State Board of Private Security Examiners public meetings in 2025

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners will convene a legislative committee meeting to review its statutory powers, duties, and administrative penalties, and to discuss proposed security and detector canine programs. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners will meet to review and discuss the status of Professional Security Agency Company License #507. The board may also enter an executive session to deliberate on matters related to a person's character, professional competence, or health.

• Review status of Professional Security Agency Company License #507
• Possible executive session under La. R.S. 42:17(A)(1)

The State Board of Private Security Examiners met on December 9, 2025. The board carried a motion regarding Professional Security Agency #507. The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 AM.

• Approved motion regarding Professional Security Agency #507 (5-0)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners meets to review minutes from its September 2025 meeting, receive committee reports, and vote on 15 consent agreements placing private security companies and individuals on probation. No new company or qualifying agent applications are scheduled for approval at this meeting.

• 15 consent agreements for probation of private security licenses (ERIC AMERLAND dba ACCEL PROTECTIVE SERVICES, MICHAEL STAMPS dba BIG BOY SECURITY SERVICES, FRANK RULH dba BLUE MARINE SECURITY, MICHAEL CANADY dba BRINKS, TAMIKA BROOKS dba BROOKS INTEGRITY LLC, MICHAEL DIBENEDETTO dba DIBENEDETTO SECURITY, KIMBERLY PICKNEY dba EAGLE-HAWK PREMIUM PROTECTION SERVICES LLC, EMANUEL SMITH III dba EDIFICE PROTECTION GROUP, VINCENT MODARELLI dba GARDAWORLD, CHRISTIAN MITCHELL dba HEALTHCARE SECURITY SERVICES, CLEVE GRANT dba JUSTICE SECURITIES, DANA SANDERS dba KINGDOM SECURITY, SOLOMON ONA dba PSC SECURITY GROUP LLC, BYRON REYNOLDS dba FIRST TECH SECURITY SERVICE, RANDALL WINSLOW dba STATEWIDE K9-UNIT PATROL ENFORCEMENT LLC, DYNETTE BURKE dba TECTUS SECURITY SERVICES, BRIAN LIGHTLE dba VISION QUEST SOLUTIONS INC)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The LSBPSE Legislative Committee will review the status of rule promulgation and revised legislation regarding the declaration of purpose. The body will also review and discuss various legal definitions within the private security law and the role of the Executive Director.

• Review of rule promulgation by Lisa Henson
• Review of revised legislation RS 37:3270.A and 3270.B
• Review of private security law short title in RS 37:3271
• Review of definitions for security officers, canines, and digital credentials in RS 37:3272
• Discussion of Executive Director RS 37:3275

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Legislative Committee voted to move proposed revisions of RS 37:3271 and RS 37:3272A to the full board for review and approval. The revisions to RS 37:3272A involve modernizing definitions to include technology and canines.

• Moved proposed revision of RS 37:3271 to full board (2-0)
• Moved proposed revision of RS 37:3272A General definition of terms to full board

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Board approved proposed updates to four state statutes to be sent to the legislature and renewed the contract for board attorney Blake Arcuri. It placed Guard Tac on probation for one year due to unpaid employee wages and approved several consent agreements. One instructor license was approved, and two others were pre-approved pending outstanding items.

• Approved proposed updates to LA RS 37:3270, 37:3271, 37:3272 and 37:3275 (5-0)
• Approved 2026 contract renewal for attorney Blake Arcuri with no compensation changes (5-0)
• Approved instructor license for Jody Smith (5-0)
• Pre-approved incomplete instructor applications for Helena Major and Billy Stewart (5-0)
• Placed Guard Tac license on probation for 1 year pending payroll satisfaction (5-0)
• Approved consent agreements for all listed companies except Vision Quest Solutions (5-0)
• Approved consent agreement for Vision Quest Solutions (4-0, 1 abstain)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The State Board of Private Security Examiners Legislative Committee Workgroup will meet to review rule promulgation and specific legislative statutes. The group will discuss guard registrations, training timelines, and board member diversity.

