Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 29. Maryland State Police |
Subtitle 04. Licensing and Permits |
Chapter 29.04.01. Security Guard Agency Licenses and Security Guard Certifications |
Sec. 29.04.01.08. Badges
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Use of badges by security guard agencies is subject to the following conditions:
A. Authorization shall be requested in writing on the agency letterhead specifying the total number of badges required;
B. Written approval shall be received from the State Police Licensing Division before issuing any badges;
C. The badges used:
(1) Shall be numbered consecutively, within the agency, with no duplication, from number 1,
(2) May be gold finished for principals and corporate officers,
(3) Shall be silver for all other employees, and
(4) Shall contain the full agency name and the words "Investigator" or "Security Guard";
D. The badge will be issued only after the employee has received a State Police security guard certification card;
E. The agency is responsible for the proper use of any badges issued; and
F. The agency will report immediately to the Licensing Division loss or failure of a terminated employee to return a badge.