Definitions

PURPOSE: This rule standardizes the common terms unique to the private security field. The definitions will be the accepted interpretation for these prescribed rules. (1) Applicant—A person who applies for a courier license. (2) Badge/identification (ID) card—A card that is issued to security personnel bearing a picture of and information about the person to whom the card is issued. (3) Cancellation—The inactivation of a license at the request of an employer. (4) Firearm—Approved double-action .38 Special caliber revolver or double-action only semi-automatic pistol in 9mm Luger caliber only. (5) License—The document which is issued to each of the licensed security personnel by the board of police commissioners authorizing the holder to perform specific security duties in the City of St. Louis as designated by the license. The “Metro” license currently issued allows the holder to perform security duties in the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County. (6) Protective devices—The only approved instruments used for personal protection are baton, nightstick, and pepper mace. Training is required before these items may be carried on duty. (7) Resignation—The voluntary inactivation of a security license by the individual holding that license. (8) Revocation—The permanent inactivation of a license by the board of police commissioners in accordance with the rules and procedures set out herein. (9) Suspension—The temporary inactivation of a license pending an administrative investigation determined by the board of police commissioners. (10) Termination—The inactivation of a license through resignation, cancellation, expiration, or revocation. (11) Weapons—Instruments used as protective devices, as listed in section (6), including a firearm, baton, nightstick, and pepper mace. AUTHORITY: section 84.340, RSMo 2000.* Original rule filed April 8, 1988, effective July 11, 1988. Amended: Filed April 28, 2010, effective Oct. 30, 2010. Amended: Filed April 23, 2012, effective Oct. 30, 2012. *Original authority: 84.340, RSMo 1939.