License: Private Patrol Operation Company/Trade PPO

2550 Cerrillos Road, Second Floor
P.O. Box 25101
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-4622

A Private Patrol Operation Company is licensed by the department 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