• Review of rule promulgation by Lisa Henson
• Review of guard registrations revised legislation RS 37:3283.A.3
• Review of mandatory training timeline in RS 37:3284.B.1
• Review of appeal submissions to the Division of Administrative Law RS 17:407.45
• Discussion of board member diversity RS 37:3273

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners will consider adopting training standards S.O.S.T. 1101 and 1102, review a 2024 audit update, and vote on new qualifying agent, company, and instructor applications. The board will also discuss revocation of licenses for two companies.

• Motion to adopt Security Officer Standards and Training (S.O.S.T.) 1101 and 1102
• 2024 Audit Update presented by Logan Berthelot
• New applications: Blue Chip Services (Rita & Pedro Gamboa), MROD LLC (Marcos Rodriguez)
• Instructor applications: Jonah Saavedra, Arquette Broomfield, Gene Miller, Revere Christophe, Kimberly Wilson
• Revocation of company licenses: C13, LC (Joe Saba) and Guardian CPP (Donny Pitts)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners (LSBPSE) Training Committee will meet to review and vote on adopting two new security officer training standards (S.O.S.T. 1101 and 1102), and to receive updates on the online testing platform and existing standard 1401.

• Motion to adopt Security Officer Standards and Training (S.O.S.T.) 1101 and 1102
• Review and update on ProProfs online testing platform
• Review and update on Security Officer Standards and Training (S.O.S.T.) 1401
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting on June 26, 2025

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Board approved the adoption of new Security Officer Standards and Training (S.O.S.T) 1101 and 1102. Members also voted to move forward with board composition changes pending gubernatorial approval and preapproved several incomplete license applications.

• Adopted new Security Officer Standards and Training (S.O.S.T) 1101 and 1102 (6-0)
• Approved board member composition changes pending Governor approval (6-0)
• Preapproved incomplete company licenses for Blue Chip Services and MROD LLC (6-0)
• Preapproved incomplete instructor licenses for Jonah Saavedra, Arquette Broomfield, Gene Miller, Revere Christophe, and Kimberly Wilson (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 27, 2025 meeting (6-0)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners will consider approving the 2024 audit, act on new qualifying agent, company, and instructor applications, and vote on revoking licenses for C13, LC and Guardian CPP. Committee updates from Finance, Ethics, and Legislative committees are also on the agenda.

• 2024 Audit Update and motions
• New applications: Chastain Fontenet (Andy Frain Services), Kristin Brennan (Force 1 Protection), and 9 company applications including ODMS Inc. and Lion's Gate Security Solutions
• Instructor applications: Chafin Green, Eric Hampton, Thomas Pirtle, Jaquel Pitts
• Revocation of company licenses: C13, LC (Joe Saba) and Guardian CPP (Donny Pitts)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners will review and discuss FY 2025 and July 2025 financials. The board will vote on renewing Blake Arcuri’s professional services contract for 2025-2026, increasing David Ryerson’s contract pay to $7,600.00 for completing a second 8-hour curriculum, and approving $16,000.00 for continuing education for four staff members.

• Motion to renew Blake Arcuri’s professional services contract for 2025-2026
• Motion to increase David Ryerson’s contract pay from $3,800.00 to $7,600.00 for completing both 8-hour curriculums
• Motion to allocate $20,000.00 to continuing education for four staff members
• Review and discuss FY 2025 and July 2025 financials
• Review and approve previous meeting minutes from 05/21/25

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The State Board of Private Security Examiners Legislative Committee will meet to review rule promulgations and specific legislative statutes. The body will discuss guard registrations, mandatory training timelines, and board member diversity.

