Revised Code of Washington
2024 Archive

Chapter 18.170 RCW
SECURITY GUARDS
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18.170.010Definitions.
18.170.020Exemptions.
18.170.030Security guard licenseRequirements.
18.170.040Armed private security guard licenseRequirements.
18.170.050Armed private security guard license authorityRegistration of firearms.
18.170.060Private security company licenseRequirements, restrictionsQualifying agentAssignment or transfer of license.
18.170.070License cards and certificatesIssuance and requirements.
18.170.080Licensed private security companiesCertificate of insurance required.
18.170.090Temporary registration cardsRequirementsExpirationSuspension.
18.170.105Training requirements.
18.170.110Required notice of certain occurrences.
18.170.120Out-of-state licenseesApplicationFeeTemporary assignment.
18.170.130Investigation of applicants.
18.170.140Regulatory provisions exclusiveAuthority of the state and political subdivisions.
18.170.150Out-of-state private security guards operating across state lines.
18.170.160Licenses requiredUse of public law enforcement insignia prohibitedPenaltiesEnforcement.
18.170.164License suspensionNoncompliance with support orderReissuance.
18.170.165Transfer of license.
18.170.170Unprofessional conduct.
18.170.175Display of firearms while soliciting clients.
18.170.180Authority of director.
18.170.210Application of administrative procedure act to hearings.
18.170.220Inability to practice by reason of a mental or physical conditionStatement of chargesHearingSanctionsExaminationsPresumed consent.
18.170.230Unprofessional conduct or inability to practicePenalties.
18.170.280Application of administrative procedure act to acts of the director.
18.170.290Uniform regulation of business and professions act.
18.170.300Reciprocity agreements.
18.170.310Military training or experience.
18.170.902Effective date1995 c 277.