Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.
This chapter may be cited as the Private Security Services Act.
Article 1 - General
California Business and Professions Code — §§ 7580-7580.15
Sections (8)
Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.
As used in this chapter, “director” means the Director of Consumer Affairs, unless the context indicates otherwise.
Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.
As used in this chapter, “employer-employee” relationship means a relationship in which an individual works for another, the individual’s name appears on the payroll records of the employer, and the employee is under the direction and control of the employer.
Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.
As used in this chapter, “firearm permit” includes “firearms permit,” “firearms qualification card,” “firearms qualification,” and “firearms qualification permit.”
Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.
Every power and duty granted to or imposed upon the director may be exercised by any other officer or employee of the Department of Consumer Affairs authorized by the director, but the director shall have the supervision of and the responsibility for all powers and duties exercised by these officers and employees.
Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.
The director may, in accordance with the State Civil Service Act and subject to the provisions of Section 159.5, appoint and fix the compensation of inspectors, investigators, and other personnel as may be necessary for the enforcement of this chapter.
Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1285, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1995.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as entitling any person to practice law in this state unless he or she is an active member of the State Bar of California.
Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 484, Sec. 30. (SB 1454) Effective January 1, 2025.
(a)As used in this chapter, the following definitions apply:
(1)“Federally recognized tribe” means a tribe located in this state and included on the list published in the Federal Register pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994 (25 U.S.C. Sec. 5131) and includes an entity controlled by and established for the benefit of one or more tribes.
(2)“Participating tribe” means a federally recognized tribe that formally applies for licensure from the bureau pursuant to subdivision (b).
(b)The bureau shall license a federally recognized tribe that applies for licensure and is otherwise compliant
with the provisions of this chapter for the purpose of engaging in a business regulated by this chapter.
(c)This chapter is not intended to infringe upon or diminish the existing rights, privileges, and immunities of federally recognized tribes as set forth in federal, state, or tribal law, or the jurisdiction of those participating tribes.
(d)This chapter does not confer upon the bureau or director any rights or authority to regulate any activity within the jurisdiction of a participating tribe.