FLORIDA SECURITY GUARD TEST WITH
UPDATED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
2026/2027
1. The legislature recognizes that untrained or unlicensed persons who are of
good moral character may be a threat to the public in position of trust.: True
2. A warning shot is only allowable if the circumstances that would otherwise
warrant the use of deadly force are present.: False
3. Any persons that cannot carry a firearm while providing services regulated by
this state is called:: Unarmed Security Guard
4. Licensed security officers are NOT law enforcement officers and are NOT
granted any police powers regarding arrest or use of force.: True
5. Each individual licensed by the department must be:: Be at least 18 years, Be of good
moral character, Not have a history of mental illness, alcohol or drug abuse
6. Examination of fingerprints goes to?: Department of Law Enforcement, The United States Depart-
ment of Justice and the FBI
7. A class-D Security Personnel should carry a standard Police.38 cal. Revolver
with standard ammunition.: False
8. Class "D" licenses shall perform duties regulated under this chapter in a
uniform which bears at least:: Two patches or emblems
9. Evidence presented in court is generally organized in three categories: Evidence,
proof, record
10. Individual's failure to have his/her license in possession while on duty is a
violation of F.S 493.61 18 (1) (9) for which a fine of $50.00 will be imposed.: True
11. An officer on stand should only answer question that are:: Factual
12. An officer can wear the Great Seal of the State of Florida on a badge, insignia,
emblem, identification card or uniform.: False
13. Individual licensee and an Agency I.D card must be in possession of the
licensee at all times while on duty.: True
14. When interviewing an injured person, the security officer should find an-
swers to which of the following:: Who injured you?
, What were you hit with?
When did it take place?
Where are you injured?
Where were you?
UPDATED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
2026/2027
1. The legislature recognizes that untrained or unlicensed persons who are of
good moral character may be a threat to the public in position of trust.: True
2. A warning shot is only allowable if the circumstances that would otherwise
warrant the use of deadly force are present.: False
3. Any persons that cannot carry a firearm while providing services regulated by
this state is called:: Unarmed Security Guard
4. Licensed security officers are NOT law enforcement officers and are NOT
granted any police powers regarding arrest or use of force.: True
5. Each individual licensed by the department must be:: Be at least 18 years, Be of good
moral character, Not have a history of mental illness, alcohol or drug abuse
6. Examination of fingerprints goes to?: Department of Law Enforcement, The United States Depart-
ment of Justice and the FBI
7. A class-D Security Personnel should carry a standard Police.38 cal. Revolver
with standard ammunition.: False
8. Class "D" licenses shall perform duties regulated under this chapter in a
uniform which bears at least:: Two patches or emblems
9. Evidence presented in court is generally organized in three categories: Evidence,
proof, record
10. Individual's failure to have his/her license in possession while on duty is a
violation of F.S 493.61 18 (1) (9) for which a fine of $50.00 will be imposed.: True
11. An officer on stand should only answer question that are:: Factual
12. An officer can wear the Great Seal of the State of Florida on a badge, insignia,
emblem, identification card or uniform.: False
13. Individual licensee and an Agency I.D card must be in possession of the
licensee at all times while on duty.: True
14. When interviewing an injured person, the security officer should find an-
swers to which of the following:: Who injured you?
, What were you hit with?
When did it take place?
Where are you injured?
Where were you?
