225 ILCS 447/ Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Act of 2004.

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 5 heading) ARTICLE 5. GENERAL PROVISIONS. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/5-3)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 5-3. References to Department or Director of Professional Regulation. References in this Act (i) to the Department of Professional Regulation are deemed, in appropriate contexts, to be references to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and (ii) to the Director of Professional Regulation are deemed, in appropriate contexts, to be references to the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation.

(Source: P.A. 95-613, eff. 9-11-07.)

(225 ILCS 447/5-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 5-5. Short title; Act supersedes the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Locksmith Act of 1993. This Act may be cited as the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Act of 2004 and it supersedes the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Locksmith Act of 1993 repealed by this Act.

(Source: P.A. 95-613, eff. 9-11-07.)

(225 ILCS 447/5-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 5-10. Definitions. As used in this Act:

"Address of record" means the designated address recorded by the Department in the applicant's application file or the licensee's license file, as maintained by the Department's licensure maintenance unit.

"Advertisement" means any public media, including printed or electronic material, that is published or displayed in a phone book, newspaper, magazine, pamphlet, newsletter, website, or other similar type of publication or electronic format that is intended to either attract business or merely provide contact information to the public for an agency or licensee. Advertisement shall not include a licensee's or an agency's letterhead, business cards, or other stationery used in routine business correspondence or customary name, address, and number type listings in a telephone directory.

"Alarm system" means any system, including an electronic access control system, a surveillance video system, a security video system, a burglar alarm system, a fire alarm system, or any other electronic system that activates an audible, visible, remote, or recorded signal that is designed for the protection or detection of intrusion, entry, theft, fire, vandalism, escape, or trespass, or other electronic systems designed for the protection of life by indicating the existence of an emergency situation. "Alarm system" also includes an emergency communication system and a mass notification system.

"Applicant" means a person or business applying for licensure, registration, or authorization under this Act. Any applicant or person who holds oneself out as an applicant is considered a licensee or registrant for the purposes of enforcement, investigation, hearings, and the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act.

"Armed employee" means a licensee or registered person who is employed by an agency licensed or an armed proprietary security force registered under this Act who carries a weapon while engaged in the performance of official duties within the course and scope of the employee's employment during the hours and times the employee is scheduled to work or is commuting between the employee's home or place of employment.

"Armed proprietary security force" means a security force made up of one or more armed individuals employed by a commercial or industrial operation or by a financial institution as security officers for the protection of persons or property.

"Board" means the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Board.

"Branch office" means a business location removed from the place of business for which an agency license has been issued, including, but not limited to, locations where active employee records that are required to be maintained under this Act are kept, where prospective new employees are processed, or where members of the public are invited in to transact business. A branch office does not include an office or other facility located on the property of an existing client that is utilized solely for the benefit of that client and is not owned or leased by the agency.

"Canine handler" means a person who uses or handles a trained dog to protect persons or property or to conduct investigations.

"Canine handler authorization card" means a card issued by the Department that authorizes the holder to use or handle a trained dog to protect persons or property or to conduct investigations during the performance of the holder's duties as specified in this Act.

"Canine trainer" means a person who acts as a dog trainer for the purpose of training dogs to protect persons or property or to conduct investigations.

"Canine trainer authorization card" means a card issued by the Department that authorizes the holder to train a dog to protect persons or property or to conduct investigations during the performance of the holder's duties as specified in this Act.

"Canine training facility" means a facility operated by a licensed private detective agency or private security contractor agency wherein dogs are trained for the purposes of protecting persons or property or to conduct investigations.

"Corporation" means an artificial person or legal entity created by or under the authority of the laws of a state, including without limitation a corporation, limited liability company, or any other legal entity.

"Department" means the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

"Email address of record" means the designated email address recorded by the Department in the applicant's application file or the licensee's license file, as maintained by the Department's licensure maintenance unit.

"Emergency communication system" means any system that communicates information about emergencies, including but not limited to fire, terrorist activities, shootings, other dangerous situations, accidents, and natural disasters.

"Employee" means a person who works for a person or agency that has the right to control the details of the work performed and is not dependent upon whether or not federal or state payroll taxes are withheld.

"Fingerprint vendor" means a person that offers, advertises, or provides services to fingerprint individuals, through electronic or other means, for the purpose of providing fingerprint images and associated demographic data to the Illinois State Police for processing fingerprint based criminal history record information inquiries.

"Fingerprint vendor agency" means a person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity that engages in the fingerprint vendor business and employs, in addition to the fingerprint vendor licensee-in-charge, at least one other person in conducting that business.

"Fingerprint vendor licensee-in-charge" means a person who has been designated by a fingerprint vendor agency to be the licensee-in-charge of an agency who is a full-time management employee or owner who assumes sole responsibility for maintaining all records required by this Act and who assumes sole responsibility for assuring the licensed agency's compliance with its responsibilities as stated in this Act. The Department shall adopt rules mandating licensee-in-charge participation in agency affairs.

"Fire alarm system" means any system that is activated by an automatic or manual device in the detection of smoke, heat, or fire that activates an audible, visible, or remote signal requiring a response.

"Firearm control card" means a card issued by the Department that authorizes the holder, who has complied with the training and other requirements of this Act, to carry a weapon during the performance of the holder's duties as specified in this Act.

"Firm" means an unincorporated business entity, including but not limited to proprietorships and partnerships.

"Licensee" means a person or business licensed under this Act. Anyone who holds oneself out as a licensee or who is accused of unlicensed practice is considered a licensee for purposes of enforcement, investigation, hearings, and the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act.

"Locksmith" means a person who engages in a business or holds oneself out to the public as providing a service that includes, but is not limited to, the servicing, installing, originating first keys, re-coding, repairing, maintaining, manipulating, or bypassing of a mechanical or electronic locking device, access control or video surveillance system at premises, vehicles, safes, vaults, safe deposit boxes, or automatic teller machines.

"Locksmith agency" means a person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity that engages in the locksmith business and employs, in addition to the locksmith licensee-in-charge, at least one other person in conducting such business.

"Locksmith licensee-in-charge" means a person who has been designated by agency to be the licensee-in-charge of an agency, who is a full-time management employee or owner who assumes sole responsibility for maintaining all records required by this Act, and who assumes sole responsibility for assuring the licensed agency's compliance with its responsibilities as stated in this Act. The Department shall adopt rules mandating licensee-in-charge participation in agency affairs.

"Mass notification system" means any system that is used to provide information and instructions to people in a building or other space using voice communications, including visible signals, text, graphics, tactile, or other communication methods.

"Peace officer" or "police officer" means a person who, by virtue of office or public employment, is vested by law with a duty to maintain public order or to make arrests for offenses, whether that duty extends to all offenses or is limited to specific offenses. Officers, agents, or employees of the federal government commissioned by federal statute to make arrests for violations of federal laws are considered peace officers.

"Permanent employee registration card" means a card issued by the Department to an individual who has applied to the Department and meets the requirements for employment by a licensed agency under this Act.

"Person" means a natural person.

"Private alarm contractor" means a person who engages in a business that individually or through others undertakes, offers to undertake, purports to have the capacity to undertake, or submits a bid to sell, install, design, monitor, maintain, test, inspect, alter, repair, replace, or service alarm and other security-related systems or parts thereof, including fire alarm systems, at protected premises or premises to be protected or responds to alarm systems at a protected premises on an emergency basis and not as a full-time security officer. "Private alarm contractor" does not include a person, firm, or corporation that manufactures or sells alarm systems only from its place of business and does not sell, install, monitor, maintain, alter, repair, replace, service, or respond to alarm systems at protected premises or premises to be protected.

"Private alarm contractor agency" means a person, corporation, or other entity that engages in the private alarm contracting business and employs, in addition to the private alarm contractor-in-charge, at least one other person in conducting such business.

"Private alarm contractor licensee-in-charge" means a person who has been designated by an agency to be the licensee-in-charge of an agency, who is a full-time management employee or owner who assumes sole responsibility for maintaining all records required by this Act, and who assumes sole responsibility for assuring the licensed agency's compliance with its responsibilities as stated in this Act. The Department shall adopt rules mandating licensee-in-charge participation in agency affairs.

"Private detective" means any person who by any means, including, but not limited to, manual, canine odor detection, or electronic methods, engages in the business of, accepts employment to furnish, or agrees to make or makes investigations for a fee or other consideration to obtain information relating to:

(1) Crimes or wrongs done or threatened against the United States, any state or territory of the United States, or any local government of a state or territory.

(2) The identity, habits, conduct, business occupation, honesty, integrity, credibility, knowledge, trustworthiness, efficiency, loyalty, activity, movements, whereabouts, affiliations, associations, transactions, acts, reputation, or character of any person, firm, or other entity by any means, manual or electronic.

(3) The location, disposition, or recovery of lost or stolen property.

(4) The cause, origin, or responsibility for fires, accidents, or injuries to individuals or real or personal property.

(5) The truth or falsity of any statement or representation.

(6) Securing evidence to be used before any court, board, or investigating body.

(7) The protection of individuals from bodily harm or death (bodyguard functions).

(8) Service of process in criminal and civil proceedings.

"Private detective agency" means a person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity that engages in the private detective business and employs, in addition to the licensee-in-charge, one or more persons in conducting such business.

"Private detective licensee-in-charge" means a person who has been designated by an agency to be the licensee-in-charge of an agency, who is a full-time management employee or owner who assumes sole responsibility for maintaining all records required by this Act, and who assumes sole responsibility for assuring the licensed agency's compliance with its responsibilities as stated in this Act. The Department shall adopt rules mandating licensee-in-charge participation in agency affairs.

"Private security contractor" means a person who engages in the business of providing a private security officer, watchman, patrol, guard dog, canine odor detection, or a similar service by any other title or name on a contractual basis for another person, firm, corporation, or other entity for a fee or other consideration and performing one or more of the following functions:

(1) The prevention or detection of intrusion, entry, theft, vandalism, abuse, fire, or trespass on private or governmental property.

(2) The prevention, observation, or detection of any unauthorized activity on private or governmental property.

(3) The protection of persons authorized to be on the premises of the person, firm, or other entity for which the security contractor contractually provides security services.

(4) The prevention of the misappropriation or concealment of goods, money, bonds, stocks, notes, documents, or papers.

(5) The control, regulation, or direction of the movement of the public for the time specifically required for the protection of property owned or controlled by the client.

(6) The protection of individuals from bodily harm or death (bodyguard functions).

"Private security contractor agency" means a person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity that engages in the private security contractor business and that employs, in addition to the licensee-in-charge, one or more persons in conducting such business.

"Private security contractor licensee-in-charge" means a person who has been designated by an agency to be the licensee-in-charge of an agency, who is a full-time management employee or owner who assumes sole responsibility for maintaining all records required by this Act, and who assumes sole responsibility for assuring the licensed agency's compliance with its responsibilities as stated in this Act. The Department shall adopt rules mandating licensee-in-charge participation in agency affairs.

"Public member" means a person who is not a licensee or related to a licensee, or who is not an employer or employee of a licensee. The term "related to" shall be determined by the rules of the Department.

"Secretary" means the Secretary of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

(Source: P.A. 102-152, eff. 1-1-22; 102-538, eff. 8-20-21; 102-813, eff. 5-13-22; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/5-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 5-15. Legislative intent. The intent of the General Assembly in enacting this statute is to regulate persons, corporations, and firms licensed under this Act for the protection of the public. These practices are declared to affect the public health, safety, and welfare and are subject to exclusive State regulation and licensure. This Act shall be construed to carry out these purposes.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 10 heading) ARTICLE 10. GENERAL LICENSING PROVISIONS. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/10-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 10-5. Requirement of license.

(a) It is unlawful for a person to act as or provide the functions of a private detective, private security contractor, private alarm contractor, fingerprint vendor, or locksmith or to advertise or to assume to act as any one of these, or to use these or any other title implying that the person is engaged in any of these activities unless licensed as such by the Department. An individual or sole proprietor who does not employ any employees other than himself or herself may operate under a "doing business as" or assumed name certification without having to obtain an agency license, so long as the assumed name is first registered with the Department.

(b) It is unlawful for a person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity to act as an agency licensed under this Act, to advertise, or to assume to act as a licensed agency or to use a title implying that the person, firm, or other entity is engaged in the practice as a private detective agency, private security contractor agency, private alarm contractor agency, fingerprint vendor agency, or locksmith agency unless licensed by the Department.

(c) No agency shall operate a branch office without first applying for and receiving a branch office license for each location.

(d) It is unlawful for a person to operate live scan fingerprint equipment or other equipment designed to obtain fingerprint images for the purpose of providing fingerprint images and associated demographic data to the Illinois State Police, unless the person has successfully completed a fingerprint training course conducted or authorized by the Illinois State Police and is licensed as a fingerprint vendor.

(e) No person shall operate a canine training facility unless licensed as a private detective agency or private security contractor agency under this Act, and no person shall act as a canine trainer unless the person is licensed as a private detective or private security contractor or is a registered employee of a private detective agency or private security contractor agency approved by the Department.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/10-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 10-10. General exemptions. This Act does not apply to any of the following:

(1) A person, firm, or corporation engaging in fire protection engineering, including the design, testing, and inspection of fire protection systems.

(2) The practice of professional engineering as defined in the Professional Engineering Practice Act of 1989.

(3) The practice of structural engineering as defined in the Structural Engineering Practice Act of 1989.

(4) The practice of architecture as defined in the Illinois Architecture Practice Act of 1989.

(5) The activities of persons or firms licensed under the Illinois Public Accounting Act if performed in the course of their professional practice.

(6) An attorney licensed to practice in Illinois while engaging in the practice of law.

(7) A person engaged exclusively and employed by a person, firm, association, or corporation in the business of transporting persons or property in interstate commerce and making an investigation related to the business of that employer.

(8) A person who provides canine odor detection services to a unit of federal, State, or local government on an emergency call-out or volunteer and not-for-hire basis.

(Source: P.A. 95-613, eff. 9-11-07.)

(225 ILCS 447/10-20)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 10-20. Application for license; forms.

(a) Each license application shall be on forms provided by the Department.

(b) Application for a license by endorsement shall be made in accordance with the provisions of Section 10-40.

(c) Every application for an original license shall include the applicant's Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number, which shall be retained in the agency's records pertaining to the license. As soon as practical, the Department shall assign a customer's identification number to each applicant for a license.

Every application for a renewal or restored license shall require the applicant's customer identification number.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/10-25)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 10-25. Issuance of license; renewal; fees.

(a) The Department shall, upon the applicant's satisfactory completion of the requirements set forth in this Act and upon receipt of the fee, issue the license indicating the name and business location of the licensee and the date of expiration.

(b) An applicant may, upon satisfactory completion of the requirements set forth in this Act and upon receipt of fees related to the application and testing for licensure, elect to defer the issuance of the applicant's initial license for a period not longer than 3 years. An applicant who fails to request issuance of his or her initial license or agency license and to remit the fees required for that license within 3 years shall be required to resubmit an application together with all required fees.

