Florida Class D Security Licence Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (11–20)

Question 1

Florida Chapter 493 requires that Class D security officers complete continuing education or re-training upon license renewal. The primary purpose of this requirement is to:

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Keep officers current on legal standards and best practices. Continuing education ensures officers remain informed about changes in law, emerging threats, and professional standards—protecting both the public and the officers themselves.

Question 2

Under Chapter 493, which of the following is required on a Florida Class D security officer's uniform?

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The name of the licensed security agency employing the officer. Chapter 493 requires that the employing agency's name be clearly displayed on the officer's uniform to distinguish private security from law enforcement.

Question 3

A licensed security officer in Florida must immediately notify FDACS if they are:

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Arrested for a crime. Chapter 493 requires licensees to report arrests or criminal charges to FDACS, which may affect the status of their license.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes an 'unarmed' Class D security officer under Florida law?

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An officer who does not carry a firearm while on duty. A Class D officer who does not hold a Class G firearms license must not carry a firearm on duty. The term 'unarmed' specifically refers to the absence of a firearm.

Question 5

Chapter 493 F.S. prohibits a security officer from advertising or implying that they have law enforcement powers. Violating this prohibition could result in:

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License revocation, fines, or criminal charges. Misrepresenting one's authority as law enforcement is a serious violation under Chapter 493 that can result in license revocation, civil liability, and criminal impersonation charges.

Question 6

An unlicensed individual who is hired by a security agency and works as a guard without a Class D license exposes the hiring agency to:

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Fines, license suspension, and possible criminal liability under Chapter 493. Employing an unlicensed officer is a violation of Chapter 493. The agency—not just the individual—can face significant administrative and criminal penalties.

Question 7

Chapter 493 requires security officers to undergo a Level 2 background check, which includes:

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Fingerprinting and criminal history check at the state and federal level. A Level 2 background check involves fingerprint-based criminal history searches through FDLE and the FBI—one of Florida's most thorough background screening levels.

Question 8

Florida Chapter 493 specifies that security officers must not carry a weapon that is not authorized by their license. An unarmed Class D officer who carries a firearm on duty is subject to:

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Criminal charges and license revocation. Carrying a firearm without the required Class G license is a criminal offense under Chapter 493, regardless of whether the weapon is loaded.

Question 9

Under Ch.493, when an agency's manager or qualifier leaves, within how many days must the agency notify FDACS and designate a replacement before its license is affected?

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10 days. Ch.493 requires the agency to notify the Division within 10 days when the manager/qualifier changes; a Class MB manager license is required to operate. 45/90/180 days are not the statutory window and would leave the agency operating without a required qualifier.

Question 10

Florida Ch.493 allows the Department to issue which of the following to a person whose application is pending, permitting limited work while the background check completes?

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A temporary license/permit pending application. FDACS may issue a temporary Class D license/permit while the application is processed, letting the person work pending full approval. It does not waive training, grant armed authority, or constitute out-of-state reciprocity.

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