All security agents are required to have a certificate to work in Lenexa, issued by the Lenexa Police Department.
How to obtain a permit
Permits are processed at any time of day. New agents and renewals must provide a signed/notarized affidavit and completed application for permit supplied by the guard company. The guard company must hold a business license to operate in the city.
The signed/notarized affidavit supplied by the guard company will verify that each security agent has been subjected to a complete and diligent background investigation to determine if they meet the minimum requirements of the city. The Lenexa Police Department does not conduct this background investigation.
Requirements
To obtain a permit, you must:
- be at least 18 years of age
- be lawfully eligible to work in the U.S.
- have not been convicted of any felony
- not be required to be registered under the Kansas Offender Registration Act
- hold a valid driver’s license, if driving is a job requirement
- read and write English
- be employed by the security service making the certification
Applicants must also be clear of any of the following offenses within the last five years:
- Illegally using, carrying or possessing a dangerous weapon
- possession of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
- battery
- obstructing, resisting or interfering with officials
- theft
- lewd and lascivious behavior
Applicants must also not have two or more alcohol related convictions within the last five years, including but not limited to, the following offenses:
- driving or pedestrian under the influence
- minor in possession of alcohol or cereal malt beverage
- transporting an open container
Fees
A registration fee of $31 for a new agent or $21 for a renewal is required. These fees, paid by cash or check, will be applied per calendar year, Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, and are not pro-rated. Registration fees are non-refundable.
For more information
Contact the public service officer at 913.477.7371. See Lenexa City Ordinance 2-9-A-1 for Code reference.