www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.


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UPDATE 04/18/17

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

Date: 4/18/2017

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a
Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Sacramento, CA
on April 25-26, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary
Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 05/04/2017

BSIS Performance and Fee Report – May 1, 2017

In November 2016, the Bureau secured CPS HR Consulting (CPS) to carry out an
audit of the Bureau’s performance, relating to the Private Security Services Fund,
 to determine whether current license fee levels adequately support expenditures
 associated with carrying out program activities. CPS completed the audit in
April 2017 and the findings detailed in the CPS BSIS Performance and Fee Report.

The full report is available on the Bureau’s website.

Please Click Here to view.

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UPDATE 05/04/2017

Alarm Company 2017 Occupational Analysis

The Bureau is inviting you to participate in the 2017 Occupational Analysis
 (OA) survey regarding the Alarm Company profession.
The survey will be available until June 10, 2017 , 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 It will take approximately 60 minutes to complete the online survey questionnaire.
For your convenience, you may begin the survey questionnaire and exit to return
at a later time, as long as it is from the same computer.
If you are interested in helping us out with this important project, please:

Please Click Here to access the survey.

The Survey Web-link Password is: ACQ2016
(all UPPER case) 


About the Survey:

As you know, the Bureau is responsible for developing examinations to test
applicant’s skills for licensure in California. The development of an examination
 begins with an occupational analysis which is a method for identifying the tasks
performed in a profession and the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job.

 The OA is only conducted every five to seven years and the results are
very important to the development of the written exams.
Workshops with Alarm Company Qualified Managers (ACQ) have been
held in Sacramento, conducted by the Office of Professional Examination Services
 (OPES). As a result of their efforts, a survey questionnaire has been developed and
we invite you to participate in evaluating the 2017 OA as it relates to the current
 practice of the Alarm industry. Your response will be combined with responses
of other Alarm Company Qualified Manager professionals to determine the tasks
and knowledge needed for independent practice.

Your individual responses will be kept confidential.

Again, we appreciate your dedication to your profession and to our
mission of protecting the consumers of California by licensing
qualified and competent providers.

Thank you,

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services 

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UPDATE 05/05/17

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a
Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA
on May 15-16, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing
Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.


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UPDATE 06/01/17

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing 

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will
conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Oakland, CA
on June 13, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov
 However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review
Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml


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UPDATE 06/15/17

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on June 27, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 07/06/17

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct an

Alarm Company Operator
Disciplinary Review Hearing in Sacramento, CA on July 17, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Alarm Company Operator
Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at
www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

UPDATE WITH CORRECTION

Correction to July 17, 2017 Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee Agenda

The published agenda for the July 17, 2017 Alarm Company Operator
Disciplinary Review Committee contained a misprint.
The published agenda listed the address of the hearing as
2420 Del Paso Blvd. instead of 2420 Del Paso Rd.
The hearing will be held in Room 109 at the Bureau’s location
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UPDATE 07/13/2017

Repossession Agency Qualified Managers Wanted

Repossession Agency Qualified Managers Wanted!
Would you like to be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Bureau?
As an expert, you will have the opportunity to contribute to your
profession by assisting the Bureau in its Exam Development process.
Your knowledge and experience as a qualified manager is essential for
the success of this process. Subject Matter Experts are compensated
$200.00/per day for participation.

How do I qualify to participate?

To qualify to serve as a subject matter expert you must:

- Be a licensed Repossession Agency Qualified Manager

- Be actively working as a Repossession Agency Qualified Manager

- Be in good standing with the Bureau

When: August 8-9, 2017 (Workshops are 2 days)

Where: Sacramento, CA

I’m interested! How do I apply? Contact justina.binsfeld@dca.ca.gov


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Alarm Company Operator Qualified Managers

The Bureau is recruiting Alarm Company Operator Qualified Managers
to participate as Subject Matter Experts (SME) in the Occupational
Analysis Workshops scheduled for September 6-7, 2017.

If you are an active Alarm Company Operator Qualified Manager,
in good standing with the Bureau and are interested in participating as a
SME please contact Justina Binsfeld at justina.binsfeld@dca.ca.gov to request
 a registration form. Workshops are 2 days long and SMEs
receive $200.00 per day for their participation.