• Review of guard registrations revised legislation RS 37:3283.A.3
• Review of mandatory training timeline in RS 37:3284.B.1
• Review of appeal submissions to the Division of Administrative Law RS 17:407.45
• Discussion of board member diversity RS 37:3273
• Review of rule promulgation status by Lisa Henson

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Legislative Committee voted to send proposed revisions of RS 37:3271 and RS 37:3272A to the full board for review and approval. The revisions to RS 37:3272A include updated definitions for technology and canines.

• Approved motion to push proposed revision of RS 37:3271 to the full board (2-0)
• Approved motion to push proposed revision of RS 37:3272A General definition of terms to the full board

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Board approved updates to security officer registration and training requirements, including new late fees and renewal deadlines. It also approved several new license applications and revoked licenses for two companies. Finance recommendations for staff pay and professional services were also approved.

• Approved renewal of professional services contract for attorney Blake Arcuri (5-0)
• Increased contract pay for David Ryerson from $3,800.00 to $7,600.00 (5-0)
• Allocated $20,000 for four staff members to enroll in a leadership program (5-0)
• Approved changes to 37:3283(A)(3) and 37:3283(F)(1)(a-d) regarding registration renewals and late fees (5-0)
• Approved changes to 37:3284(B)(1) regarding 16-hour training requirements (5-0)
• Approved legislation for appeals to go before the board or Division of Administrative Law (5-0)
• Approved licenses for Qualifying Agents Chastain Fontenet, Kristen Brennan; Companies ODMS, Inc., Quest Solutions, LLC; and Instructor Brian Ogle (5-0)
• Revoked company and instructor licenses for Joe Saba (C13, LC) and company license for Donny Pitts (Guardian CPP) (5-0)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners Legislative Committee will meet to review and discuss several items, including an update on a meeting with Kathryn Vigrass, the status of rule promulgation by Lisa Henson, and guard registration survey results tied to proposed revised legislation RS 37:3283.A.3. The committee will also consider timelines for mandatory training under RS 37:3284.B.1, appeal submissions to the Division of Administrative Law, and board member diversity. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of prior minutes.

• Update on meeting with Kathryn Vigrass
• Status of rule promulgation by Lisa Henson
• Guard registration survey results and proposed revised legislation RS 37:3283.A.3
• Timeline for mandatory training RS 37:3284.B.1
• Board member diversity RS 37:3273

The Legislative Committee authorized the agency to pursue law changes regarding board member diversity and the administrative law appeals process. The committee also approved a proposal to require security officer training be completed before the first work assignment. No agreement was reached on guard registration accountability, though the agency was tasked with drafting language for future review.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized proposals for Division of Administration of Law RS 17:407.45 and Board Member Diversity RS 37:3273 (4-0)
• Authorized proposal to eliminate 30- and 60-day training timeframes in RS 37:3284B(1) and require training before first work assignment (4-0)
• Approved continued inquiry and agency drafting of language regarding security officer accountability for registration and training (4-0)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners is meeting to review and discuss updates to the 4-Hour Security Officer Training Curriculum, the 1st and 2nd 8-hour Security Officers Standards and Training (S.O.S.T.) curriculum, and the Maritime Curriculum. The board will also discuss the ProProfs online testing platform and receive an update on Firearm Instructors NRA Certification. No votes or decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• Review and discuss updates and revisions to 4-Hour Security Officer Training Curriculum
• Review and discuss ProProfs, online testing platform
• Review and discuss updates and revisions to 1st and 2nd 8-hour curriculum (Security Officers Standards and Training S.O.S.T.)
• Review and discuss updates on Maritime Curriculum
• Update on Firearm Instructors NRA Certification

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The committee reviewed several legislative proposals for 2026, including liability for armed security officers and training requirements. No formal motions were made on the proposals; the committee plans to survey company owners for feedback.

