Laws + Statues

Official Texas DPS page for security officer licensing and regulation

Portal for applications, renewals, and managing security licenses.

The legal framework governing private security officers in Texas

Texas administrative rules for private security professionals

Essential legal knowledge for armed security officers

Full Texas Occupations Code Section 1702

Books + Articles

A must-read for understanding the legal side of private security and liability

Focuses on unarmed combatives and weapons retention tactics for security professionals

A field manual covering conflict resolution, patrol procedures, and professional conduct

A foundational guide for security officers, covering legal, tactical, and ethical responsibilities

Equipment, gear + tactical training

A guide to choosing the right Level II or Level III retention holsters

NIJ-rated body armor options for different security environments

Legal knife carry options and defensive techniques

De-escalation & conflict resolution skills for private security officers