When: September 6-7, 2017

Where: Sacramento, CA

What is it: Occupational analysis workshops serve as focus groups to provide subject matter expert input regarding survey design and analysis of the survey results. The purpose of the pre-survey workshop is to review and modify the tasks and knowledge statements developed from interviews conducted with SMEs. In addition, participants will write new task and knowledge statements as needed. After the survey data is collected, workshops are conducted to evaluate the results of the occupational analysis questionnaire and determine cut off values for keeping or eliminating tasks and knowledge so that only critical statements remain. These critical statements will then be linked together to construct the examination outline. Throughout this process information will be gleaned to identify and develop terminology and reference lists regarding the profession

Thank you for your interest.

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UPDATE 07/20/2017

New Firearms Application Forms

In response to the recent regulatory changes, the Bureau issued letters to Firearms Training Facilities notifying them that the Bureau updated the Firearms Permit Initial Application Form and the Firearms Permit Renewal Application Form. The new forms (June 2017 revision date) are on the Bureau’s website. The Firearms Permit Initial Application (Revised June 2017) can be found at http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/fq_initial.pdf . The Firearms Permit Renewal Application (Revised June 2017) can be found at http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/fq_renewal.pdf .The new revised applications go into effect immediately. If you are unable to download the applications from the Bureau’s website, email Facilitiesandinstructors.dca@dca.ca.gov to request a hardcopy of each new revised application to be mailed to you.

Effective September 1, 2017, the new application forms must be used to document any firearms training completed by an individual seeking an initial firearms permit or range qualifications completed by an individual for the purpose of renewing a Firearms Permit.

Due to high call volumes, the Bureau suggests submitting any questions you may have regarding this information to bsis@dca.ca.gov . Please allow five business days for the Bureau to respond to policy-related questions.

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UPDATE 07/29/17

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a
Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in Riverside, CA on August 9, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml


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UPDATE 07/29/17

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct an
 Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Committee Hearing in Riverside, CA
on August 9, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 09/01/2017

Subject: Important Firearms Application Update to BreEZe

Please be advised that effective the evening of September 13, 2017, the ability to submit BSIS initial and renewal Firearms Permit applications as well as Add Caliber requests through BreEZe will be discontinued. This discontinuation is needed due to the high number of submissions without the required scan of the signed application form, which creates application processing delays.

The Bureau will process all initial and renewal Firearms Permit applications and Add Caliber requests submitted through BreEZe prior to the point of the BreEZe functions being shut down for these application types.

However, after the shutdown, all initial and renewal Firearms Permit applications and Add Caliber request should be submitted through the mail to P.O. Box 989002, West Sacramento, CA 95798.

Please note that by law a Firearms Permit Renewal Application MUST be submitted at least 60 days before the expiration date of the current permit. Additionally, please read the instructions on the application form closely to help prevent deficiencies in the application you submit.

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UPDATE 10/07/2017

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct an

Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Hearing
 in Riverside, CA on October 18, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary
Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.


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UPDATE 10/07/2017

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a

Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing
in Riverside, CA

on October 17, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing
 Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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 UPDATE 10/20/2017

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct an 

Alarm Company Operator

Disciplinary Review Hearing in Sacramento, CA
on November 2, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary
Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 11/06/2017

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)
will conduct a

 Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing

 in Riverside, CA on November 15, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS
website at www.bsis.ca.gov. 

However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 11/17/2017

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
(BSIS) will conduct a

Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing

 in Oakland, CA on November 28, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing
Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.
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Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)
will conduct an

Alarm Company Operator Disciplinary Review Hearing

 in Oakland, CA on November 28, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.
However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing
 Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE 12/04/2017

Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a

Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing
in Riverside, CA on December 11, 2017.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov. However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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ATTENTION PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR
QUALIFIED MANAGERS

The Bureau is recruiting Private Investigator Qualified Managers to participate as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in Exam Development Workshops for the purposes of writing, reviewing and revising items for a new version of the Private Investigator Qualified Manager Exam.

Workshops are 2-days long and SMEs receive $200.00 per day for their participation. The State will cover airfare to and from the workshop, meals, and mileage will be reimbursed at the rate of .535 cents per mile in accordance with State travel guidelines.