(c) The expiration date, renewal period, and conditions for renewal and restoration of each license, permanent employee registration card, canine handler authorization card, canine trainer authorization card, and firearm control card shall be set by rule. The holder may renew the license, permanent employee registration card, canine handler authorization card, canine trainer authorization card, or firearm control card during the 30 days preceding its expiration by paying the required fee and by meeting conditions that the Department may specify. Any license holder who notifies the Department on forms prescribed by the Department may place his or her license on inactive status for a period of not longer than 3 years and shall, subject to the rules of the Department, be excused from payment of renewal fees until the license holder notifies the Department, in writing, of an intention to resume active status. Practice while on inactive status constitutes unlicensed practice. A non-renewed license that has lapsed for less than 3 years may be restored upon payment of the restoration fee and all lapsed renewal fees. A license that has lapsed for more than 3 years may be restored by paying the required restoration fee and all lapsed renewal fees and by providing evidence of competence to resume practice satisfactory to the Department and the Board, which may include passing a written examination. All restoration fees and lapsed renewal fees shall be waived for an applicant whose license lapsed while on active duty in the armed forces of the United States if application for restoration is made within 12 months after discharge from the service.

Any person seeking renewal or restoration under this subsection (c) shall be subject to the continuing education requirements established pursuant to Section 10-27 of this Act.

(d) Any permanent employee registration card expired for less than one year may be restored upon payment of lapsed renewal fees. Any permanent employee registration card expired for one year or more may be restored by making application to the Department and filing proof acceptable to the Department of the licensee's fitness to have the permanent employee registration card restored, including verification of fingerprint processing through the Illinois State Police and Federal Bureau of Investigation and paying the restoration fee.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21.)

(225 ILCS 447/10-27)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 10-27. Continuing education. The Department may adopt rules of continuing education for persons licensed under this Act. The Department shall consider the recommendations of the Board in establishing guidelines for the continuing education requirements.

(Source: P.A. 95-613, eff. 9-11-07.)

(225 ILCS 447/10-30)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 10-30. Unlawful acts. It is unlawful for a licensee or an employee of a licensed agency:

(1) Upon termination of employment by the agency, to fail to return upon demand or within 72 hours of termination of employment any firearm issued by the employer together with the employee's firearm control card.

(2) (Blank).

(3) To falsify the employee's statement required by this Act.

(4) To have a badge, shoulder patch, or any other identification that contains the words "law enforcement". In addition, no license holder or employee of a licensed agency shall in any manner imply that the person is an employee or agent of a governmental agency or display a badge or identification card, emblem, or uniform citing the words "police", "sheriff", "highway patrol trooper", or "law enforcement".

A person who violates any provision of this Section shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor; a person who commits a second or subsequent violation of these provisions is guilty of a Class 4 felony.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/10-35)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 10-35. Examination of applicants; forfeiture of fee.

(a) Applicants for licensure shall be examined as provided by this Section if they are qualified to be examined under this Act. All applicants taking the examination shall be evaluated using the same standards as others who are examined for the respective license.

(b) Examinations for licensure shall be held at such time and place as the Department may determine, but shall be held at least twice a year.

(c) Examinations shall test the amount of knowledge and skill needed to perform the duties set forth in this Act and be in the interest of the protection of the public. The Department may contract with a testing service for the preparation and conduct of the examination.

(d) If an applicant neglects, fails, or refuses to take an examination within one year after filing an application, the fee shall be forfeited. However, an applicant may, after the one-year period, make a new application for examination, accompanied by the required fee. If an applicant fails to pass the examination within 3 years after filing an application, the application shall be denied. An applicant may make a new application after the 3-year period.

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03.)

(225 ILCS 447/10-37)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 10-37. Address of record; email address of record. All applicants and licensees shall:

(1) provide a valid address and email address to the Department, which serves as the address of record and email address of record, respectively, at the time of application for licensure or renewal of a license; and

(2) inform the Department of any change of address within 14 days after such change either through the Department's website or by contacting the Department's licensure maintenance unit.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/10-40)

Sec. 10-40. (Repealed).

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03. Repealed by P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/10-45)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 10-45. Emergency care without a fee. A license holder, agency, or registered employee of a private security contractor, as defined in Section 5-10 of this Act, who in good faith provides emergency care without fee to any person or takes actions in good faith that directly relate to the employee's job responsibilities to protect people and property, as defined by the areas in which registered security officers receive training under Sections 20-20 and 25-20 shall not, as a result of those acts or omissions, except willful and wanton misconduct, in providing the care, be liable to a person to whom such care is provided for civil damages.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 15 heading) ARTICLE 15. PRIVATE DETECTIVES. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/15-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 15-5. Exemptions; private detective. The provisions of this Act relating to the licensure of private detectives do not apply to any of the following:

(1) An employee of the United States, Illinois, or a political subdivision of either while the employee is engaged in the performance of the employee's official duties within the scope of the employee's employment. However, any such person who offers services as a private detective or uses a similar title when these services are performed for compensation or other consideration, whether received directly or indirectly, is subject to this Act.

(2) A person, firm, or other entity engaged exclusively in tracing and compiling lineage or ancestry who does not hold oneself out to be a private detective.

(3) A person engaged exclusively in obtaining and furnishing information, including providing reports, as to the financial rating or creditworthiness of persons in connection with (i) consumer credit transactions, (ii) information for employment purposes, or (iii) information for the underwriting of consumer insurance.

(4) Insurance adjusters employed or under contract as adjusters who engage in no other investigative activities other than those directly connected with adjustment of claims against an insurance company or a self-insured entity by which they are employed or with which they have a contract. No insurance adjuster or company may use the term "investigation" or any derivative thereof, in its name or in its advertising.

(5) A person, firm, or other entity engaged in providing computer forensics services so long as the person, firm, or other entity does not hold oneself out to be a private detective. For the purposes of this item (5), "computer forensics services" means a branch of forensic science pertaining to the recovery and analysis of electronically stored information.

(6) A person employed as an investigator exclusively by only one employer in connection with the exclusive activities of that employer and who does not hold oneself out to be a private detective.

(7) A person appointed by the circuit court pursuant to the Code of Civil Procedure to make service of process in a specific case, provided that such person is not otherwise engaged in the business of serving process.

(8) A person appointed by the circuit court pursuant to the Code of Civil Procedure who is an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces of the United States and is self-employed as a process server.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/15-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed January 1, 2029)

Sec. 15-10. Qualifications for licensure as a private detective.

(a) A person is qualified for licensure as a private detective if the person meets all of the following requirements:

(1) Is at least 21 years of age.

(2) Has not been convicted of any felony in any jurisdiction or at least 10 years have elapsed since the time of full discharge from a sentence imposed for a felony conviction.

(3) Is of good moral character. Good character is a continuing requirement of licensure. Conviction of crimes other than felonies may be used in determining moral character, but shall not constitute an absolute bar to licensure, except where the applicant is a registered sex offender.

(4) Has not been declared by any court of competent jurisdiction to be incompetent by reason of mental or physical defect or disease, unless a court has subsequently declared him or her to be competent.

(5) Is not suffering from dependence on alcohol or from narcotic addiction or dependence.

(6) Has a minimum of 3 years experience of the 5 years immediately preceding application working full-time for a licensed private detective agency as a registered private detective agency employee or with 3 years experience of the 5 years immediately preceding application employed as a full-time investigator for a licensed attorney, for an in-house investigative unit for a corporation having 100 or more employees, for any of the armed forces of the United States, or in a law enforcement agency of the federal government, a state, or a state political subdivision, which shall include a state's attorney's office or a public defender's office. The Board and the Department shall approve such full-time investigator experience and may accept, in lieu of the experience requirement in this item (6), alternative experience working full-time for a private detective agency licensed in another state or for a private detective agency in a state that does not license such agencies if the experience is substantially equivalent to that gained working for an Illinois licensed private detective agency. An applicant who has a baccalaureate degree, or higher, in law enforcement or a related field or a business degree from an accredited college or university shall be given credit for 2 of the 3 years of the required experience. An applicant who has an associate degree in law enforcement or in a related field or in business from an accredited college or university shall be given credit for one of the 3 years of the required experience. An applicant who has completed a non-degree military training program in law enforcement or a related field shall be given credit for one of the 3 years of the required experience if the Board and the Department determine that such training is substantially equivalent to that received in an associate degree program.

(7) Has not been dishonorably discharged from the armed forces of the United States or has not been discharged from a law enforcement agency of the United States or of any state or of any political subdivision thereof, which shall include a state's attorney's office, for reasons relating to conduct as an employee of that law enforcement agency.

(8) Has passed an examination authorized by the Department.

(9) Submits the applicant's fingerprints, proof of having general liability insurance required under subsection (b), and the required license fee.

(10) Has not violated Section 10-5 of this Act.

(b) It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain general liability insurance in an amount and coverage appropriate for the applicant's circumstances as determined by rule. The applicant shall provide evidence of insurance to the Department before being issued a license. Failure to maintain general liability insurance and to provide the Department with written proof of the insurance shall result in cancellation of the license without hearing.

(c) (Blank).

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/15-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 15-15. Qualifications for licensure as a private detective agency.

(a) Upon receipt of the required fee and proof that the applicant has a full-time Illinois licensed private detective licensee-in-charge, which is a continuing requirement for agency licensure, the Department shall issue a license as a private detective agency to any of the following:

(1) An individual who submits an application and is a licensed private detective under this Act.

(2) A firm that submits an application and all of the members of the firm are licensed private detectives under this Act.

(3) A corporation or limited liability company doing business in Illinois that is authorized to engage in the business of conducting a private detective agency, provided at least one full-time executive employee is licensed as a private detective under this Act and all unlicensed officers and directors of the corporation or limited liability company are determined by the Department to be persons of good moral character.

(b) No private detective may be the licensee-in-charge for more than one private detective agency. Upon written request by a representative of an agency, within 10 days after the loss of a licensee-in-charge of an agency because of the death of that individual or because of the termination of the employment of that individual, the Department shall issue a temporary certificate of authority allowing the continuing operation of the licensed agency. No temporary certificate of authority shall be valid for more than 90 days. An extension of an additional 90 days may be granted upon written request by the representative of the agency. Not more than 2 extensions may be granted to any agency. No temporary permit shall be issued for a loss of the licensee-in-charge because of disciplinary action by the Department related to the licensee-in-charge's conduct on behalf of the agency.

(c) Upon issuance of the temporary certificate of authority as provided for in subsection (b) of this Section, and at any time thereafter while the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may request in writing additional information from the agency regarding the loss of its licensee-in-charge, the selection of a new licensee-in-charge, and the management of the agency. Failure of the agency to respond or respond to the satisfaction of the Department shall cause the Department to deny any extension of the temporary certificate of authority. While the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may disapprove the selection of a new licensee-in-charge by the agency if the person's license is not operative or the Department has good cause to believe that the person selected will not fully exercise the responsibilities of a licensee-in-charge. If the Department has disapproved the selection of a new licensee-in-charge and the temporary certificate of authority expires or is about to expire without the agency selecting another new licensee-in-charge, the Department shall grant an extension of the temporary certificate of authority for an additional 90 days, except as otherwise prohibited in subsection (b) or this subsection (c).

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/15-25)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 15-25. Training; private detective and employees.

(a) Registered employees of a private detective agency shall complete, within 30 days of their employment, a minimum of 20 hours of basic training provided by a qualified instructor. The substance of the training shall be related to the work performed by the registered employee. The training may be classroom-based or online Internet-based but shall not be conducted as on-the-job training.

(a-5) In addition to the basic training required in subsection (a), registered employees of a private detective agency shall complete an additional minimum of 8 hours of annual training for every calendar year, commencing with the calendar year beginning after the employee's hire date.

(a-10) Annual training for registered employees shall be based on subjects related to the work performed as determined by the employer and may be conducted in a classroom or seminar setting or via Internet-based online learning programs. Annual training may not be conducted as on-the-job training.

(b) It is the responsibility of the employer to certify, on a form provided by the Department, that the employee has successfully completed the basic and annual training. The original form or a copy shall be a permanent record of training completed by the employee and shall be placed in the employee's file with the employer for the period the employee remains with the employer. The original form or a copy shall be given to the employee when the employee's employment is terminated. Failure to return the original form or a copy to the employee is grounds for disciplinary action. The employee shall not be required to repeat the required training once the employee has been issued the form. An employer may provide or require additional training.

(c) (Blank).

(d) All private detectives shall complete a minimum of 8 hours of annual training on a topic of their choosing, provided that the subject matter is reasonably related to their private detective practice. The annual training for private detectives may be completed utilizing any combination of hours obtained in a classroom or seminar setting or via Internet-based online learning programs. The Department shall adopt rules to administer this subsection.

(e) The annual training requirements for private detectives shall not apply until the calendar year following the issuance of the private detective license.

(f) It shall be the responsibility of the private detective to keep and maintain a personal log of all training hours earned along with sufficient documentation for the Department to verify the annual training completed for at least 5 years. The personal training log and documentation shall be provided to the Department in the same manner as other documentation and records required under this Act.

(g) If the private detective owns or is employed by a private detective agency, the private detective agency shall maintain a record of the annual training. The private detective agency must make the record of annual training available to the Department upon request.

(h) Recognizing the diverse professional practices of private detectives licensed under this Act, it is the intent of the training requirements in this Section to allow for a broad interpretation of the coursework, seminar subjects, or class topics to be considered reasonably related to the practice of any profession licensed under this Act.

(i) Notwithstanding any other professional license a private detective holds under this Act, no more than 8 hours of annual training shall be required for any one year.

(Source: P.A. 102-152, eff. 1-1-22; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 20 heading) ARTICLE 20. PRIVATE ALARM CONTRACTORS. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/20-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 20-5. Exemptions; private alarm contractor.

(a) The provisions of this Act related to the licensure of private alarm contractors do not apply to any of the following:

(1) A person who sells alarm system equipment and is not an employee, agent, or independent contractor of an entity that installs, monitors, maintains, alters, repairs, services, or responds to alarm systems at protected premises or premises to be protected if all of the following conditions are met:

(A) The alarm systems are approved either by Underwriters Laboratories or another authoritative entity recognized by the Department and identified by a federally registered trademark.

(B) The owner of the trademark has authorized the person to sell the trademark owner's products and the person provides proof to the Department of this authorization.

(C) The owner of the trademark maintains and provides, upon the Department's request, proof of liability insurance for bodily injury or property damage from defective products of not less than $1,000,000 combined single limit. The insurance policy need not apply exclusively to alarm systems.

(2) A person who sells, installs, maintains, or repairs automobile alarm systems.

(3) A licensed electrical contractor who repairs or services fire alarm systems on an emergency call-in basis or who sells, installs, maintains, alters, repairs, or services only fire alarm systems and not alarm or other security related electronic systems.

(b) Persons who have no access to confidential or security information and who otherwise do not provide security services are exempt from employee registration. Examples of exempt employees include, but are not limited to, employees working in the capacity of delivery drivers, reception personnel, building cleaning, landscape and maintenance personnel, and employees involved in vehicle and equipment repair. Confidential or security information is that which pertains to employee files, scheduling, client contracts, or technical security and alarm data.

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03.)

(225 ILCS 447/20-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 20-10. Qualifications for licensure as a private alarm contractor.

(a) A person is qualified for licensure as a private alarm contractor if the person meets all of the following requirements:

(1) Is at least 21 years of age.

(2) Has not been convicted of any felony in any jurisdiction or at least 10 years have elapsed since the time of full discharge from a sentence imposed for a felony conviction.

