This bill amends various sections of Arkansas law concerning the qualifications and regulations for polygraph examiners, voice stress analysis examiners, private investigators, and private security agencies. Key changes include the removal of "crime involving moral turpitude" from the list of disqualifying offenses for applicants seeking licensure as polygraph and voice stress analysis examiners, as well as for private investigators and security personnel. Instead, the focus is placed on felonies, Class A misdemeanors, and crimes involving violence. Additionally, the bill introduces a requirement for refresher training for commissioned security officers and school security officers each year.

Furthermore, the bill repeals a section that mandated notification to local law enforcement regarding applications for security officer commissions, streamlining the process. It also updates the identification card requirements for commissioned security officers to include electronic identification options. Overall, the amendments aim to clarify and modernize the licensing and regulatory framework for these professions in Arkansas, ensuring that the criteria for licensure are relevant and focused on public safety.

Statutes affected:
HB 1692: 17-39-202(2), 17-39-206(b), 17-39-211(10), 17-39-304(5), 17-39-306(11), 17-40-103(a), 17-40-208(e), 17-40-307(a), 17-40-339, 17-40-340, 17-40-344, 17-40-350(c), 19-6-301(40)