The proposed bill would update current statutes related to the licensure of private investigators and security guards by extending the validity of agency licenses from two years to four years. It would also remove the 90-day limit on renewing licenses and certificates after expiration, providing greater flexibility in the renewal process. Additionally, the bill would clarify that the licenses and registration certificates pertain specifically to agencies, rather than individuals, and would introduce new provisions regarding the handling of incomplete applications, allowing applicants 45 calendar days to provide additional documentation. Moreover, the bill would expand the Department of Public Safety's authority to conduct periodic criminal history checks beyond state checks to ensure ongoing qualification of licensees. It would also include technical and conforming changes to align with these updates, specify that agency licenses are non-transferable, and outline conditions for employee registration certificates. Overall, these changes aim to enhance clarity, efficiency, and oversight in the licensing and registration processes for private investigators and security guards in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-2407, 32-2423, 32-2425, 32-2442, 32-2607, 32-2613, 32-2614, 32-2623, 32-2624, 32-4301, 41-1750, 92-544, 41-1074, 41-1075, 32-2461, 32-2459, 32-2632, 32-2633
Senate Engrossed Version: 32-2407, 32-2423, 32-2425, 32-2442, 32-2607, 32-2613, 32-2614, 32-2623, 32-2624, 32-4301, 41-1750, 92-544, 41-1074, 41-1075, 32-2461, 32-2459, 32-2632, 32-2633
Chaptered Version: 32-2407, 32-2423, 32-2425, 32-2442, 32-2607, 32-2613, 32-2614, 32-2623, 32-2624, 32-4301, 41-1750, 92-544, 41-1074, 41-1075, 32-2461, 32-2459, 32-2632, 32-2633