(3) Is of good moral character. Good moral character is a continuing requirement of licensure. Conviction of crimes other than felonies may be used in determining moral character, but shall not constitute an absolute bar to licensure, except where the applicant is a registered sex offender.

(4) Has not been declared by any court of competent jurisdiction to be incompetent by reason of mental or physical defect or disease, unless a court has subsequently declared him or her to be competent.

(5) Is not suffering from dependence on alcohol or from narcotic addiction or dependence.

(6) Has a minimum of 3 years experience during the 5 years immediately preceding the application (i) working as a full-time manager for a licensed private alarm contractor agency or (ii) working for a government, one of the armed forces of the United States, or private entity that inspects, reviews, designs, sells, installs, operates, services, or monitors alarm systems that, in the judgment of the Board, satisfies the standards of alarm industry competence. The Board and the Department may accept, in lieu of the experience requirement in this item (6), alternative experience working as a full-time manager for a private alarm contractor agency licensed in another state or for a private alarm contractor agency in a state that does not license such agencies, if the experience is substantially equivalent to that gained working for an Illinois licensed private alarm contractor agency. An applicant who has received a 4-year degree or higher in electrical engineering or a related field from a program approved by the Board or a business degree from an accredited college or university shall be given credit for 2 years of the required experience. An applicant who has successfully completed a national certification program approved by the Board shall be given credit for one year of the required experience.

(7) Has not been dishonorably discharged from the armed forces of the United States.

(8) Has passed an examination authorized by the Department.

(9) Submits the applicant's fingerprints, proof of having general liability insurance required under subsection (c), and the required license fee.

(10) Has not violated Section 10-5 of this Act.

(b) (Blank).

(c) It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain general liability insurance in an amount and coverage appropriate for the applicant's circumstances as determined by rule. The applicant shall provide evidence of insurance to the Department before being issued a license. Failure to maintain general liability insurance and to provide the Department with written proof of the insurance shall result in cancellation of the license without hearing.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/20-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 20-15. Qualifications for licensure as a private alarm contractor agency.

(a) Upon receipt of the required fee and proof that the applicant has a full-time Illinois licensed private alarm contractor licensee-in-charge, which is a continuing requirement for agency licensure, the Department shall issue a license as a private alarm contractor agency to any of the following:

(1) An individual who submits an application and is a licensed private alarm contractor under this Act.

(2) A firm that submits an application and all of the members of the firm are licensed private alarm contractors under this Act.

(3) A corporation or limited liability company doing business in Illinois that is authorized by its articles of incorporation or organization to engage in the business of conducting a private alarm contractor agency if at least one executive employee is licensed as a private alarm contractor under this Act and all unlicensed officers and directors of the corporation or limited liability company are determined by the Department to be persons of good moral character.

(b) No private alarm contractor may be the licensee-in-charge for more than one private alarm contractor agency. Upon written request by a representative of an agency, within 10 days after the loss of a licensee-in-charge of an agency because of the death of that individual or because of the termination of the employment of that individual, the Department shall issue a temporary certificate of authority allowing the continuing operation of the licensed agency. No temporary certificate of authority shall be valid for more than 90 days. An extension of an additional 90 days may be granted upon written request by the representative of the agency. Not more than 2 extensions may be granted to any agency. No temporary permit shall be issued for loss of the licensee-in-charge because of disciplinary action by the Department related to the licensee-in-charge's conduct on behalf of the agency.

(c) No private alarm contractor, private alarm contractor agency, or person may install or connect an alarm system or fire alarm system that connects automatically and directly to a governmentally operated police or fire dispatch system in a manner that violates subsection (a) of Section 15.2 of the Emergency Telephone System Act. In addition to the penalties provided by the Emergency Telephone System Act, a private alarm contractor agency that violates this Section shall pay the Department an additional penalty of $250 per occurrence.

(d) Upon issuance of the temporary certificate of authority as provided for in subsection (b) of this Section and at any time thereafter while the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may request in writing additional information from the agency regarding the loss of its licensee-in-charge, the selection of a new licensee-in-charge, and the management of the agency. Failure of the agency to respond or respond to the satisfaction of the Department shall cause the Department to deny any extension of the temporary certificate of authority. While the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may disapprove the selection of a new licensee-in-charge by the agency if the person's license is not operative or the Department has good cause to believe that the person selected will not fully exercise the responsibilities of a licensee-in-charge. If the Department has disapproved the selection of another new licensee-in-charge and the temporary certificate of authority expires or is about to expire without the agency selecting a new licensee-in-charge, the Department shall grant an extension of the temporary certificate of authority for an additional 90 days, except as otherwise prohibited in subsection (b) or this subsection (d).

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/20-20)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 20-20. Training; private alarm contractor and employees.

(a) Registered employees of the private alarm contractor agency who carry a firearm and respond to alarm systems shall complete, within 30 days of their employment, a minimum of 20 hours of classroom training provided by a qualified instructor and shall include all of the following subjects:

(1) The law regarding arrest and search and seizure as it applies to the private alarm industry.

(2) Civil and criminal liability for acts related to the private alarm industry.

(3) The use of force, including but not limited to the use of nonlethal force (i.e., disabling spray, baton, stungun, or similar weapon).

(4) Arrest and control techniques.

(5) The offenses under the Criminal Code of 2012 that are directly related to the protection of persons and property.

(6) The law on private alarm forces and on reporting to law enforcement agencies.

(7) Fire prevention, fire equipment, and fire safety.

(8) Civil rights and public relations.

(9) The identification of terrorists, acts of terrorism, and terrorist organizations, as defined by federal and State statutes.

Pursuant to directives set forth by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the provisions set forth by the National Fire Protection Association in the National Fire Alarm Code and the Life Safety Code, training may include the installation, repair, and maintenance of emergency communication systems and mass notification systems.

(b) All other employees of a private alarm contractor agency shall complete a minimum of 20 hours of basic training provided by a qualified instructor within 30 days of their employment. The training may be provided in a classroom or seminar setting or via Internet-based online learning programs. The substance of the training shall be related to the work performed by the registered employee.

(c) It is the responsibility of the employer to certify, on forms provided by the Department, that the employee has successfully completed the training. The original form or a copy shall be a permanent record of training completed by the employee and shall be placed in the employee's file with the employer for the term the employee is retained by the employer. A private alarm contractor agency may place a copy of the Department form in lieu of the original into the permanent employee registration card file. The original form or a copy shall be returned to the employee when the employee's employment is terminated. Failure to return the original form or a copy to the employee is grounds for discipline. The employee shall not be required to complete the training required under this Act once the employee has been issued a form.

(d) Nothing in this Act prevents any employer from providing or requiring additional training beyond the required 20 hours that the employer feels is necessary and appropriate for competent job performance.

(e) Any certification of completion of the 20-hour basic training issued under the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Locksmith Act of 1993 or any prior Act shall be accepted as proof of training under this Act.

(Source: P.A. 102-152, eff. 1-1-22; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 25 heading) ARTICLE 25. PRIVATE SECURITY CONTRACTORS. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/25-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 25-5. Exemptions; private security contractor. The provisions of this Act related to licensure of a private security contractor do not apply to any of the following:

(1) An employee of the United States, Illinois, or a political subdivision of either while the employee is engaged in the performance of the employee's official duties within the scope of the employee's employment. However, any such person who offers the person's services as a private security contractor or uses a similar title when these services are performed for compensation or other consideration, whether received directly or indirectly, is subject to this Act.

(2) A person employed as either an armed or unarmed security officer at a nuclear energy, storage, weapons, or development site or facility regulated by the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission who has completed the background screening and training mandated by the regulations of the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

(3) A person, watchman, or proprietary security officer employed exclusively by only one employer in connection with the exclusive activities of that employer.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/25-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 25-10. Qualifications for licensure as a private security contractor.

(a) A person is qualified for licensure as a private security contractor if the person meets all of the following requirements:

(1) Is at least 21 years of age.

(2) Has not been convicted of any felony in any jurisdiction or at least 10 years have elapsed since the time of full discharge from a sentence imposed for a felony conviction.

(3) Is of good moral character. Good character is a continuing requirement of licensure. Conviction of crimes other than felonies may be used in determining moral character, but shall not constitute an absolute bar to licensure, except where the applicant is a registered sex offender.

(4) Has not been declared by any court of competent jurisdiction to be incompetent by reason of mental or physical defect or disease, unless a court has subsequently declared him or her to be competent.

(5) Is not suffering from dependence on alcohol or from narcotic addiction or dependence.

(6) Has a minimum of 3 years experience of the 5 years immediately preceding application working as a full-time manager for a licensed private security contractor agency or a manager of a proprietary security force of 30 or more persons registered with the Department or with 3 years experience of the 5 years immediately preceding application employed as a full-time supervisor for an in-house security unit for a corporation having 100 or more employees, for a military police or related security unit in any of the armed forces of the United States, or in a law enforcement agency of the federal government, a state, or a state political subdivision, which shall include a state's attorney's office, a public defender's office, or the Department of Corrections. The Board and the Department shall approve such full-time supervisory experience and may accept, in lieu of the experience requirement in this subsection, alternative experience working as a full-time manager for a private security contractor agency licensed in another state or for a private security contractor agency in a state that does not license such agencies if the experience is substantially equivalent to that gained working for an Illinois licensed private security contractor agency. An applicant who has a baccalaureate degree or higher in police science or a related field or a business degree from an accredited college or university shall be given credit for 2 of the 3 years of the required experience. An applicant who has completed a non-degree military training program in police science or a related field shall be given credit for one of the 3 years of the required experience if the Board and the Department determine that such training is substantially equivalent to that received in an associate degree program. An applicant who has an associate degree in police science or in a related field or in business from an accredited college or university shall be given credit for one of the 3 years of the required experience.

(7) Has not been dishonorably discharged from the armed forces of the United States.

(8) Has passed an examination authorized by the Department.

(9) Submits the applicant's fingerprints, proof of having general liability insurance required under subsection (b), and the required license fee.

(10) Has not violated Section 10-5 of this Act.

(b) It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain general liability insurance in an amount and coverage appropriate for the applicant's circumstances as determined by rule. The applicant shall provide evidence of insurance to the Department before being issued a license. Failure to maintain general liability insurance and to provide the Department with written proof of the insurance shall result in cancellation of the license without hearing.

(c) (Blank).

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/25-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 25-15. Qualifications for licensure as a private security contractor agency.

(a) Upon receipt of the required fee and proof that the applicant has a full-time Illinois licensed private security licensee-in-charge, which is a continuing requirement for agency licensure, the Department shall issue a license as a private security contractor agency to any of the following:

(1) An individual who submits an application and is a licensed private security contractor under this Act.

(2) A firm that submits an application and all of the members of the firm are licensed private security contractors under this Act.

(3) A corporation or limited liability company doing business in Illinois that is authorized to engage in the business of conducting a private security contractor agency if at least one officer or executive employee is licensed as a private security contractor under this Act and all unlicensed officers and directors of the corporation or limited liability company are determined by the Department to be persons of good moral character.

(b) No private security contractor may be the licensee-in-charge for more than one private security contractor agency. Upon written request by a representative of the agency, within 10 days after the loss of a licensee-in-charge of an agency because of the death of that individual or because of the termination of the employment of that individual, the Department shall issue a temporary certificate of authority allowing the continuing operation of the licensed agency. No temporary certificate of authority shall be valid for more than 90 days. An extension of an additional 90 days may be granted upon written request by the representative of the agency. Not more than 2 extensions may be granted to any agency. No temporary permit shall be issued for loss of the licensee-in-charge because of disciplinary action by the Department related to the licensee-in-charge's conduct on behalf of the agency.

(c) Upon issuance of the temporary certificate of authority as provided for in subsection (b) of this Section and at any time thereafter while the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may request in writing additional information from the agency regarding the loss of its licensee-in-charge, the selection of a new licensee-in-charge, and the management of the agency. Failure of the agency to respond or respond to the satisfaction of the Department shall cause the Department to deny any extension of the temporary certificate of authority. While the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may disapprove the selection of a new licensee-in-charge by the agency if the person's license is not operative or the Department has good cause to believe that the person selected will not fully exercise the responsibilities of a licensee-in-charge. If the Department has disapproved the selection of a new licensee-in-charge and the temporary certificate of authority expires or is about to expire without the agency selecting another new licensee-in-charge, the Department shall grant an extension of the temporary certificate of authority for an additional 90 days, except as otherwise prohibited in subsection (b) or this subsection (c).

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/25-20)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 25-20. Training; private security contractor and employees.

(a) Registered employees of the private security contractor agency who provide traditional guarding or other private security related functions or who respond to alarm systems shall complete, within 30 days of their employment, a minimum of 20 hours of basic training, which may be provided in a classroom or seminar setting or via Internet-based online learning programs, and shall be provided by a qualified instructor, which shall include the following subjects:

(1) The law regarding arrest and search and seizure as it applies to private security.

(2) Civil and criminal liability for acts related to private security.

(3) The use of force, including but not limited to the use of nonlethal force (i.e., disabling spray, baton, stungun, taser, or similar weapon).

(4) Verbal communication skills.

(5) The offenses under the Criminal Code of 2012 that are directly related to the protection of persons and property.

(6) Private security officers and the criminal justice system.

(7) Fire prevention, fire equipment, and fire safety.

(8) Report writing and observation techniques.

(9) Customer service, civil rights, and public relations.

(10) The identification of terrorists, acts of terrorism, and terrorist organizations, as defined by federal and State statutes.

(b) All other employees of a private security contractor agency shall complete a minimum of 20 hours of basic training provided by the qualified instructor within 30 days of their employment. The training may be provided in a classroom or seminar setting or via Internet-based online learning programs. The substance of the training shall be related to the work performed by the registered employee.

(c) Registered employees of the private security contractor agency who provide guarding or other private security related functions, in addition to the basic training required under subsection (a), within 6 months of their employment, shall complete an additional 8 hours of training on subjects to be determined by the employer, which training may be site-specific and may be conducted on the job. The training may be provided in a classroom or seminar setting or via Internet-based online learning programs.

(d) In addition to the basic training provided for in subsections (a) and (c), registered employees of the private security contractor agency who provide guarding or other private security related functions shall complete an additional 8 hours of refresher training on subjects to be determined by the employer each calendar year commencing with the calendar year following the employee's first employment anniversary date, which refresher training may be site-specific and may be conducted on the job.

(e) It is the responsibility of the employer to certify, on a form provided by the Department, that the employee has successfully completed the basic and refresher training. The original form or a copy shall be a permanent record of training completed by the employee and shall be placed in the employee's file with the employer for the period the employee remains with the employer. The original form or a copy shall be given to the employee when the employee's employment is terminated. Failure to return the original form or a copy to the employee is grounds for disciplinary action. The employee shall not be required to repeat the required training once the employee has been issued the form. An employer may provide or require additional training.

(f) (Blank).

(g) All private security contractors shall complete a minimum of 4 hours of annual training on a topic of their choosing, provided that the subject matter of the training is reasonably related to their private security contractor practice. The training may be provided in a classroom setting or seminar setting or via Internet-based online learning programs. The Department shall adopt rules to administer this subsection.

(h) It shall be the responsibility of the private security contractor to keep and maintain a personal log of all training hours earned along with sufficient documentation necessary for the Department to verify the annual training completed for at least 5 years. The personal training log and documentation shall be provided to the Department in the same manner as other documentation and records required under this Act.

