Sec. 1702.1685. HANDGUN PROFICIENCY EXAMINATION. (a) The proficiency examination required to obtain or renew a security officer commission must include:
(1) a written section on the subjects listed in Section 1702.1675(g); and
(2) a physical demonstration of handgun proficiency that meets the minimum standards established under Section 1702.1675(h) or (i).
(b) Only a department-approved instructor may administer the handgun proficiency examination.
(c) An applicant for a security officer commission must demonstrate the required proficiency within the 90-day period before the date the security officer commission is issued.
(d) The school shall maintain the records of the required proficiency and make the records available for inspection by the department.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1420, Sec. 14.619, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 1146 (H.B. 2730), Sec. 4.54, eff. September 1, 2009.
Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 595 (S.B. 616), Sec. 5.061, 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