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Leave this field blank Preview File a Complaint Licensing About Card Replacement Change of Address FAQs Forms Hearing Board License Status File a Complaint Apply Online The Licensing Unit regulates security guards, security agencies, private investigators and private investigative agencies. Additionally, the unit accepts complaints from the public and enforces statutory laws and administrative rules pertaining to those entities. Security Guards • Agency License • Armed Security Guard Registration • Associate • Qualifying Party • Unarmed Security Guard Registration Private Investigators • Agency License • Private Investigator Registration Instructors • Firearms Instructor Registration • General Instructor Registration Licensing Investigations Unit Licensing Unit Street Address: 2222 W. Encanto Blvd. Phoenix, AZ 85009 Mailing Address: Arizona Department of Public Safety Licensing Unit P.O. Box 6328 MD 3140 Phoenix, AZ 85005 Email Address: [email protected] Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The office is closed on weekends and all state holidays. Phone Numbers: Telephone: 602-223-2361 Fax: 602-223-2938 The identification card issued by the Licensing Unit displays a hologram, a digitized facial photograph and information about the applicant. Procedures If you have lost your card, have legally changed your name, or simply want a new card: 1. Fill out the Card Replacement Request form. 2. Submit $10 cash, cashier's check or money order payable to DPS. 3. Provide proof of identification, such as a photocopy of your Drivers License. 4. If you have had a name change, provide photocopy of the legal documentation. 5. Provide a color photograph of your face. (if your appearance has changed) Please mail the completed card replacement request form and any supporting materials to our mailing address or bring all materials to the Licensing Unit. Most requests can be fulfilled while you wait. Licensing Unit Street Address: 2222 W. Encanto Blvd. Phoenix, AZ 85009 Mailing Address: Arizona Department of Public Safety Licensing Unit P.O. Box 6328 MD 3140 Phoenix, AZ 85005 Email Address: [email protected] Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The office is closed on weekends and all state holidays. Phone Numbers: Telephone: 602-223-2361 Fax: 602-223-2938 Security Guards and Private Investigators Security Guards and Private Investigators must submit a letter to the licensing unit within 15 calendar days of any change in residence or mailing address, per ARS §32-2624.D and AAC 13-2-305 . The change of address letter must show your name, guard registration number(s), phone number(s), previous address and new address. Security Guard and Private Investigations Agencies Security Guard and Private Investigation Agencies must notify the Licensing Unit by letter within 30 calendar days regarding changes to the agency's mailing and/or physical address, per ARS §32-2614.D . and ARS §32-2425.D . The letter must be on company letterhead and signed by the qualifying party (or the security guard agency's resident manager). The letter may be sent to our mailing address or hand delivered to our office. Branch Offices for Security Guards and Private Investigation Agencies Security Guard and Private Investigation Agencies must notify the Licensing Unit by letter within 15 calendar days regarding changes to the branch office mailing and/or physical address, per AAC 13-2-205.E . and AAC 13-6-204.E . The letter must be on company letterhead and signed by the qualifying party (or the security guard agency's resident manager). Email the Licensing Unit your Change of Address: • [email protected] Mailing Address: Arizona Department of Public Safety Licensing Unit P. O. Box 6328, MD 3140 Phoenix, AZ 85005-6328 Office Address: Arizona Department of Public Safety Licensing Unit 2222 W. Encanto Blvd. Phoenix, AZ 85009 div class="accordion"> Where is the Licensing Unit located? The Security Guard/Private Investigator Licensing Unit is located in the DPS Public Services Center located at 2222 W. Encanto Blvd. in Phoenix, AZ 85009. The Security Guard/Private Investigator Licensing Unit is located in the DPS Public Services Center located at 2222 W. Encanto Blvd. in Phoenix, AZ 85009. How do I apply for a license or registration? There are two ways to apply: 1. Submit a Paper Application : • You can obtain the application packet from your employer or agency. • You can also download an application from our website, https://www.azdps.gov/services/public/licensing , however it is not a complete packet as it does not include a fingerprint card. • You can pick up an application at the DPS Public Service Center, 2222 W. Encanto Blvd., in Phoenix, AZ. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed state holidays • To obtain a paper application packet by mail, call the Licensing Unit at (602) 223-2361 and request one be mailed to you. 2. Submit an Electronic Application : • To apply electronically, click the Apply Online tab. • This option is available to Arizona residents only. • Applying electronically could significantly reduce processing times when no research is required when compared to submitting a paper application. • When applying electronically, you will be able to schedule your electronic fingerprinting appointment. No hard copy fingerprint cards will be needed. NOTE: If your application does not require a fingerprint, you are not el...