(i) If the private security contractor owns or is employed by a private security contractor agency, the private security contractor agency shall maintain a record of the annual training. The private security contractor agency must make the record of annual training available to the Department upon request.

(j) Recognizing the diverse professional practices of private security contractors licensed under this Act, it is the intent of the training requirements in this Section to allow for a broad interpretation of the coursework, seminar subjects, or class topics to be considered reasonably related to the practice of any profession licensed under this Act.

(k) Notwithstanding any other professional license a private security contractor holds under this Act, no more than 4 hours of annual training shall be required for any one year.

(l) The annual training requirements for private security contractors shall not apply until the calendar year following the issuance of the private security contractor license.

(Source: P.A. 102-152, eff. 1-1-22; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/25-30)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 25-30. Uniforms.

(a) No licensee under this Act or any employee of a licensed agency shall wear or display a badge, shoulder patch or other identification that contains the words "law" or "enforcement". No license holder or employee of a licensed agency shall imply in any manner that the person is an employee or agent of a governmental entity, display a badge or identification card, emblem, or uniform using the words "police", "sheriff", "highway patrol", "trooper", "law enforcement" or any similar term.

(b) All military-style uniforms, if worn by employees of a licensed private security contractor agency, must bear the name of the private security contractor agency, which shall be plainly visible on a patch, badge, or other insignia.

(c) All uniforms, if worn by employees of a licensed private security contractor agency, may only be worn in the performance of their duties or while commuting directly to or from the employee's place or places of employment.

(d) Employees shall return any uniform or equipment issued, but not sold, to the employee by the agency and any badge or identification card issued to the employee by the agency within 72 hours of termination of employment.

(e) Licensees under this Act of any employee of a licensed agency are prohibited from using the Illinois State Seal on badges, company logos, identification cards, patches, or other insignia.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 30 heading) ARTICLE 30. LOCKSMITHS. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/30-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 30-5. Exemptions; locksmith. The provisions of this Act do not apply to any of the following if the person performing the service does not hold himself or herself out as a locksmith:

(1) Automobile service dealers who service, install, repair, or rebuild automobile locks.

(2) Police officers, firefighters, or municipal employees who open a lock in an emergency situation.

(3) A retail merchant selling locks or similar security accessories, duplicating keys, or installing, programming, repairing, maintaining, reprogramming, rebuilding, or servicing electronic garage door devices.

(4) A member of the building trades who installs or removes complete locks or locking devices in the course of residential or commercial new construction or remodeling.

(5) An employee of a towing service, repossessor, roadside assistance service, or automobile club opening automotive locks in the normal course of the employee's duties. Additionally, this Act shall not prohibit an employee of a towing service or roadside assistance service from opening motor vehicles to enable a vehicle to be moved without towing, provided the towing service or roadside assistance service does not hold itself out to the public, by directory advertisement, through a sign at the facilities of the towing service or roadside assistance service, or by any other form of advertisement, as a locksmith.

(6) A student in the course of study in locksmith programs approved by the Department.

(7) Warranty service by a lock manufacturer or its employees on the manufacturer's own products.

(8) A maintenance employee of a property management company at a multi-family residential building who services, installs, repairs, or opens locks for tenants.

(9) A person employed exclusively by only one employer in connection with the exclusive activities of that employer, providing that person does not hold oneself out to the public as a locksmith.

(10) Persons who have no access to confidential or security information and who otherwise do not provide traditional locksmith services, as defined in this Act, are exempt from employee registration. Examples of exempt employees include, but are not limited to, employees working in the capacity of key cutters, cashiers, drivers, and reception personnel. Confidential or security information is that which pertains to employee files, scheduling, client contracts, master key charts, access codes, or technical security and alarm data.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/30-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 30-10. Qualifications for licensure as a locksmith.

(a) A person is qualified for licensure as a locksmith if the person meets all of the following requirements:

(1) Is at least 18 years of age.

(2) Has not been convicted of any felony in any jurisdiction or at least 10 years have elapsed since the time of full discharge from a sentence imposed for a felony conviction.

(3) Is of good moral character. Good moral character is a continuing requirement of licensure. Conviction of crimes other than felonies may be used in determining moral character, but shall not constitute an absolute bar to licensure, except where the applicant is a registered sex offender.

(4) Has not been declared by any court of competent jurisdiction to be incompetent by reason of mental or physical defect or disease, unless a court has subsequently declared him or her to be competent.

(5) Is not suffering from dependence on alcohol or from narcotic addiction or dependence.

(6) Has not been dishonorably discharged from the armed forces of the United States.

(7) Has passed an examination authorized by the Department.

(8) Submits the applicant's fingerprints, proof of having general liability insurance required under subsection (b), and the required license fee.

(9) Has not violated Section 10-5 of this Act.

(b) It is the responsibility of the applicant to obtain general liability insurance in an amount and coverage appropriate for the applicant's circumstances as determined by rule. The applicant shall provide evidence of insurance to the Department before being issued a license. Failure to maintain general liability insurance and to provide the Department with written proof of the insurance shall result in cancellation of the license without hearing. A locksmith employed by a licensed locksmith agency or employed by a private concern may provide proof that the locksmith's actions as a locksmith are covered by the liability insurance of the locksmith's employer.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/30-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 30-15. Qualifications for licensure as a locksmith agency.

(a) Upon receipt of the required fee and proof that the applicant has a full-time Illinois licensed locksmith licensee-in-charge, which is a continuing requirement for agency licensure, the Department shall issue a license as a locksmith agency to any of the following:

(1) An individual who submits an application and is a licensed locksmith under this Act.

(2) A firm that submits an application and all of the members of the firm are licensed locksmiths under this Act.

(3) A corporation or limited liability company doing business in Illinois that is authorized to engage in the business of conducting a locksmith agency if at least one officer or executive employee is a licensed locksmith under this Act and all unlicensed officers and directors of the corporation or limited liability company are determined by the Department to be persons of good moral character.

(b) An individual licensed as a locksmith operating under a business name other than the licensed locksmith's own name shall not be required to obtain a locksmith agency license if that licensed locksmith does not employ any persons to engage in the practice of locksmithing and registers under the Assumed Business Name Act.

(c) No locksmith may be the licensee in-charge for more than one locksmith agency. Upon written request by a representative of the agency, within 10 days after the loss of a licensee-in-charge of an agency because of the death of that individual or because of the termination of the employment of that individual, the Department shall issue a temporary certificate of authority allowing the continuing operation of the licensed agency. No temporary certificate of authority shall be valid for more than 90 days. An extension of an additional 90 days may be granted upon written request by the representative of the agency. Not more than 2 extensions may be granted to any agency. No temporary permit shall be issued for loss of the licensee-in-charge because of disciplinary action by the Department related to the licensee-in-charge's conduct on behalf of the agency.

(c-1) Upon issuance of the temporary certificate of authority as provided for in subsection (c) of this Section and at any time thereafter while the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may request in writing additional information from the agency regarding the loss of its licensee-in-charge, the selection of a new licensee-in-charge, and the management of the agency. Failure of the agency to respond to the satisfaction of the Department shall cause the Department to deny any extension of the temporary certificate of authority. While the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may disapprove the selection of a new licensee-in-charge by the agency if the person's license is not operative or the Department has good cause to believe that the person selected will not fully exercise the responsibilities of a licensee-in-charge. If the Department has disapproved the selection of a new licensee-in-charge and the temporary certificate of authority expires or is about to expire without the agency selecting another new licensee-in-charge, the Department shall grant an extension of the temporary certificate of authority for an additional 90 days, except as otherwise prohibited in subsection (c) or this subsection (c-1).

(d) The Department shall require without limitation all of the following information from each applicant for licensure as a locksmith agency under this Act:

(1) The name, full business address, and telephone number of the locksmith agency. The business address for the locksmith agency shall be a complete street address from which business is actually conducted, shall be located within the State, and may not be a P.O. Box. The applicant shall submit proof that the business location is or will be used to conduct the locksmith agency's business. The Department may approve of an out-of-state business location if it is not over 50 miles in distance from the borders of this State.

(2) All trade or business names used by the licensee.

(3) The type of ownership or operation, such as a partnership, corporation, or sole proprietorship.

(4) The name of the owner or operator of the locksmith agency, including:

(A) if a person, then the name and address of record of the person;

(B) if a partnership, then the name and address of record of each partner and the name of the partnership;

(C) if a corporation, then the name, address of record, and title of each corporate officer and director, the corporate names, and the name of the state of incorporation; and

(D) if a sole proprietorship, then the full name and address of record of the sole proprietor and the name of the business entity.

(5) The name and license number of the licensee-in-charge for the locksmith agency.

(6) Any additional information required by the Department by rule.

(e) A licensed locksmith agency may operate under a "doing business as" or assumed name certification without having to obtain a separate locksmith agency license if the "doing business as" or assumed name is first registered with the Department. A licensed locksmith agency may register no more than one assumed name.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/30-20)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 30-20. Training; locksmith and employees.

(a) Registered employees of a licensed locksmith agency shall complete a minimum of 20 hours of training provided by a qualified instructor within 30 days of their employment. The substance of the training shall be prescribed by rule.

(b) It is the responsibility of the employer to certify, on a form provided by the Department, that the employee has successfully completed the training. The form shall be a permanent record of training completed by the employee and shall be placed in the employee's file with the employer for the period the employee remains with the employer. An agency may place a copy of the Department form in lieu of the original into the permanent employee registration card file. The original form or a copy shall be given to the employee when the employee's employment is terminated. Failure to return the original form or a copy to the employee is grounds for disciplinary action. The employee shall not be required to repeat the required training once the employee has been issued the form. An employer may provide or require additional training.

(c) Any certification of completion of the 20-hour basic training issued under the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security and Locksmith Act of 1993 or any prior Act shall be accepted as proof of training under this Act.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/30-25)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 30-25. Customer identification; record keeping.

(a) A locksmith who bypasses, manipulates, or originates a first key by code for a device safeguarding an area where access is meant to be limited, whether or not for compensation, shall document where the work was performed and the name, address, date of birth, telephone number, and driver's license number or other identification number of the person requesting the work to be done and shall obtain the signature of that person. A copy of the work order form, invoice, or receipt shall be kept by the licensed locksmith for a period of 2 years and shall include the name and license number of the locksmith or the name and identification number of the registered employee who performed the services. Work order forms, invoices, or receipts required to be kept under this Section shall be available for inspection upon written request made 3 days in advance by a law enforcement agency.

(b) A locksmith who bypasses, manipulates, or originates a first key for a motor vehicle, whether or not for compensation, shall document the name, address, date of birth, telephone number, vehicle identification number, and driver's license number or other identification number of the person requesting entry and obtain the signature of that person. A copy of the work order form, invoice, or receipt shall be kept by the licensed locksmith for a period of 2 years and shall include the name and license number of the locksmith or the name and identification number of the registered employee who performed the services. Work order forms, invoices, or receipts required to be kept under this Section shall be available for inspection upon written request made 3 days in advance by a law enforcement agency.

(c) A locksmith or locksmith agency shall maintain all records required by this Act at the business address provided to the Department pursuant to paragraph (1) of subsection (d) of Section 30-15.

(Source: P.A. 96-1445, eff. 8-20-10.)

(225 ILCS 447/30-30)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 30-30. Consumer protection; required information for consumers.

(a) A licensee providing any locksmith services shall document on a work order, invoice, or receipt the name, address, and telephone number of the person requesting the work to be done.

(b) The locksmith who performs the services shall include on the work order, invoice, or receipt the locksmith's name and license number.

(c) If the locksmith who performs the services is employed by a locksmith agency, then the name, address, and license number of the locksmith agency and the name and license or registration number of the locksmith who performed the services shall be included on the work order, invoice, or receipt.

(d) A copy of the work order, invoice, or receipt shall be provided to the customer at the time of service and the original copy of the work order, invoice, or receipt shall be kept by the licensed locksmith or locksmith agency for a period of 2 years.

(e) The name, address, and license number of the locksmith or locksmith agency, if applicable, shall be pre-printed on the work order, invoice, or receipt required under this Section.

(f) A locksmith may be disciplined by the Department pursuant to this Act for gross or willful overcharging for professional locksmith services, including filing false statements for the collection of fees for services not rendered.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/30-35)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 30-35. Advertising. In addition to any requirements under Section 35-15, a licensed locksmith or locksmith agency shall include the licensee's name, the city and state of the address provided to the Department pursuant to paragraph (1) of subsection (d) of Section 30-15, and the licensee's license number on any advertisement.

(Source: P.A. 96-1445, eff. 8-20-10.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 31 heading) ARTICLE 31. FINGERPRINT VENDORS. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)(Source: P.A. 95-613, eff. 9-11-07.)

(225 ILCS 447/31-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 31-5. Exemptions.

(a) The provisions of this Act regarding fingerprint vendors do not apply to any of the following, if the person performing the service does not hold oneself out as a fingerprint vendor or fingerprint vendor agency:

(1) An employee of the United States, Illinois, or a political subdivision, including public school districts, while the employee is engaged in the performance of the employee's official duties within the scope of the employee's employment. However, any such person who offers the person's services as a fingerprint vendor or uses a similar title when these services are performed for compensation or other consideration, whether received directly or indirectly, is subject to this Act.

(2) A person employed exclusively by only one employer in connection with the exclusive activities of that employer, provided that person does not hold oneself out to the public as a fingerprint vendor.

(3) Any member of local law enforcement in the performance of duties for criminal justice purposes, notwithstanding whether the local law enforcement agency charges a reasonable fee related to the cost of offering fingerprinting services.

(b) The provisions of this Act regarding fingerprint vendors do not apply to any member of a local law enforcement agency, acting on behalf of the local law enforcement agency that is registered with the Illinois State Police to provide fingerprinting services for non-criminal justice purposes, notwithstanding whether the local law enforcement agency charges a reasonable fee related to the cost of offering fingerprinting services.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/31-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 31-10. Qualifications for licensure as a fingerprint vendor.

(a) A person is qualified for licensure as a fingerprint vendor if the person meets all of the following requirements:

(1) Is at least 18 years of age.

(2) Has not been convicted of any felony in any jurisdiction or at least 10 years have elapsed since the time of full discharge from a sentence imposed for a felony conviction.

(3) Is of good moral character. Good moral character is a continuing requirement of licensure. Conviction of crimes other than felonies may be used in determining moral character, but shall not constitute an absolute bar to licensure, except where the applicant is a registered sex offender.

(4) Has not been declared by any court of competent jurisdiction to be incompetent by reason of mental or physical defect or disease, unless a court has subsequently declared him or her to be competent.

(5) Is not suffering from dependence on alcohol or from narcotic addiction or dependence.

(6) Has not been dishonorably discharged from the armed forces of the United States.

(7) Submits certification issued by the Illinois State Police that the applicant has successfully completed a fingerprint vendor training course conducted or authorized by the Illinois State Police.

(8) Submits the applicant's fingerprints, in accordance with subsection (b) of this Section.

(9) Has not violated any provision of this Act or any rule adopted under this Act.

(10) Provides evidence satisfactory to the Department that the applicant has obtained general liability insurance in an amount and with coverage as determined by rule. Failure to maintain general liability insurance and failure to provide the Department with written proof of the insurance, upon request, shall result in cancellation of the license without hearing. A fingerprint vendor employed by a licensed fingerprint vendor agency may provide proof that the employee's actions as a fingerprint vendor are covered by the liability insurance of the employee's employer.