Below are the dates for the upcoming workshops:
January 24 - 25, 2018
February 28 - March 1, 2018

Location:
Sacramento, CA

If you are a BSIS Private Investigator Operator Qualified Manager Certificate Holder in current and clear status and currently active in a BSIS Private Investigator Operator licensee’s business, and are interested in participating as a SME, please contact Cha Xiong at Cha.Xiong@dca.ca.gov to request a workshop registration form or for any other questions you may have.

Thank you for your interest!

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ATTENTION ALARM COMPANY
QUALIFIED MANAGERS

The Bureau is recruiting Alarm Company Qualified Managers to participate as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in Exam Development Workshops for the purposes of writing, reviewing and revising items for a new version of the Alarm Company Qualified Manager Exam.

Workshops are 2-days long and SMEs receive $200.00 per day for their participation. The State will cover airfare to and from the workshops, meals, and mileage will be reimbursed at the rate of .535 cents per mile in accordance with State travel guidelines.

Below are the dates for the upcoming workshops:
February 12 - 13, 2018
March 21 – 22, 2018

Location:
Sacramento, CA

If you are a BSIS Alarm Company Operator Qualified Manager Certificate Holder in current and clear status and currently active in a BSIS Alarm Company Operator licensee’s business, and are interested in participating as a SME, please contact Cha Xiong at Cha.Xiong@dca.ca.gov to request a workshop registration form or for any other questions you may have.

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UPDATE 04/10/2018

NEW RENEWAL APPLICATIONS AND
FEE AMOUNTS DUE-
 IMPORTANT INFORMATION

As a result of new law, licenses, registrations, certificates, or permits regulated by the Alarm Company Act, Collateral Recovery Act, Locksmith Act, Private Security Services Act, and Proprietary Private Security Services Act and expiring after July 1, 2018 will be subject to new renewal or reinstatement fees. Please note the new law did not affect the fees in the Private Investigator Act. Please be advised that the expiration date for your current license, registration, certificate, or permit determines whether your renewal or reinstatement payment owed is the current or new fee amount.

Please be advised that the Bureau has recently updated its renewal/reinstatement applications to include the new renewal or reinstatement fees owed as required by the new law. The updated applications are now available on the Bureau’s website at http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/index.shtml.

If your expiration date is before July 1, 2018, the current renewal or reinstatement fee will apply. If your expiration date is after July 1, 2018, the new renewal or reinstatement fee will apply even if you pay the renewal fee before July 1, 2018. To view the new fees, visit http://bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/newfees.pdf.


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Subject: Notice of Disciplinary Review Hearing

Date: 7/12/2018 7:41:31 AM Pacific Standard Time

From: emailbsis@DCA.CA.GOV

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) will conduct a

Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing in 

Sacramento, CA on July 18, 2018.

The agenda for the hearing is posted on the BSIS website at www.bsis.ca.gov.

 However, you may view a copy of the Private Security Disciplinary Review Hearing

 Agenda at www.bsis.ca.gov/about_us/meeting_calendar.shtml.

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UPDATE
01/10/2019

New BSIS Applications and Forms- Effective January 10, 2019

Please be advised that the Bureau has revised all of its applications 
and forms to reflect the transition to the new administration of
 Governor Gavin Newsom. All BSIS initial, renewal, reinstatement, 
and miscellaneous applications and forms now reflect the change
 in Governor and have a revision date of January 2019. Licensees
 and applicants are hereby instructed to use the January 2019 
applications and forms when submitting said applications 
and forms to the Bureau effective today- January 10th, 2019.

Please note, the revised initial applications for an Alarm Agent,
 Locksmith Employee, and Repossession Agency Employee are
not available online and may only be obtained through a licensed
Alarm Company Operator (ACO), Locksmith Company (LCO),
 or Repossession Agency (RA), respectively. Licensed ACOs,
 LCOs, and RAs may request the January 2019 employee
 applications from the Bureau by emailing the corresponding
company email account.

The revised applications and forms can be downloaded
from the Bureau's website at
https://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/index.shtml.