• Discussed amendment to L.R.S. 9:2793.12 regarding concealed handgun permit liability
• Reviewed rule promulgation updates regarding license expiration and definitions
• Discussed whether security officers or companies should own registrations
• Discussed increasing training to 40 hours and shortening completion timelines
• Discussed adding less lethal weapons and handcuffs to permissible equipment
• Discussed proposal to make disarming a private security officer a felony
• Approved motion to adjourn (3-0)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners will review and vote on new applications for security company licenses and instructor certifications. The board will also consider consent agreements for two individuals and discuss noncompliant companies. Committee reports from Finance, Ethics, and Legislative committees are scheduled.

• New company applications: Elite Defense LLC, Bleu Ocean Security Inc., Delta Force Security Services LLC, Quality Security Training LLC, Rock Executive Protection
• Instructor applications for classroom and firearms training from multiple individuals
• Consent agreement for Charles Jackson Brackett (Gideon Protective Solutions LLC) regarding PSE-24-CO-026
• Consent agreement for Christopher Hunder (Blue Ocean Security Inc.) regarding pending application
• Consideration of noncompliant companies: Joe Saba (C13 LC) and Donny Pitts (Guardian CPP LLC)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The board will review and discuss the 2025-2026 proposed budget, as well as 2024-2025 budget amendments and pending expenditures. Previous meeting minutes will be approved. Public comments are invited.

• Review and discuss 2024-2025 budget amendments
• Review and discuss 2025-2026 proposed budget
• Review and discuss financials and pending expenditures
• Approve previous meeting minutes

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Finance Committee approved the 2025-2026 budget proposal Option B, which does not include a fee increase. The committee also approved amendments to the 2024-2025 budget and a compensation increase for the Executive Secretary.

• Approved previous committee meeting minutes from September 25, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 budget amendments (3-0)
• Approved 2025-2026 budget proposal Option B (3-0)
• Approved 10% compensation increase for Executive Secretary Carl Saizan for 2026 fiscal year (3-0)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Board approved budget amendments for 2024-2025 and adopted the 2025-2026 budget without a fee increase. Members approved a 10% salary increase for Executive Secretary Carl Saizan and processed several security license applications. The Board also voted to suspend three licenses with intent to revoke them in August.

• Approved 2024-2025 budget amendments (5-0)
• Adopted 2025-2026 budget option B without fee increase (5-0)
• Approved 10% salary increase for Executive Secretary Carl Saizan (5-0)
• Approved license applications for Elite Defense, LLC, Velvet Gary, and Meagan Prestenback (5-0)
• Preapproved incomplete license applications for Hub Enterprises, Delta Force Security Services LLC, Rock Executive Protection, Joel Baum, David Norton, and Clark White (5-0)
• Approved Instructor License Application for John Workman III pending review (4-0)
• Preapproved incomplete Company License Application for Quality Security pending completion (5-0)
• Suspended licenses for Donny Pitts (Guardian, CPP) and Joe Saba (C13, LC) with intent to revoke on August 20, 2025 (5-0)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The State Board of Private Security Examiners will consider new applications for qualifying agents, instructors, and security companies. The board will also review several consent agreements and noncompliant companies during an executive session.

• Company applications for Cerberus Security LLC, S&S Investigations & Security, Inc., Kennedy International Logistics & Services, LLC, Crimson Consulting LLC, Braven Management LLC, and Peoples Protection LLC
• Qualifying Agent application for Candace Eikner (Andy Frain Services Inc.)
• Instructor application for Michael McDougall (Allied Universal Event Services)
• Consent agreements for 18 individuals and businesses, including Brinks, Inc. and Global Security Corporation
• Review of noncompliant companies Bulldawg Security and Investigative Services LLC and The Maccabees LLC

The Board revoked the company licenses for Bulldawg Security and Investigative Services LLC and The Maccabees LLC. It approved 21 consent agreements with various security firms and authorized several new license applications.