(11) Pays the required licensure fee.

(12) (Blank).

(13) Submits proof that the applicant maintains a business office located in the State of Illinois.

(14) Provides proof of compliance with subsection (e) of Section 31-15 of this Act if the applicant is not required to obtain a fingerprint vendor agency license pursuant to subsection (b) of Section 31-15 of this Act.

(b) Each applicant for a fingerprint vendor license shall have the applicant's fingerprints submitted to the Illinois State Police in an electronic format that complies with the form and manner for requesting and furnishing criminal history record information as prescribed by the Illinois State Police. These fingerprints shall be checked against the Illinois State Police and Federal Bureau of Investigation criminal history record databases now and hereafter filed. The Illinois State Police shall charge applicants a fee for conducting the criminal history records check, which shall be deposited in the State Police Services Fund and shall not exceed the actual cost of the records check. The Illinois State Police shall furnish, pursuant to positive identification, records of Illinois convictions to the Department. The Department may require applicants to pay a separate fingerprinting fee, either to the Department or directly to the vendor. The Department, in its discretion, may allow an applicant who does not have reasonable access to a designated vendor to provide the applicant's fingerprints in an alternative manner. The Department, in its discretion, may also use other procedures in performing or obtaining criminal background checks of applicants. Instead of submitting the applicant's fingerprints, an individual may submit proof that is satisfactory to the Department that an equivalent security clearance has been conducted. Also, an individual who has retired as a peace officer within 12 months of application may submit verification, on forms provided by the Department and signed by the applicant's employer, of the applicant's previous full-time employment as a peace officer.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/31-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 31-15. Qualifications for licensure as a fingerprint vendor agency.

(a) Upon receipt of the required fee, compliance with subsection (e) of this Section, and proof that the applicant has a full-time Illinois licensed fingerprint vendor licensee-in-charge, which is a continuing requirement for agency licensure, the Department may issue a license as a fingerprint vendor agency to any of the following:

(1) An individual who submits an application and is a licensed fingerprint vendor under this Act.

(2) A firm that submits an application and all of the members of the firm are licensed fingerprint vendors under this Act.

(3) A corporation or limited liability company doing business in Illinois that is authorized to engage in the business of conducting a fingerprint vendor agency if at least one officer or executive employee is a licensed fingerprint vendor under this Act and all unlicensed officers and directors of the corporation or limited liability company are determined by the Department to be persons of good moral character.

(b) An individual licensed as a fingerprint vendor operating under a business name other than the licensed fingerprint vendor's own name shall not be required to obtain a fingerprint vendor agency license if that licensed fingerprint vendor does not employ any persons to provide fingerprinting services. However, in either circumstance, the individual shall comply with the requirements of subsection (e) of this Section as a requirement for licensure.

(c) No fingerprint vendor may be the licensee-in-charge for more than one fingerprint vendor agency. Upon written request by a representative of the agency, within 10 days after the loss of a licensee-in-charge of an agency because of the death of that individual or because of the termination of the employment of that individual, the Department shall issue a temporary certificate of authority allowing the continuing operation of the licensed agency. No temporary certificate of authority shall be valid for more than 90 days. An extension of an additional 90 days may be granted upon written request by the representative of the agency. Not more than 2 extensions may be granted to any agency. No temporary permit shall be issued for loss of the licensee-in-charge because of disciplinary action by the Department related to the licensee-in-charge's conduct on behalf of the agency.

(d) Upon issuance of the temporary certificate of authority as provided for in subsection (c) of this Section and at any time thereafter while the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may request in writing additional information from the agency regarding the loss of its licensee-in-charge, the selection of a new licensee-in-charge, and the management of the agency. Failure of the agency to respond or respond to the satisfaction of the Department shall cause the Department to deny any extension of the temporary certificate of authority. While the temporary certificate of authority is in effect, the Department may disapprove the selection of a new licensee-in-charge by the agency if the person's license is not operative or the Department has good cause to believe that the person selected will not fully exercise the responsibilities of a licensee-in-charge. If the Department has disapproved the selection of a new licensee-in-charge and the temporary certificate of authority expires or is about to expire without the agency selecting another new licensee-in-charge, the Department shall grant an extension of the temporary certificate of authority for an additional 90 days, except as otherwise prohibited in subsection (c) or this subsection (d).

(e) An applicant shall submit certification issued by the Illinois State Police that the applicant's fingerprinting equipment and software meets all specifications required by the Illinois State Police. Compliance with Illinois State Police fingerprinting equipment and software specifications is a continuing requirement for licensure.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/31-20)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 31-20. Training; fingerprint vendor and employees.

(a) Registered employees of a licensed fingerprint vendor agency shall complete a minimum of 20 hours of training provided by a qualified instructor within 30 days of their employment. The substance of the training shall be prescribed by rule.

(b) It is the responsibility of the employer to certify, on a form provided by the Department, that the employee has successfully completed the training. The form shall be a permanent record of training completed by the employee and shall be placed in the employee's file with the employer for the period the employee remains with the employer. An agency may place a copy of the Department form, in lieu of the original, into the permanent employee registration card file. The original form or a copy shall be given to the employee when the employee's employment is terminated. Failure to return the original form or a copy to the employee is grounds for disciplinary action. The employee shall not be required to repeat the required training once the employee has been issued the form. An employer may provide or require additional training.

(c) Any certification of completion of the 20-hour basic training issued under this Act shall be accepted as proof of training.

(d) No registered employee of a licensed fingerprint vendor agency may operate live scan fingerprint equipment or other equipment designed to obtain fingerprint images for the purpose of providing fingerprint images and associated demographic data to the Illinois State Police.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/31-25)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 31-25. Customer identification; record keeping. A fingerprint vendor or fingerprint vendor agency shall document in the form of a work order when and where each and every fingerprint service is provided. The work order shall also include the name, address, date of birth, telephone number, and driver's license number or other identification number of the person requesting the service to be done, the signature of that person, the routing number and any other information or documentation as provided by rule. All work orders shall be kept by the licensed fingerprint vendor for a period of 2 years from the date of service and shall include the name and license number of the fingerprint vendor and, if applicable, the name and identification number of the registered employee who performed the services. Work order forms required to be kept under this Section shall be available for inspection by the Department or by the Illinois State Police.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21.)

(225 ILCS 447/31-30)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 31-30. Restrictions on firearms.

(a) Nothing in this Act or the rules adopted under this Act shall authorize a person licensed as a fingerprint vendor or any employee of a licensed fingerprint vendor agency to possess or carry a firearm in the course of providing fingerprinting services.

(b) Nothing in this Act or the rules adopted under this Act shall grant or authorize the issuance of a firearm control card to a fingerprint vendor or any employee of a licensed fingerprint vendor agency.

(Source: P.A. 95-613, eff. 9-11-07; 95-876, eff. 8-21-08.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 35 heading) ARTICLE 35. BUSINESS PRACTICE PROVISIONS. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/35-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-5. Display of license. Each licensee shall prominently display the licensee's individual, agency, or branch office license at each place where business is being conducted, as required under this Act. A licensee-in-charge is required to post the licensee's license only at the agency office.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-10. Inspection of facilities. Each licensee or registrant shall permit the licensee's or registrant's office facilities, business premises, canine training facilities, firearm training facilities, and registered employee files to be audited or inspected at reasonable times and in a reasonable manner by the Department.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-15. Advertisements; penalties.

(a) No licensee providing services regulated by this Act may knowingly advertise those services without including the licensee's license number in the advertisement. The publisher of the advertising, however, is not required to verify the accuracy of the advertisement or the license number.

(b) A licensee who advertises services regulated by this Act who knowingly (i) fails to display the licensee's license at the licensee's place of business, (ii) fails to provide the publisher with the current license number, or (iii) provides the publisher with a false license number or a license number other than that of the person or agency doing the advertising or a licensee who knowingly allows the licensee's license number to be displayed or used by another person or agency to circumvent any provision of this subsection, is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor. Each day an advertisement is published or a licensee allows the licensee's license to be used in violation of this Section constitutes a separate offense. In addition to the penalties and remedies provided in this Section, a licensee who violates any provision of this Section shall be subject to the disciplinary action, fines, and civil penalty provisions of this Act.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-20)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-20. Renewal provisions. As a condition of renewal of a license, each licensee shall report to the Department information pertaining to the licensee's business location, status as active or inactive, proof of continued general liability insurance coverage, and any other data as determined by rule to be reasonably related to the administration of this Act. Licensees shall report this information as a condition of renewal, except that a change in home or office address or a change of the licensee-in-charge shall be reported within 10 days of when it occurs.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-25)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-25. Duplicate licenses. If a license, permanent employee registration card, or firearm control card is lost, a duplicate shall be issued upon proof of such loss together with the payment of the required fee. If a licensee decides to change the licensee's name, the Department shall issue a license in the new name upon proof that the change was done pursuant to law and payment of the required fee. Notification of a name change shall be made to the Department within 30 days after the change.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-30)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-30. Employee requirements. All employees of a licensed agency, other than those exempted, shall apply for a permanent employee registration card. The holder of an agency license issued under this Act, known in this Section as "employer", may employ in the conduct of the employer's business employees under the following provisions:

(a) No person shall be issued a permanent employee registration card who:

(1) Is younger than 18 years of age.

(2) Is younger than 21 years of age if the services will include being armed.

(3) Has been determined by the Department to be unfit by reason of conviction of an offense in this or another state, including registration as a sex offender, but not including a traffic offense. Persons convicted of felonies involving bodily harm, weapons, violence, or theft within the previous 10 years shall be presumed to be unfit for registration. The Department shall adopt rules for making those determinations that shall afford the applicant due process of law.

(4) Has had a license or permanent employee registration card denied, suspended, or revoked under this Act (i) within one year before the date the person's application for permanent employee registration card is received by the Department; and (ii) that refusal, denial, suspension, or revocation was based on any provision of this Act other than Section 40-50, item (6) or (8) of subsection (a) of Section 15-10, subsection (b) of Section 15-10, item (6) or (8) of subsection (a) of Section 20-10, subsection (b) of Section 20-10, item (6) or (8) of subsection (a) of Section 25-10, subsection (b) of Section 25-10, item (7) of subsection (a) of Section 30-10, subsection (b) of Section 30-10, or Section 10-40.

(5) Has been declared incompetent by any court of competent jurisdiction by reason of mental disease or defect and has not been restored.

(6) Has been dishonorably discharged from the armed services of the United States.

(b) No person may be employed by a private detective agency, private security contractor agency, private alarm contractor agency, fingerprint vendor agency, or locksmith agency under this Section until the person has executed and furnished to the employer, on forms furnished by the Department, a verified statement to be known as "Employee's Statement" setting forth:

(1) The person's full name, age, and residence address.

(2) The business or occupation engaged in for the 5 years immediately before the date of the execution of the statement, the place where the business or occupation was engaged in, and the names of employers, if any.

(3) That the person has not had a license or employee registration denied, revoked, or suspended under this Act (i) within one year before the date the person's application for permanent employee registration card is received by the Department; and (ii) that refusal, denial, suspension, or revocation was based on any provision of this Act other than Section 40-50, item (6) or (8) of subsection (a) of Section 15-10, subsection (b) of Section 15-10, item (6) or (8) of subsection (a) of Section 20-10, subsection (b) of Section 20-10, item (6) or (8) of subsection (a) of Section 25-10, subsection (b) of Section 25-10, item (7) of subsection (a) of Section 30-10, subsection (b) of Section 30-10, or Section 10-40.

(4) Any conviction of a felony or misdemeanor.

(5) Any declaration of incompetence by a court of competent jurisdiction that has not been restored.

(6) Any dishonorable discharge from the armed services of the United States.

(7) Any other information as may be required by any rule of the Department to show the good character, competency, and integrity of the person executing the statement.

(c) Each applicant for a permanent employee registration card shall have the applicant's fingerprints submitted to the Illinois State Police in an electronic format that complies with the form and manner for requesting and furnishing criminal history record information as prescribed by the Illinois State Police. These fingerprints shall be checked against the Illinois State Police and Federal Bureau of Investigation criminal history record databases now and hereafter filed. The Illinois State Police shall charge applicants a fee for conducting the criminal history records check, which shall be deposited in the State Police Services Fund and shall not exceed the actual cost of the records check. The Illinois State Police shall furnish, pursuant to positive identification, records of Illinois convictions to the Department. The Department may require applicants to pay a separate fingerprinting fee, either to the Department or directly to the vendor. The Department, in its discretion, may allow an applicant who does not have reasonable access to a designated vendor to provide the applicant's fingerprints in an alternative manner. The Department, in its discretion, may also use other procedures in performing or obtaining criminal background checks of applicants. Instead of submitting the applicant's fingerprints, an individual may submit proof that is satisfactory to the Department that an equivalent security clearance has been conducted. Also, an individual who has retired as a peace officer within 12 months of application may submit verification, on forms provided by the Department and signed by the applicant's employer, of the applicant's previous full-time employment as a peace officer.

(d) The Department shall issue a permanent employee registration card, in a form the Department prescribes, to all qualified applicants. The holder of a permanent employee registration card shall carry the card at all times while actually engaged in the performance of the duties of the employee's employment. Expiration and requirements for renewal of permanent employee registration cards shall be established by rule of the Department. Possession of a permanent employee registration card does not in any way imply that the holder of the card is employed by an agency unless the permanent employee registration card is accompanied by the employee identification card required by subsection (f) of this Section.

(e) Each employer shall maintain a record of each employee that is accessible to the duly authorized representatives of the Department. The record shall contain the following information:

(1) A photograph taken within 10 days of the date that the employee begins employment with the employer. The photograph shall be replaced with a current photograph every 3 calendar years.

(2) The Employee's Statement specified in subsection (b) of this Section.

(3) All correspondence or documents relating to the character and integrity of the employee received by the employer from any official source or law enforcement agency.

(4) In the case of former employees, the employee identification card of that person issued under subsection (f) of this Section. Each employee record shall duly note if the employee is employed in an armed capacity. Armed employee files shall contain a copy of an active firearm owner's identification card and a copy of an active firearm control card. Each employer shall maintain a record for each armed employee of each instance in which the employee's weapon was discharged during the course of the employee's professional duties or activities. The record shall be maintained on forms provided by the Department, a copy of which must be filed with the Department within 15 days of an instance. The record shall include the date and time of the occurrence, the circumstances involved in the occurrence, and any other information as the Department may require. Failure to provide this information to the Department or failure to maintain the record as a part of each armed employee's permanent file is grounds for disciplinary action. The Department, upon receipt of a report, shall have the authority to make any investigation it considers appropriate into any occurrence in which an employee's weapon was discharged and to take disciplinary action as may be appropriate.

(5) A copy of the employee's permanent employee registration card or a copy of the Department's "License Lookup" Webpage showing that the employee has been issued a valid permanent employee registration card by the Department.

The Department may, by rule, prescribe further record requirements.

(f) Every employer shall furnish an employee identification card to each of the employer's employees. This employee identification card shall contain a recent photograph of the employee, the employee's name, the name and agency license number of the employer, the employee's personal description, the signature of the employer, the signature of that employee, the date of issuance, and an employee identification card number.

