ILLINOIS (IL) LOCKSMITH LICENSE
PRACTICE EXAM COMPLETE TEST BANK
200+ Questions with Verified Answers & Detailed
Rationales
Updated for 2025/2026 Based on 225 ILCS 447 &
IDFPR Examination Blueprint
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
| Detail | Information |
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| Governing Body | Illinois Department of Financial
and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) |
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,| Primary Statute | 225 ILCS 447 - Private Detective,
Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor,
and Locksmith Act of 2004 |
| Exam Duration | 4 hours |
| Total Questions | 305 questions (multiple choice &
true/false) |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| License Validity | 2 years (biennial renewal) |
| Exam Topics | 12 subject areas covering locksmith
techniques and regulations |
EXAM CONTENT AREAS
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,The Illinois Locksmith Licensing Examination
covers the following 12 subject areas :
1. Originating Keys by Code and Code Equipment
2. Pin and Disc Cylinder Servicing
3. Key Blank Identification
4. Key Duplication Techniques and Equipment
5. Originating Keys by Impressioning
6. Professional Lock Opening Techniques
7. Lockset Functions and Finishes
8. Lockset Servicing
9. Basic Master Keying
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, 10. Cabinet, Furniture, and Mailbox Locks
11. Life Safety Codes (NFPA)
12. Basic Electricity for Locking Systems
SECTION A: LICENSURE & REGULATIONS
Questions 1-50 | 225 ILCS 447 Compliance
Question 1
4
PRACTICE EXAM COMPLETE TEST BANK
200+ Questions with Verified Answers & Detailed
Rationales
Updated for 2025/2026 Based on 225 ILCS 447 &
IDFPR Examination Blueprint
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
| Detail | Information |
||--|
| Governing Body | Illinois Department of Financial
and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) |
1
,| Primary Statute | 225 ILCS 447 - Private Detective,
Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor,
and Locksmith Act of 2004 |
| Exam Duration | 4 hours |
| Total Questions | 305 questions (multiple choice &
true/false) |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| License Validity | 2 years (biennial renewal) |
| Exam Topics | 12 subject areas covering locksmith
techniques and regulations |
EXAM CONTENT AREAS
2
,The Illinois Locksmith Licensing Examination
covers the following 12 subject areas :
1. Originating Keys by Code and Code Equipment
2. Pin and Disc Cylinder Servicing
3. Key Blank Identification
4. Key Duplication Techniques and Equipment
5. Originating Keys by Impressioning
6. Professional Lock Opening Techniques
7. Lockset Functions and Finishes
8. Lockset Servicing
9. Basic Master Keying
3
, 10. Cabinet, Furniture, and Mailbox Locks
11. Life Safety Codes (NFPA)
12. Basic Electricity for Locking Systems
SECTION A: LICENSURE & REGULATIONS
Questions 1-50 | 225 ILCS 447 Compliance
Question 1
4