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Armed and unarmed security guards must register with the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).
Active-duty police officers and volunteers do not need to register. Applicants must meet education requirements, pass a background check, and provide fingerprints. Applicants must be over 18 years old, and be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. People convicted of criminal offenses cannot register.
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NYS Department of State
Address
123 William Street, 19th Floor
New York NY 10038-3804
123 William Street, 19th Floor
New York NY 10038-3804
Website
http://www.dos.ny.gov/
Email
licensing@dos.ny.gov
Phone
(518) 473-2492