(g) No employer may issue an employee identification card to any person who is not employed by the employer in accordance with this Section or falsely state or represent that a person is or has been in the employer's employ. It is unlawful for an applicant for registered employment to file with the Department the fingerprints of a person other than himself or herself.

(h) Every employer shall obtain the identification card of every employee who terminates employment with the employer.

(i) Every employer shall maintain a separate roster of the names of all employees currently working in an armed capacity and submit the roster to the Department on request.

(j) No agency may employ any person to perform a licensed activity under this Act unless the person possesses a valid permanent employee registration card or a valid license under this Act, or is exempt pursuant to subsection (n).

(k) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (j), an agency may employ a person in a temporary capacity if all of the following conditions are met:

(1) The agency completes in its entirety and submits to the Department an application for a permanent employee registration card, including the required fingerprint receipt and fees.

(2) The agency has verification from the Department that the applicant has no record of any criminal conviction pursuant to the criminal history check conducted by the Illinois State Police. The agency shall maintain the verification of the results of the Illinois State Police criminal history check as part of the employee record as required under subsection (e) of this Section.

(3) The agency exercises due diligence to ensure that the person is qualified under the requirements of this Act to be issued a permanent employee registration card.

(4) The agency maintains a separate roster of the names of all employees whose applications are currently pending with the Department and submits the roster to the Department on a monthly basis. Rosters are to be maintained by the agency for a period of at least 24 months.

An agency may employ only a permanent employee applicant for which it either submitted a permanent employee application and all required forms and fees or it confirms with the Department that a permanent employee application and all required forms and fees have been submitted by another agency, licensee or the permanent employee and all other requirements of this Section are met.

The Department shall have the authority to revoke, without a hearing, the temporary authority of an individual to work upon receipt of Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint data or a report of another official authority indicating a criminal conviction. If the Department has not received a temporary employee's Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint data within 120 days of the date the Department received the Illinois State Police fingerprint data, the Department may, at its discretion, revoke the employee's temporary authority to work with 15 days written notice to the individual and the employing agency.

An agency may not employ a person in a temporary capacity if it knows or reasonably should have known that the person has been convicted of a crime under the laws of this State, has been convicted in another state of any crime that is a crime under the laws of this State, has been convicted of any crime in a federal court, or has been posted as an unapproved applicant by the Department. Notice by the Department to the agency, via certified mail, personal delivery, electronic mail, or posting on the Department's Internet site accessible to the agency that the person has been convicted of a crime shall be deemed constructive knowledge of the conviction on the part of the agency. The Department may adopt rules to implement this subsection (k).

(l) No person may be employed under this Section in any capacity if:

(1) the person, while so employed, is being paid by the United States or any political subdivision for the time so employed in addition to any payments the person may receive from the employer; or

(2) the person wears any portion of the person's official uniform, emblem of authority, or equipment while so employed.

(m) If information is discovered affecting the registration of a person whose fingerprints were submitted under this Section, the Department shall so notify the agency that submitted the fingerprints on behalf of that person.

(n) Peace officers shall be exempt from the requirements of this Section relating to permanent employee registration cards. The agency shall remain responsible for any peace officer employed under this exemption, regardless of whether the peace officer is compensated as an employee or as an independent contractor and as further defined by rule.

(o) Persons who have no access to confidential or security information, who do not go to a client's or prospective client's residence or place of business, and who otherwise do not provide traditional security services are exempt from employee registration. Examples of exempt employees include, but are not limited to, employees working in the capacity of ushers, directors, ticket takers, cashiers, drivers, and reception personnel. Confidential or security information is that which pertains to employee files, scheduling, client contracts, or technical security and alarm data.

(p) An applicant who is 21 years of age or older seeking a religious exemption to the photograph requirement of this Section shall furnish with the application an approved copy of United States Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service Form 4029. Regardless of age, an applicant seeking a religious exemption to this photograph requirement shall submit fingerprints in a form and manner prescribed by the Department with the applicant's application in lieu of a photograph.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-32)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-32. Employment requirement.

(a) The holder of a permanent employee registration card is prohibited from performing the activities of a fingerprint vendor, locksmith, private alarm contractor, private detective, or private security contractor without being employed by an agency licensed under this Act.

(b) An agency licensed under this Act is prohibited from evading or attempting to evade the requirements for employee registration under this Act by engaging a contractor or independent contractor to perform the activities of a fingerprint vendor, locksmith, private alarm contractor, private detective, or private security contractor, unless that person is licensed under this Act.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-35)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-35. Requirement of a firearm control card.

(a) No person shall perform duties that include the use, carrying, or possession of a firearm in the performance of those duties without complying with the provisions of this Section and having been issued a valid firearm control card by the Department.

(b) No employer shall employ any person to perform the duties for which licensure or employee registration is required and allow that person to carry a firearm unless that person has complied with all the firearm training requirements of this Section and has been issued a firearm control card. This Act permits only the following to carry firearms while actually engaged in the performance of their duties or while commuting directly to or from their places of employment: persons licensed as private detectives and their registered employees; persons licensed as private security contractors and their registered employees; persons licensed as private alarm contractors and their registered employees; and employees of a registered armed proprietary security force.

(c) Possession of a valid firearm control card allows a licensee or employee to carry a firearm not otherwise prohibited by law while the licensee or employee is engaged in the performance of the licensee's or employee's duties or while the licensee or employee is commuting directly to or from the licensee's or employee's place or places of employment.

(d) The Department shall issue a firearm control card to a person who has passed an approved firearm training course, who is currently licensed or employed by an agency licensed by this Act and has met all the requirements of this Act, and who possesses a valid firearm owner identification card. Application for the firearm control card shall be made by the employer to the Department on forms provided by the Department. The Department shall forward the card to the employer who shall be responsible for its issuance to the licensee or employee. The firearm control card shall be issued by the Department and shall identify the person holding it and the name of the course where the licensee or employee received firearm instruction and shall specify the type of weapon or weapons the person is authorized by the Department to carry and for which the person has been trained.

(e) Expiration and requirements for renewal of firearm control cards shall be determined by rule.

(f) The Department may, in addition to any other disciplinary action permitted by this Act, refuse to issue, suspend, or revoke a firearm control card if the applicant or holder has been convicted of any felony or crime involving the illegal use, carrying, or possession of a deadly weapon or for a violation of this Act or rules promulgated under this Act. The Department shall refuse to issue or shall revoke a firearm control card if the applicant or holder fails to possess a valid firearm owners identification card without hearing. The Secretary shall summarily suspend a firearm control card if the Secretary finds that its continued use would constitute an imminent danger to the public. A hearing shall be held before the Board within 30 days if the Secretary summarily suspends a firearm control card.

(g) Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act to the contrary, all requirements relating to firearms control cards do not apply to a peace officer. If an individual ceases to be employed as a peace officer and continues to perform services in an armed capacity under this Act that are licensed activities, then the individual is required to obtain a permanent employee registration card pursuant to Section 35-30 of this Act and must possess a valid Firearm Owner's Identification Card, but is not required to obtain a firearm control card if the individual is otherwise in continuing compliance with the federal Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004. If an individual elects to carry a firearm pursuant to the federal Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004, then the agency employing the officer shall submit an application to the Department for issuance of a waiver card along with a fee specified by rule.

(h) The Department may issue a temporary firearm control card pending issuance of a new firearm control card upon an agency's acquiring of an established armed account. An agency that has acquired armed employees as a result of acquiring an established armed account may, on forms supplied by the Department, request the issuance of a temporary firearm control card for each acquired employee who held a valid firearm control card under the employer's employment with the newly acquired established armed account immediately preceding the acquiring of the account and who continues to meet all of the qualifications for issuance of a firearm control card set forth in this Act and any rules adopted under this Act. The Department shall, by rule, set the fee for issuance of a temporary firearm control card.

(i) The Department shall not issue a firearm control card to a licensed fingerprint vendor or a licensed locksmith or employees of a licensed fingerprint vendor agency or a licensed locksmith agency.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-40)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-40. Firearm control; training requirements.

(a) The Department shall, pursuant to rule, approve or disapprove training programs for the firearm training course, which shall be taught by a qualified instructor. Qualifications for instructors shall be set by rule. The firearm training course shall be conducted by entities, by a licensee, or by an agency licensed by this Act, provided the course is approved by the Department. The firearm course shall consist of the following minimum requirements:

(1) 48 hours of training as follows:

(A) 20 hours consisting of training as described in Sections 15-20, 20-20, or 25-20, as applicable;

(B) 8 hours consisting of practice firing on a range with live ammunition, including, but not limited to, firing a minimum of 50 rounds of live ammunition (factory loaded service ammunition or factory reloaded ammunition) and attaining a minimum score of 70% accuracy with each type of weapon the person is authorized by the Department to carry and for which the person has been trained; and

(C) 20 hours consisting of instruction in:

(i) the dangers of and misuse of firearms, their storage, safety rules, and care and cleaning of firearms;

(ii) defensive tactics for in-holster weapon retention;

(iii) the legal use of firearms;

(iv) the ethical and moral considerations necessary for any person who possesses a firearm;

(v) the laws regarding arrest, search, and seizure; and

(vi) liability for acts that may be performed in the course of employment.

(2) An examination shall be given at the completion of the course. The examination shall consist of a firearms qualification course and a written examination. Successful completion shall be determined by the Department.

(b) The firearm training requirement may be waived for a licensee or employee who has completed training provided by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board or the equivalent public body of another state or is a qualified retired law enforcement officer as defined in the federal Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004 and is in compliance with all of the requirements of that Act, provided documentation showing requalification with the weapon on the firing range is submitted to the Department.

(c) In addition to the training provided for in subsection (a), a licensee or employee in possession of a valid firearm control card shall complete an additional 8 hours of refresher training each calendar year commencing with the calendar year following one year after the date of the issuance of the firearm control card. The 8 hours of training shall consist of practice firing on a range with live ammunition, including, but not limited to, firing a minimum of 50 rounds of live ammunition (factory loaded service ammunition or factory reloaded ammunition) and attaining a minimum score of 70% accuracy with each type of weapon the person is authorized by the Department to carry and for which the person has been trained.

(Source: P.A. 102-152, eff. 1-1-22.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-41)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-41. Requirement of a canine handler authorization card.

(a) No person shall perform duties that include the use or handling of a canine to protect persons or property or to conduct investigations without having been issued a valid canine handler authorization card by the Department. An agency may subcontract out its canine odor detection services to another licensed agency or may use the employees of another licensed agency as subcontractors, provided that all employees who provide canine odor detection services in either arrangement are properly registered under this Act and are otherwise in compliance with the requirements of this Section. It is the responsibility of each agency participating in a subcontracting arrangement to ensure compliance with all employees so utilized.

(b) No agency shall employ any person to perform the duties for which employee registration is required and allow that person to use or handle a canine to protect persons or property or to conduct investigations unless that person has been issued a canine handler authorization card.

(c) The Department shall issue a canine handler authorization card to a person who (i) has passed an approved canine handler training course, (ii) is currently employed by an agency licensed under this Act, and (iii) has met all of the applicable requirements of this Act. Application for the canine handler authorization card shall be made by the employer to the Department on forms provided by the Department. The Department shall forward the card to the employer who shall be responsible for its issuance to the employee. The canine handler authorization card shall be issued by the Department and must identify the person holding it and the name of the canine training facility where the employee received canine handler instruction.

(d) The Department may, in addition to any other disciplinary action permitted by this Act, refuse to issue, suspend, or revoke a canine handler authorization card if the applicant or holder has been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor involving cruelty to animals or for a violation of this Act or rules adopted under this Act.

(e) Notwithstanding any other provision of this Section, an agency may employ a person in a temporary capacity as a canine handler if each of the following conditions are met:

(1) The agency completes in its entirety and submits to the Department an application for a canine handler registration card, including the required fees.

(2) The agency exercises due diligence to ensure that the person is qualified under the requirements of the Act to be issued a canine handler registration card.

(Source: P.A. 95-613, eff. 9-11-07.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-42)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-42. Canine handler authorization; training requirements. The Department shall, pursuant to rule, approve or disapprove training programs for the canine handler training course, which shall be taught by a qualified instructor. Qualifications for instructors shall be set by rule. The canine handler training course must be conducted by a licensee under this Act and approved by the Department. A canine handler course must consist of each of the following minimum requirements:

(1) One hundred hours of basic training, which shall include the following subjects:

(A) canine handling safety procedures;

(B) basic veterinary health and wellness principles, including canine first aid;

(C) principles of canine conditioning;

(D) canine obedience techniques;

(E) search patterns and techniques; and

(F) legal guidelines affecting canine odor detection operations.

(2) Eighty hours of additional training related to the particular canine discipline in which the canine and canine handler are to be trained, including without limitation patrol, narcotics odor detection, explosives odor detection, and cadaver odor detection.

(3) An examination given at the completion of the course, which shall consist of a canine practical qualification course and a written examination. Successful completion of the examination shall be determined by the canine training facility.

(Source: P.A. 95-613, eff. 9-11-07.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-43)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-43. Requirement of a canine trainer authorization card; qualifications.

(a) No person may perform duties that include the training of canine handlers and canines to protect persons or property or to conduct investigations without having been issued a valid canine trainer authorization card by the Department.

(b) No employer shall employ any person to perform the duties for which employee registration is required under this Act and allow that person to train canine handlers and canines unless that person has been issued a canine trainer authorization card.

(c) The Department shall issue a canine trainer authorization card to a person who (i) has passed an approved canine trainer training course, (ii) is currently employed by an agency licensed under this Act, and (iii) has met all of the applicable requirements of this Act. Application for the canine trainer authorization card shall be made by the employer to the Department on forms provided by the Department. The Department shall forward the card to the employer who shall be responsible for its issuance to the employee.

(d) The Department may, in addition to any other disciplinary action permitted by this Act, refuse to issue, suspend, or revoke a canine trainer authorization card if the applicant or holder has been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor involving cruelty to animals or for a violation of this Act or rules promulgated under this Act.

(e) Qualifications for canine trainers shall be set by the Department by rule.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/35-45)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 35-45. Armed proprietary security force.

(a) All financial institutions or commercial or industrial operations that employ one or more armed employees shall register their security forces with the Department on forms provided by the Department. Registration subjects the security force to all of the requirements of Section 35-40. For the purposes of this Section, "financial institution" includes a bank, savings and loan association, credit union, currency exchange, or company providing armored car services.

(b) All armed employees of the registered proprietary security force must complete a 20-hour basic training course and all the firearm training requirements of Section 35-40.

(c) Every proprietary security force is required to apply to the Department, on forms supplied by the Department, for a firearm control card for each armed employee. Each armed employee shall have the employee's fingerprints submitted to the Department of State Police in an electronic format that complies with the form and manner for requesting and furnishing criminal history record information as prescribed by the Department of State Police. These fingerprints shall be checked against the Department of State Police and Federal Bureau of Investigation criminal history record databases. The Department of State Police shall charge the armed employee a fee for conducting the criminal history records check, which shall be deposited in the State Police Services Fund and shall not exceed the actual cost of the records check. The Department of State Police shall furnish, pursuant to positive identification, records of Illinois convictions to the Department. The Department may require armed employees to pay a separate fingerprinting fee, either to the Department or directly to the vendor. The Department, in its discretion, may allow an armed employee who does not have reasonable access to a designated vendor to provide the employee's fingerprints in an alternative manner. The Department, in its discretion, may also use other procedures in performing or obtaining criminal background checks of armed employees. Instead of submitting the employee's fingerprints, an individual may submit proof that is satisfactory to the Department that an equivalent security clearance has been conducted. Also, an individual who has retired as a peace officer within 12 months before application may submit verification, on forms provided by the Department and signed by the employee's employer, of the employee's previous full-time employment as a peace officer.

