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DC security license renewal Covers: Security officers, special police officers and security agency licenses.Renewal at a glance
| Credential | Guard / security agency |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | Confirm the cycle and expiration date for your specific license with the board. |
| Renewal fee | Individual officer renewal: security officer (SO) $103; special police officer (SPO) and special university/campus police (SCP) $84. Agency and private detective credentials have separate fees. [source] |
| Renewal application | DC security license renewal |
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District of Columbia DLCP — Security Program Security officers, special police officers and security agency licensesAuthority listed in Security Program | dlcp.
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- Security Program | dlcp Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
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