License: Private Patrol Operator
2550 Cerrillos Road, Second Floor
P.O. Box 25101
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-4622
An individual who is licensed by the department to: conduct uniformed or nonuniformed services as a watchman, security guard or patrolman to protect property and persons on or in the property; prevent the theft, unlawful taking, loss, embezzlement, misappropriation or concealment of goods, wares, merchandise, money, bonds, stocks, notes, documents, papers or property of any kind; or perform the services required of a security guard or security dog handler or provide security services for an armored car company.
- Stand-alone license
- State exam required
- Specific course required
- Continuing education required
- Experience required
- Felony convictions prohibited
License information updated 07/08/2021