(d) The Department may provide rules for the administration of this Section.

(Source: P.A. 102-152, eff. 1-1-22; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 40 heading) ARTICLE 40. DISCIPLINARY PROVISIONS. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/40-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 40-5. Injunctive relief.

(a) The practice of a private detective, private security contractor, private alarm contractor, fingerprint vendor, locksmith, private detective agency, private security contractor agency, private alarm contractor agency, fingerprint vendor agency, or locksmith agency by any person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity that has not been issued a license by the Department or whose license has been suspended, revoked, or not renewed is hereby declared to be inimical to the public safety and welfare and to constitute a public nuisance. The Secretary may, in the name of the People of the State of Illinois through the Attorney General of the State of Illinois or the State's Attorney of any county in which the violation is alleged to have occurred in the State of Illinois, petition for an order enjoining the violation or for an order enforcing compliance with this Act. Upon the filing of a verified petition in court, if satisfied by affidavit or otherwise that the person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity is or has been conducting activities in violation of this Act, the court may enter a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction, without bond, enjoining the defendant from further activity. A copy of the verified complaint shall be served upon the defendant and the proceedings shall be conducted as in civil cases. If it is established the defendant has been or is conducting activities in violation of this Act, the court may enter a judgment enjoining the defendant from that activity. In case of violation of any injunctive order or judgment entered under this Section, the court may punish the offender for contempt of court. Injunctive proceedings shall be in addition to all other penalties under this Act.

(b) If any person practices as a private detective, private security contractor, private alarm contractor, fingerprint vendor, locksmith, private detective agency, private security contractor agency, private alarm contractor agency, fingerprint vendor agency, or locksmith agency or holds himself or herself out as such without having a valid license under this Act, then any licensee, any interested party, or any person injured thereby may, in addition to the Secretary, petition for relief as provided in subsection (a) of this Section. Reasonable attorney's fees and costs may be awarded to the licensee, interested party, or person injured if the licensee, interested party, or person injured successfully obtains injunctive relief, whether by consent or otherwise.

(Source: P.A. 102-418, eff. 8-20-21; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/40-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 40-10. Disciplinary sanctions.

(a) The Department may deny issuance, refuse to renew, or restore or may reprimand, place on probation, suspend, revoke, or take other disciplinary or non-disciplinary action against any license, registration, permanent employee registration card, canine handler authorization card, canine trainer authorization card, or firearm control card, may impose a fine not to exceed $10,000 for each violation, and may assess costs as provided for under Section 45-60, for any of the following:

(1) Fraud, deception, or misrepresentation in obtaining or renewing of a license or registration.

(2) Professional incompetence as manifested by poor standards of service.

(3) Engaging in dishonorable, unethical, or unprofessional conduct of a character likely to deceive, defraud, or harm the public.

(4) Conviction of or plea of guilty or plea of nolo contendere to a felony or misdemeanor in this State or any other jurisdiction or the entry of an administrative sanction by a government agency in this State or any other jurisdiction; action taken under this paragraph (4) for a misdemeanor or an administrative sanction is limited to a misdemeanor or administrative sanction that has as an essential element of dishonesty or fraud or involves larceny, embezzlement, or obtaining money, property, or credit by false pretenses or by means of a confidence game.

(5) Performing any services in a grossly negligent manner or permitting any of a licensee's employees to perform services in a grossly negligent manner, regardless of whether actual damage to the public is established.

(6) Continued practice, although the person has become unfit to practice due to any of the following:

(A) Physical illness, mental illness, or other impairment, including, but not limited to, deterioration through the aging process or loss of motor skills that results in the inability to serve the public with reasonable judgment, skill, or safety.

(B) (Blank).

(C) Habitual or excessive use or abuse of drugs defined in law as controlled substances, alcohol, or any other substance that results in the inability to practice with reasonable judgment, skill, or safety.

(7) Receiving, directly or indirectly, compensation for any services not rendered.

(8) Willfully deceiving or defrauding the public on a material matter.

(9) Failing to account for or remit any moneys or documents coming into the licensee's possession that belong to another person or entity.

(10) Discipline by another United States jurisdiction, foreign nation, or governmental agency, if at least one of the grounds for the discipline is the same or substantially equivalent to those set forth in this Act.

(11) Giving differential treatment to a person that is to that person's detriment because of race, color, creed, sex, religion, or national origin.

(12) Engaging in false or misleading advertising.

(13) Aiding, assisting, or willingly permitting another person to violate this Act or rules promulgated under it.

(14) Performing and charging for services without authorization to do so from the person or entity serviced.

(15) Directly or indirectly offering or accepting any benefit to or from any employee, agent, or fiduciary without the consent of the latter's employer or principal with intent to or the understanding that this action will influence the person's conduct in relation to the person's employer's or principal's affairs.

(16) Violation of any disciplinary order imposed on a licensee by the Department.

(17) Performing any act or practice that is a violation of this Act or the rules for the administration of this Act, or having a conviction or administrative finding of guilty as a result of violating any federal or State laws, rules, or regulations that apply exclusively to the practices of private detectives, private alarm contractors, private security contractors, fingerprint vendors, or locksmiths.

(18) Owning, operating, or managing an agency without a valid license.

(19) Revealing confidential information, except as required by law, including but not limited to information available under Section 2-123 of the Illinois Vehicle Code.

(20) Failing to make available to the Department, upon request, any books, records, or forms required by this Act.

(21) Failing, within 30 days, to respond to a written request for information from the Department.

(22) Failing to provide employment information or experience information required by the Department regarding an applicant for licensure.

(23) Failing to make available to the Department at the time of the request any indicia of licensure or registration issued under this Act.

(24) Purporting to be a licensee-in-charge of an agency without active participation in the agency.

(25) A finding by the Department that the licensee, after having the licensee's license placed on probationary status, has violated the terms of probation.

(26) Violating subsection (f) of Section 30-30.

(27) A firearm control card holder having more firearms in the holder's immediate possession than the holder can reasonably exercise control over.

(28) Failure to report in writing to the Department, within 60 days of an entry of a settlement or a verdict in excess of $10,000, any legal action in which the quality of the licensee's or registrant's professional services was the subject of the legal action.

(b) All fines imposed under this Section shall be paid within 60 days after the effective date of the order imposing the fine.

(c) The Department shall adopt rules that set forth standards of service for the following: (i) acceptable error rate in the transmission of fingerprint images and other data to the Illinois State Police; (ii) acceptable error rate in the collection and documentation of information used to generate fingerprint work orders; and (iii) any other standard of service that affects fingerprinting services as determined by the Department.

The determination by a circuit court that a licensee is subject to involuntary admission or judicial admission, as provided in the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code, operates as an automatic suspension. The suspension will end only upon a finding by a court that the patient is no longer subject to involuntary admission or judicial admission and the issuance of an order so finding and discharging the patient.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21; 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/40-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 40-15. Suspension or revocation of permanent employee registration card. Individuals registered as employees pursuant to the provisions of Section 35-30 of this Act shall be subject to the disciplinary sanctions of this Act and shall otherwise comply with this Act and the rules promulgated under it. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Act to the contrary, registered employees of an agency shall not be responsible for compliance with any requirement that this Act assigns to the agency or the licensee-in-charge regardless of the employee's job title, job duties, or position in the agency. The procedures for disciplining a licensee shall also apply in taking action against a registered employee.

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03.)

(225 ILCS 447/40-20)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 40-20. Confidential information; violation. Any person who is or has been an employee of a licensee shall not divulge to anyone, other than to the person's employer, except as required by law or at the employer's direction, any confidential or proprietary information acquired during the person's employment. Any individual who violates this Section or who files false papers or reports to the person's employer may be disciplined under Section 40-10 of this Act.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/40-25)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 40-25. Submission to physical or mental examination.

(a) The Department or Board upon a showing of a possible violation may compel an individual licensed to practice under this Act, or who has applied for licensure under this Act, to submit to a mental or physical examination, or both, which may include a substance abuse or sexual offender evaluation, as required by and at the expense of the Department. The Department or Board shall specifically designate the examining physician licensed to practice medicine in all of its branches or, if applicable, the multidisciplinary team involved in providing the mental or physical examination, evaluation, or both. The multidisciplinary team shall be led by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all of its branches and may consist of one or more or a combination of physicians licensed to practice medicine in all of its branches, licensed chiropractic physicians, licensed clinical psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, licensed clinical professional counselors, and other professional and administrative staff. Any examining physician or member of the multidisciplinary team may require any person ordered to submit to an examination and evaluation pursuant to this Section to submit to any additional supplemental testing deemed necessary to complete any examination or evaluation process, including, but not limited to, blood testing, urinalysis, psychological testing, or neuropsychological testing. The Department or the Board may order the examining physician or any member of the multidisciplinary team to provide to the Department any and all records, including business records, that relate to the examination and evaluation, including any supplemental testing performed. The Department or the Board may order the examining physician or any member of the multidisciplinary team to present testimony concerning this examination and evaluation of the licensee or applicant, including testimony concerning any supplemental testing or documents relating to the examination and evaluation. No information, report, record, or other documents in any way related to the examination and evaluation shall be excluded by reason of any common law or statutory privilege relating to communication between the licensee or applicant and the examining physician or any member of the multidisciplinary team. No authorization is necessary from the licensee or applicant ordered to undergo an evaluation and examination for the examining physician or any member of the multidisciplinary team to provide information, reports, records, or other documents or to provide any testimony regarding the examination and evaluation. The individual to be examined may have, at the individual's own expense, another physician of the individual's choice present during all aspects of this examination. Failure of an individual to submit to a mental or physical examination, or both, when directed, shall result in automatic suspension without hearing, until such time as the individual submits to the examination.

(b) In instances in which the Secretary immediately suspends a person's license for the person's failure to submit to a mental or physical examination when directed, a hearing on that person's license must be convened by the Department within 15 days after the suspension and completed without appreciable delay.

(c) In instances in which the Secretary otherwise suspends a person's license pursuant to the results of a compelled mental or physical examination, a hearing on that person's license must be convened by the Department within 15 days after the suspension and completed without appreciable delay. The Department and Board shall have the authority to review the subject individual's record of treatment and counseling regarding the impairment to the extent permitted by applicable federal statutes and regulations safeguarding the confidentiality of medical records.

(d) An individual licensed under this Act and affected under this Section shall be afforded an opportunity to demonstrate to the Department or Board that the individual can resume practice in compliance with acceptable and prevailing standards under the provisions of the individual's license.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/40-30)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 40-30. Insufficient funds; checks. A person who delivers a check or other payment to the Department that is returned to the Department unpaid by the financial institution upon which it was drawn shall pay to the Department, in addition to the amount already owed, a penalty of $50. The Department shall notify the person by first class mail that the person's check or payment was returned and that the person shall pay to the Department by certified check or money order the amount of the returned check plus a $50 penalty within 30 calendar days after the date of the notification. If, after the expiration of 30 calendar days of the notification, the person has failed to remit the necessary funds and penalty, the Department shall automatically terminate the license or deny the application without a hearing. If the returned check or other payment was for issuance of a license under this Act and that person practices as a licensee, that person may be subject to discipline for unlicensed practice as provided in this Act. If, after termination or denial, the person seeks a license, the person shall petition the Department for restoration and the person may be subject to additional discipline or fines. The Secretary may waive the penalties or fines due under this Section in individual cases where the Secretary finds that the penalties or fines would be unreasonable or unnecessarily burdensome.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/40-35)

Sec. 40-35. (Repealed).

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13. Repealed by P.A. 100-872, eff. 8-14-18.)

(225 ILCS 447/40-40)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 40-40. Nonpayment of child support. In cases where the Department of Healthcare and Family Services (formerly Department of Public Aid) or any circuit court has previously determined that a licensee or a potential licensee is more than 30 days delinquent in the payment of child support and has subsequently certified the delinquency to the Department, the Department may refuse to issue or renew or may revoke or suspend that person's license or may take other disciplinary action against that person based solely upon the certification of delinquency made by the Department of Healthcare and Family Services in accordance with item (5) of subsection (a) of Section 2105-15 of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/40-45)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 40-45. Failure to file a tax return. The Department may refuse to issue or may suspend, without a hearing as provided for in the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois, the license of any person, firm, or other entity that fails to file a tax return, or pay a tax, penalty, or interest shown in a filed return, or to pay any final assessment of a tax, penalty, or interest, as required by any law administered by the Department of Revenue until the requirements of the law are satisfied in accordance with subsection (g) of Section 2105-15 of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/40-50)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 40-50. Statute of limitations. No action may be taken under this Act against a person or entity licensed under this Act unless the action is commenced within 5 years after the occurrence of the alleged violations. A continuing violation shall be deemed to have occurred on the date when the circumstances last existed that give rise to the alleged violation.

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 45 heading) ARTICLE 45. INVESTIGATION AND HEARING PROVISIONS (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/45-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-10. Complaints; investigations; hearings.

(a) The Department may investigate the actions of any applicant or of any person or persons holding or claiming to hold a license or registration under this Act.

(b) The Department shall, before disciplining a licensee under Section 40-10 or refusing to issue or license, at least 30 days before the date set for the hearing, (i) notify the accused in writing of the charges made and the time and place for the hearing on the charges, (ii) direct the accused to file a written answer to the charges under oath within 20 days after service, and (iii) inform the applicant or licensee that failure to answer will result in a default being entered against the applicant or licensee.

(c) At the time and place fixed in the notice, the Board or the hearing officer appointed by the Secretary shall proceed to hear the charges, and the parties or their counsel shall be accorded ample opportunity to present any pertinent statements, testimony, evidence, and arguments. The Board or hearing officer may continue the hearing from time to time. In case the person, after receiving the notice, fails to file an answer, the person's license may, in the discretion of the Secretary, having first received the recommendation of the Board, be suspended, revoked, or placed on probationary status, or be subject to whatever disciplinary action the Secretary considers proper, including limiting the scope, nature, or extent of the person's practice or the imposition of a fine, without hearing, if the act or acts charged constitute sufficient grounds for that action under this Act.

(d) The written notice and any notice in the subsequent proceeding may be served by regular or certified mail to the licensee's address of record or electronically to the licensee's email address of record, or, if in the course of the administrative proceeding the party has previously designated a specific email address at which to accept electronic service for that specific proceeding, by sending a copy by email to the party's email address on record.

(e) The Secretary has the authority to appoint any attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois to serve as the hearing officer in any action for refusal to issue, restore, or renew a license or to discipline a licensee. The hearing officer has full authority to conduct the hearing.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-15. Hearing; rehearing.

(a) The Board or the hearing officer authorized by the Department shall hear evidence in support of the formal charges and evidence produced by the licensee. At the conclusion of the hearing, the Board shall present to the Secretary a written report of its findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommendations. The report shall contain a finding of whether the accused person violated this Act or failed to comply with the conditions required in this Act. The Board shall specify the nature of the violation or failure to comply and shall make its recommendation to the Secretary.

