Texas DPS Level III Armed Security Officer Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (11–20)

Question 1

Texas DPS PSB may conduct unannounced inspections of a security company's records. This authority is granted by:

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Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1702. Chapter 1702 of the Texas Occupations Code grants DPS PSB the authority to inspect security company records, equipment, and personnel credentials without prior notice.

Question 2

A Texas commissioned security officer's uniform must display:

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A badge and the word 'SECURITY' clearly visible. Texas PSB rules require that a commissioned officer in uniform display their badge and the word 'SECURITY' on their uniform so the public can identify them as security — not law enforcement.

Question 3

Continuing education for a Level III renewal in Texas must include:

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Firearm qualification and classroom training hours. Level III renewal requires both firearm re-qualification (range training) and the required classroom continuing education hours as set by Texas PSB.

Question 4

When a commissioned officer changes employers, they must:

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Notify DPS PSB of the change of employment. Texas PSB requires officers to report changes in employment so that accurate records are maintained. The commission card belongs to the officer, not the employer.

Question 5

A security company that knowingly employs an unlicensed person to perform security work is subject to:

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Criminal penalties and license revocation. Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1702 provides for criminal penalties and potential license revocation for security companies that knowingly employ unlicensed individuals in security roles.

Question 6

A security officer working in Texas must be at least how old to hold a Level III commission?

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18 years old. Texas PSB requires applicants for a Level III Commissioned license to be at least 18 years of age. Additional requirements include background check and training completion.

Question 7

Texas PSB requires a security company's management license holder to do which of the following?

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Ensure all commissioned personnel are properly licensed and trained. A licensed security company manager is responsible for ensuring all commissioned security officers are properly licensed and have completed required training before performing security duties.

Question 8

Under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1702, who must submit fingerprints as part of the Level III license application?

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Every individual applicant for a Level III commission must submit fingerprints to DPS for a criminal background check. Under Texas Occupations Code Ch. 1702, all individual applicants for a security officer commission (including Level III) must submit fingerprints to DPS PSB for a criminal history background check. There are no exceptions based on prior record.

Question 9

What is the required background check process for a Level III applicant in Texas?

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DPS PSB conducts a fingerprint-based criminal history check through DPS and the FBI. DPS PSB runs fingerprint-based checks through both Texas DPS and the FBI's national database. Self-certification or local-only checks do not satisfy the statutory requirement.

Question 10

Does Texas DPS PSB issue temporary or interim licenses to Level III applicants while their full application is being processed?

TheoryPractice · Accepted Answer

No, Texas DPS PSB does not issue temporary or interim Level III commissions; applicants must wait for full approval before working armed. Texas DPS PSB does not issue temporary or interim armed security officer commissions. Applicants must receive full approval before carrying a firearm on duty.

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