Sec. 1702.168. FIREARM REQUIREMENTS. (a) In addition to the requirements of Section 1702.163(a), the commission by rule shall establish other qualifications for individuals who are employed in positions requiring the carrying of firearms. The qualifications may include:
(1) physical and mental standards; and
(2) other requirements that relate to the competency and reliability of individuals to carry firearms.
(b) The commission shall prescribe appropriate forms and adopt rules by which evidence is presented that the requirements are fulfilled.
Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999. Amended by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 14.618, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1146 (H.B. 2730), Sec. 4.53, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 595 (S.B. 616), Sec. 5.060, eff. September 1, 2019.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 10 - Occupations Related to Law Enforcement and Security
Chapter 1702 - Private Security
Subchapter G. Security Officer Commission Requirements
Section 1702.161. Security Officer Commission Required
Section 1702.162. Employer's Application for Security Officer Commission
Section 1702.163. Qualifications for Security Officer Commission
Section 1702.165. Issuance of Security Officer Commission; Pocket Card
Section 1702.167. Termination of Employment as Commissioned Security Officer; Transfer of Commission
Section 1702.1675. Training Programs
Section 1702.168. Firearm Requirements
Section 1702.1685. Handgun Proficiency Examination
Section 1702.169. Firearm Restrictions