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UPDATE
11/26/2019

Tips to Avoid Delays and Common
 Deficiencies when Applying for a
License, Permit, or Certificate

General

Use the most recent application to
avoid delays and deficiencies.
The most recent applications are available on our website.
If applicable, apply online to avoid delays.
If applicable, update your address online.
If applicable, make sure that the name on your application and live scan form match.
If applicable, make sure that your social security number and Automated Transaction Identifier (ATI) number are on the live scan form.
Security Guards

Incomplete application occurs when there is a missing name, residence address missing if the address of record is a PO Box, date and signature of application, all powers to arrest information not provided, and conviction questions not answered.
Name on application should match the live scan form, or significant delays could occur.
It’s helpful for the live scan form to include the social security number and ATI number.
If an Active Duty Peace Office (ADPO) and applying for a Security Guard license, only need to include the following as proof: a photocopy of the front and back of the peace officer’s identification card to demonstrate peace officer status and a letter from the officer’s current Commanding Officer attesting to the officer’s completion of power to arrest training, a copy of the officer’s Basic or Specialized Basic POST course completion certificate, or the federal equivalent thereof, or a copy of the officer’s POST profile detailing completion of Basic or Specialized Basic training which includes power to arrest training, or the federal equivalent thereof.
If a Veteran and applying for a Security Guard license, only need to include the following as proof: Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214) or proof of Military Service.
Firearm Permits - Initial Applications

Incomplete application occurs when there is a missing name, residence address missing if the address of record is a PO Box, date, and signature of application.
Range Qualification Form incomplete, such as  missing exam score and citizenship verification
If an Active Duty Peace Office (ADPO) and applying for a Firearm Permit: a photocopy of the front and back of the peace officer’s identification card to demonstrate peace officer status and a letter from the officer’s current Commanding Officer attesting to the officer’s completion of firearms training, a copy of the officer’s Basic or Specialized Basic POST course completion certificate, or the federal equivalent thereof, or a copy of the officer’s POST profile detailing completion of Basic or Specialized Basic training, or the federal equivalent thereof, in the use of firearms.
If an Active Duty Peace Office (ADPO) and applying for a Firearm Permit: Please provide verification of Caliber.
Firearm Permits - Renewal Applications

Range Requalification page incomplete, such as missing exam score and citizenship verification.
Submit renewal applications to the Bureau at least 60 days, but not more than 90 days before expiration.
Private Patrol Operator (PPO) Applications

Missing the required documents to provide on online applications.
Incomplete declarant form, such as missing the hours accumulated, the percentages, or not checking the payroll box.
Missing Social Security Number on Personal Identification Form.
Missing the physical business address on 31B-4 of the application. Sometimes the physical address is missing completely.
Private Patrol Operator (PPO) Insurance

Incorrect Name listed (Name on the Certificate of Insurance (COI) listed with a different name).
Missing PPO insurance number.
Have a retention or Self Insured Retention (SIR) for the general liability insurance policy.
Private Investigator (PI)

Missing the required documents to provide on online applications.
Missing the required Passport photograph.
Missing Social Security Number on Personal Identification Form.
Private Investigator (PI) Insurance

Incomplete declarant form, such as missing the hours accumulated, the percentages, or not checking the payroll box.
Missing the physical business address on 31B-4 of the application. Sometimes the physical address is missing completely.
Alarm Company Operator (ACO)

Missing the required documents to provide on online applications.
Incomplete declarant form, such as missing the hours accumulated, the percentages, or not checking the payroll box.
Out of State Applications need to include the Branch application.
Proprietary Private Security Employer (PSE)

Submitting an online application, but not uploading the hard copy.
An owner is listed as a Responsible Person, but did not submit a Personal Identification Form (PID).
Not submitting a Fictitious Business Name when applicable.
Training Facility Firearms (TFF)/Training Facility Baton (TFB)

Missing instructor information or instructor not eligible.
Personal Identification Form and Live Scan for all officers not complete.
Missing the required documents to provide on online applications.
Training Instructor Firearms (TIF)/ Training Instructor Baton (TIB)

Missing the required documents to attach with the online applications.
Missing qualifying documents.
Repossession Agency

Missing or incomplete corporate documents.
Missing the Personal Identification Document form.
Out of state and Limited Liability Company (LLC) ineligible submission.

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