• Approved minutes from February 19, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Approved company license for S&S Investigations & Security, Inc. (6-0)
• Authorized issuance of licenses for Cerberus Security LLC, Kennedy International Logistics & Services LLC, Crimson Consulting LLC, Braven Management LLC, Peoples Protection LLC, Michael McDougall, and Candace Eikner upon completion (6-0)
• Approved 21 consent agreements including firms such as Allied Universal Security Services and Brinks, Inc. (6-0)
• Revoked company license for Bulldawg Security and Investigative Services LLC (6-0)
• Revoked company license for The Maccabees LLC (6-0)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The State Board of Private Security Examiners will consider new company and instructor applications. The board will also review numerous new and amended consent agreements and address noncompliant companies during an executive session.

• Company application for Black Eagle Secure Solutions Inc.
• Instructor applications for David Sneathern, Jr., Ausborn Clive Grant, David Myers, and Christopher Larkin
• 23 new consent agreements for approval, including AAY Security, LLC and Blue Marine Security, LLC
• 16 amendments to existing consent agreements, including GardaWorld and Lott Gaming, Inc.
• Review of noncompliant companies Coast 2 Coast Security Inc and Bulldawg Security and Investigative Services LLC

The Board approved three statute amendment proposals regarding liability, fees, and fingerprinting. It also approved several legal contracts, issued new licenses, and accepted 20 consent agreements. One company license was revoked, and three others were suspended or threatened with suspension for audit noncompliance.

• Approved statute amendment proposals for LRS 9:2793.12, LRS 37:3286, and LRS 37:3276.2
• Hired attorney Lisa Henson at $225.00 per hour for 25 hours (6-0)
• Renewed contracts for attorneys Blake Arcuri and Graham Bosworth (6-0)
• Approved company license for Black Eagle Secure Solutions Inc. (6-0)
• Approved 4 incomplete instructor licenses pending outstanding items (6-0)
• Accepted 20 consent agreements and 15 refund amendments (6-0)
• Revoked company license for Coast 2 Coast Security Inc. (6-0)
• Suspended license for Bulldawg Security & Investigative Services, LLC (6-0)

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners will review and discuss a statute and rule rewrite, as well as three legislative proposals for 2025 amendments. These proposals address limitations of liability for concealed handgun permits, a fee increase, and fingerprint evaluation for owners and operators. No votes or decisions are recorded on the agenda.

• Review and discuss statute and rule rewrite
• Legislative proposal for 2025 Amendment to L.R.S. 9:2793.12 — Limitations of Liability, Concealed Handgun Permits
• Legislative proposal for 2025 Amendment to L.R.S. 37:3286 — Fee increase
• Legislative proposal for 2025 Amendment to L.R.S. 3276:2 — Receive and evaluate fingerprints for owners and operators

State Board of Private Security Examiners

The Board will review various company and instructor applications for private security licensure. The meeting includes a discussion on the current private security insurance market and several dozen consent agreements presented for approval.

• Discussion regarding current private security insurance market and exclusions
• Review of company applications including Battle Tested Security, LLC and Sunstates Security LLC
• Consideration of instructor applications for Eduardo Manriquez and Raymond Barr
• Approval of numerous consent agreements involving individuals and security firms
• Securitas Consent Agreement presented for approval

The Board approved several new and pending security licenses and accepted numerous consent agreements involving fines. It also revoked the license of Echelon Enforcement Agency LLC and approved a $65,000 agreement with Securitas Security Services USA Inc.

• Approved licenses for Battle Tested Security LLC, Spearhead Solutions Incorporated, Platinum Protection & Consulting Inc, and Eduardo Manriquez (6-0)
• Approved pending licenses for Sunstates Security LLC, Marksman Security LLC, Dova Consulting Group Inc., Echler Security & Investigations, and Raymond Barr (6-0)
• Accepted 36 consent agreements for various security firms with fines ranging from $800 to $84,825 (6-0)
• Approved edited consent agreement for Guardian CPP to suspend license and impose $15,425 fine plus $1,000 daily fine for non-compliance (6-0)
• Revoked company license for Echelon Enforcement Agency LLC (6-0)
• Accepted $65,000 consent agreement with Securitas Security Services USA Inc. (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 14, 2024 meeting (6-0)