(b) At the conclusion of the hearing, a copy of the Board or hearing officer's report shall be served upon the applicant or licensee by the Department, either personally or as provided in this Act for the service of a notice of hearing. Within 20 calendar days after service, the applicant or licensee may present to the Secretary a motion in writing for a rehearing, which shall specify the particular grounds for rehearing. The Department may respond to the motion for rehearing within 20 calendar days after its service on the Department. If no motion for rehearing is filed, then upon the expiration of the time specified for filing such a motion, or upon denial of a motion for rehearing, the Secretary may enter an order in accordance with the recommendations of the Board or hearing officer. If the applicant or licensee orders from the reporting service and pays for a transcript of the record within the time for filing a motion for rehearing, the 20-day period within which a motion may be filed shall commence upon the delivery of the transcript to the applicant or licensee.

(c) If the Secretary disagrees in any regard with the report of the Board or the hearing officer, the Secretary may issue an order contrary to the report. The finding is not admissible in evidence against the person in a criminal prosecution brought for the violation of this Act, but the hearing and findings are not a bar to a criminal prosecution for the violation of this Act.

(d) Whenever the Secretary is not satisfied that substantial justice has been done, the Secretary may order a rehearing by the same or another hearing officer.

(e) All proceedings under this Section are matters of public record and shall be preserved.

(f) Upon the suspension or revocation of a license, the licensee shall surrender the license to the Department and, upon failure to do so, the Department shall seize the same.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-20)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-20. Summary suspension of a license. The Secretary may summarily suspend a license without a hearing, simultaneously with the initiation of the procedure for a hearing provided for in this Act, if the Secretary finds that the public interest, safety, or welfare requires such emergency action. If the Secretary summarily suspends a license without a hearing, a hearing by the Department shall be held within 30 days after the suspension has occurred. The suspended licensee may seek a continuance of the hearing, during which time the suspension shall remain in effect. The proceeding shall be concluded without appreciable delay. If the Department does not hold a hearing within 30 days after the date of suspension and the suspended licensee did not seek a continuance, the licensee's license shall be automatically reinstated.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-25)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-25. Disposition by consent order. At any point in any investigation or disciplinary proceeding provided for in the Act, both parties may agree to a negotiated consent order. The consent order shall be final upon signature of the Secretary.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-30)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-30. Restoration of license after disciplinary proceedings. At any time after the successful completion of a term of indefinite probation, indefinite suspension, or revocation of a license, the Department may restore it to the licensee, unless, after an investigation and a hearing, the Secretary determines that restoration is not in the public interest. No person or entity whose license, registration, or authority has been revoked as authorized in this Act may apply for restoration of that license, registration, or authority until such time as provided for in the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-35)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-35. Cease and desist orders. Whenever the Department has reason to believe a person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity has violated any provision of Section 10-5, the Department may issue a rule to show cause why an order to cease and desist should not be entered against that person, firm, corporation, or other legal entity. The rule shall clearly set forth the grounds relied upon by the Department and shall provide a period of 7 days from the date of the rule to file an answer to the satisfaction of the Department. Failure to answer to the satisfaction of the Department shall cause an order to cease and desist to be issued immediately.

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-40)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-40. Administrative review. All final administrative decisions of the Department are subject to judicial review under Article III of the Code of Civil Procedure. The term "administrative decision" is defined as in Section 3-101 of the Code of Civil Procedure. The proceedings for judicial review shall be commenced in the circuit court of the county in which the party applying for review resides; but if the party is not a resident of Illinois, the venue shall be in Sangamon County. The Department shall not be required to certify any record to the court or file any answer in court or otherwise appear in any court in a judicial review proceeding, unless and until the Department has received from the plaintiff payment of the costs of furnishing and certifying the record, which costs shall be determined by the Department. Failure on the part of the applicant or licensee to file a receipt in court is grounds for dismissal of the action. During all judicial proceedings incident to a disciplinary action, the sanctions imposed upon a licensee by the Department shall remain in effect, unless the court determines justice requires a stay of the order.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-45)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-45. Prima facie proof. An order or a certified copy thereof, over the seal of the Department and purporting to be signed by the Secretary, is prima facie proof that:

(1) the signature is that of the Secretary; and

(2) the Secretary is qualified to act.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-50)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-50. Unlicensed practice; fraud in obtaining a license.

(a) A person who violates any of the following provisions shall be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor; a person who commits a second or subsequent violation of these provisions is guilty of a Class 4 felony:

(1) The practice of or attempted practice of or holding out as available to practice as a private detective, private security contractor, private alarm contractor, fingerprint vendor, or locksmith without a license.

(2) Operation of or attempt to operate a private detective agency, private security contractor agency, private alarm contractor agency, fingerprint vendor agency, or locksmith agency without ever having been issued a valid agency license.

(3) The obtaining of or the attempt to obtain any license or authorization issued under this Act by fraudulent misrepresentation.

(b) Whenever a licensee is convicted of a felony related to the violations set forth in this Section, the clerk of the court in any jurisdiction shall promptly report the conviction to the Department and the Department shall immediately revoke any license as a private detective, private security contractor, private alarm contractor, fingerprint vendor, or locksmith held by that licensee. The individual shall not be eligible for licensure under this Act until at least 10 years have elapsed since the time of full discharge from any sentence imposed for a felony conviction. If any person in making any oath or affidavit required by this Act swears falsely, the person is guilty of perjury and may be punished accordingly.

(c) In addition to any other penalty provided by law, a person, licensed or unlicensed, who violates any provision of this Section shall pay a civil penalty to the Department in an amount not to exceed $10,000 for each offense, as determined by the Department. The civil penalty shall be imposed in accordance with this Act. The civil penalty shall be paid within 60 days after the effective date of the order imposing the civil penalty. The order constitutes a judgment and may be filed and executed in the same manner as any judgment from any court of record.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-55)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-55. Subpoenas.

(a) The Department may subpoena and bring before it any person to take the oral or written testimony or compel the production of any books, papers, records, or any other documents that the Secretary or the Secretary's designee deems relevant or material to any such investigation or hearing conducted by the Department with the same fees and in the same manner as prescribed in civil cases in the courts of this State.

(b) Any circuit court, upon the application of the applicant, licensee, or Department, may order the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant documents, files, records, books and papers in connection with any hearing or investigation. The circuit court may compel obedience to its order by proceedings for contempt.

(c) The Secretary, the hearing officer, any member of the Board, or a certified shorthand court reporter may administer oaths at any hearing the Department conducts. Notwithstanding any other statute or Department rule to the contrary, all requests for testimony, production of documents or records shall be in accordance with this Act.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/45-60)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 45-60. Stenographers. The Department, at its expense, shall provide a stenographer to preserve a record of all formal hearing proceedings if a license may be revoked, suspended, or placed on probationary status or other disciplinary action is taken. Any registrant or licensee who is found to have violated this Act or who fails to appear for a hearing to refuse to issue, restore, or renew a license or to discipline a licensee may be required by the Department to pay for the costs of the proceeding. These costs are limited to costs for court reporters, transcripts, and witness attendance and mileage fees. The Secretary may waive payment of costs by a registrant or licensee in whole or in part where there is an undue financial hardship.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 50 heading) ARTICLE 50. ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/50-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 50-5. Personnel; investigators. The Secretary shall employ, pursuant to the Personnel Code, personnel, on a full-time or part-time basis, for the enforcement of this Act. Each investigator shall have a minimum of 2 years investigative experience out of the immediately preceding 5 years. No investigator may hold an active license issued pursuant to this Act, nor may an investigator have a financial interest in a business licensed under this Act. This prohibition, however, does not apply to an investigator holding stock in a business licensed under this Act, provided the investigator does not hold more than 5% of the stock in the business. Any person licensed under this Act who is employed by the Department shall surrender the person's license to the Department for the duration of that employment. The licensee shall be exempt from all renewal fees while employed. While employed by the Department, the licensee is not required to maintain the general liability insurance coverage required by this Act.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/50-10)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 50-10. The Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Board.

(a) The Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Board shall consist of 13 members appointed by the Secretary and comprised of 2 licensed private detectives, 3 licensed private security contractors, one licensed private detective or licensed private security contractor who provides canine odor detection services, 2 licensed private alarm contractors, one licensed fingerprint vendor, 2 licensed locksmiths, one public member who is not licensed or registered under this Act and who has no connection with a business licensed under this Act, and one member representing the employees registered under this Act. Each member shall be a resident of Illinois. Each licensed member shall have at least 5 years experience as a licensee in the professional area in which the person is licensed and be in good standing and actively engaged in that profession. In making appointments, the Secretary shall consider the recommendations of the professionals and the professional organizations representing the licensees. The membership shall reasonably reflect the different geographic areas in Illinois.

(b) Members shall serve 4-year terms and may serve until their successors are appointed. No member shall serve for more than 2 successive terms. Appointments to fill vacancies shall be made in the same manner as the original appointments for the unexpired portion of the vacated term.

(c) A member of the Board may be removed for cause. A member subject to formal disciplinary proceedings shall disqualify oneself from all Board business until the charge is resolved. A member also shall disqualify oneself from any matter on which the member cannot act objectively.

(d) Members shall receive compensation as set by law. Each member shall receive reimbursement as set by the Governor's Travel Control Board for expenses incurred in carrying out the duties as a Board member.

(e) A majority of Board members constitutes a quorum. A majority vote of the quorum is required for a decision.

(f) The Board shall elect a chairperson and vice chairperson annually.

(g) Board members are not liable for their acts, omissions, decisions, or other conduct in connection with their duties on the Board, except those determined to be willful, wanton, or intentional misconduct.

(h) The Board may recommend policies, procedures, and rules relevant to the administration and enforcement of this Act.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/50-15)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 50-15. Powers and duties of the Department. Subject to the provisions of this Act, the Department may exercise the following powers and duties:

(1) Prescribe forms to be issued for the administration and enforcement of this Act.

(2) Authorize examinations to ascertain the qualifications and fitness of applicants for licensing as a locksmith, private alarm contractor, private detective, or private security contractor and pass upon the qualifications of applicants for licensure.

(3) Examine the records of licensees or investigate any other aspect of fingerprint vending, locksmithing, private alarm contracting, private security contracting, or practicing as a private detective that is relevant to the Department's investigation or hearing.

(4) Conduct hearings on proceedings to refuse to issue or renew licenses or to revoke, suspend, place on probation, reprimand, or otherwise discipline a license under this Act or take other non-disciplinary action.

(5) Adopt rules required for the administration of this Act.

(6) (Blank).

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/50-20)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 50-20. Rules. The Department may promulgate rules for the administration and enforcement of this Act. The rules shall include standards for registration, licensure, professional conduct, and discipline. The Department shall consult with the Board prior to promulgating any rule. Proposed rules shall be transmitted, prior to publication in the Illinois Register, to the Board and the Department shall review the Board's recommendations.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/50-25)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 50-25. Home rule. Pursuant to paragraph (h) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970, the power to regulate the private detective, private security, private alarm, fingerprint vending, or locksmith business or their employees shall be exercised exclusively by the State and may not be exercised by any unit of local government, including home rule units.

(Source: P.A. 95-613, eff. 9-11-07.)

(225 ILCS 447/50-30)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 50-30. Fees; deposit of fees and fines. The Department shall by rule provide for fees for the administration and enforcement of this Act, and those fees are nonrefundable. Applicants for examination shall be required to pay a fee to either the Department or the designated testing service to cover the cost of providing the examination. If an applicant fails to appear for the examination on the scheduled date at the time and place specified by the Department or designated testing service, then the applicant's examination fee shall be forfeited. All of the fees and fines collected under this Act shall be deposited into the General Professions Dedicated Fund and be appropriated to the Department for the ordinary and contingent expenses of the Department in the administration and enforcement of this Act.

(Source: P.A. 96-1445, eff. 8-20-10.)

(225 ILCS 447/50-35)

Sec. 50-35. (Repealed).

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03. Repealed by P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/50-40)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 50-40. Rights and obligations. All rights and obligations incurred and any actions commenced under the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Locksmith Act of 1993 shall not be impaired by the enactment of this Act. Rules adopted under the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Locksmith Act of 1993, unless inconsistent with this Act, shall remain in effect until amended or revoked. All licenses issued by the Department permitting the holder to act as a private detective, private detective agency, private security contractor, private security contractor agency, private alarm contractor, private alarm contractor agency, locksmith, or locksmith agency that are valid on the effective date of this Act shall be considered valid under this Act. All licenses issued under the Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Locksmith Act of 1993 are valid and are subject to the same authority of the Department to revoke or suspend them as licenses issued under this Act.

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03.)

(225 ILCS 447/50-45)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 50-45. Illinois Administrative Procedure Act; application. The Illinois Administrative Procedure Act is expressly adopted and incorporated in this Act as if all of the provisions of that Act were included in this Act, except that the provision of paragraph (d) of Section 10-65 of the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act, which provides that at hearings the registrant or licensee has the right to show compliance with all lawful requirements for retention or continuation or renewal of the license, is specifically excluded. For the purpose of this Act, the notice required under Section 10-25 of the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act is considered sufficient when mailed to the address of record or sent electronically to the email address of record or, if in the course of the administrative proceeding the party has previously designated a specific email address at which to accept electronic service for that specific proceeding, by sending a copy by email to the party's email address on record.

(Source: P.A. 103-309, eff. 1-1-24.)

(225 ILCS 447/50-50)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 50-50. Confidentiality. All information collected by the Department in the course of an examination or investigation of a licensee or applicant, including, but not limited to, any complaint against a licensee filed with the Department and information collected to investigate any such complaint, shall be maintained for the confidential use of the Department and shall not be disclosed. The Department shall not disclose the information to anyone other than law enforcement officials, regulatory agencies that have an appropriate regulatory interest as determined by the Secretary, or a party presenting a lawful subpoena to the Department. Information and documents disclosed to a federal, State, county, or local law enforcement agency shall not be disclosed by the agency for any purpose to any other agency or person. A formal complaint filed against a licensee by the Department or any order issued by the Department against a licensee or applicant shall be a public record, except as otherwise prohibited by law.

(Source: P.A. 98-253, eff. 8-9-13.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 90 heading) ARTICLE 90. AMENDATORY PROVISIONS.

(225 ILCS 447/90-5)

Sec. 90-5. (Amendatory provisions; text omitted).

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03; text omitted.)

(225 ILCS 447/90-10)

Sec. 90-10. (Amendatory provisions; text omitted).

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03; text omitted.)

(225 ILCS 447/90-15)

Sec. 90-15. (Amendatory provision; text omitted).

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03; text omitted.)

(225 ILCS 447/90-20)

Sec. 90-20. The Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Locksmith Act of 1993 is repealed.

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03.)

(225 ILCS 447/90-25)

Sec. 90-25. (Amendatory provisions; text omitted).

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03; text omitted.)

(225 ILCS 447/90-30)

Sec. 90-30. (Amendatory provisions; text omitted).

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03; text omitted.)

(225 ILCS 447/90-35)

Sec. 90-35. (Amendatory provisions; text omitted).

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03; text omitted.)

(225 ILCS 447/Art. 99 heading) ARTICLE 99. EFFECTIVE DATE. (Article scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

(225 ILCS 447/99-5)

(Section scheduled to be repealed on January 1, 2029)

Sec. 99-5. Effective date. This Act takes effect upon becoming law.

(Source: P.A. 93-438, eff. 8-5-03.)