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Security Guard Registration

The state registration, often called a security guard license, that lets you work as a guard anywhere in New York State.

Official requirementIssued by New York State Department of State

Required by law or regulation to work in this role in New York.

Who needs it
Everyone working as a security guard in New York State.
Renewal
Runs in two year cycles, with annual in-service training in between.

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