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California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)
2420 Del Paso Road #270
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916)322-4000
Employee Registration Types:
Alarm Company Employee
Company License Information:
Alarm Company Operator License
License Number: 6480
Expiration: 6/30/2025
Qualified Manager Information:
Alarm Company Qualifer
Qualified Manager: Edwin Arroyave
License Number: ACQ5392
Expiration Date: 5/31/2025
New Alarm Company Employee Registration
New Alarm Company Employee Registration
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Required for: Sales & Techs
Total Fees: $55 application / Live scan fee varies per vendor
Training Required: No
Processing Time: Varies based on volume
Duration: 2 y ears
Step by Step Process:
Once your background has been cleared, you will be emailed the application and live scan form.
Step 1 - Live Scan
1. You will need to complete all 3 copies of the live scan form and take it with you to your live scan appointment. You can find a local live scan vendor here: https://oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations
2. At the appointment, you will have the vendor sign all three forms, and they will keep one copy, while you maintain one for your records and send one to the state with your application.
3. You can view the status of your live scan here: https://applicantstatus.doj.ca.gov/
Step 2 - Application
You can submit your application either by mail or online (recommended).
ONLINE:
4. To complete it online, you will initiate the application here: https://www.breeze.ca.gov/datamart/mainMenu.do;jsessionid=tn25PfJuDNPGZxceeiPPwWpNY8lVMWdBodP5jUte.dca-fp-98-o-05
*You will need to register as a new user to begin the application.
5. During the application process, you will be able to upload a copy of the live scan form (signed by the live scan vendor).
6. Once done you will need to submit the application fee of $55. Be sure to send confirmation to compliance@skylinesecurity.com as proof you have completed this step.
TO SUBMIT BY MAIL:
7. Send the application, second copy of the live scan form and the required fee via mail to:
Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
P.O. Box 989002
West Sacramento, CA 95798-9002
**You can check on current processing times here https://bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/app_processing_timeframes.shtml
Step 3 - Issuance
8. Once your license has been issued, you will be required to send a front and back copy to compliance@skylinesecurity.com so that we may save it in your employee file and update Orion accordingly.
New Alarm Company Employee Registration:
Process Time: 2 - 4 months
Valid for 2 years
In State Live Scan
Application - done online through Breeze
Fees:
Application - $55
Live Scan - Approximatley $85
Email copies of issued ACE Cards to:
Alarm Company Employee Renewal Information
Alarm Company Employee Renewal Information
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Required for: Sales & Techs
Total Fees: $40
Training Required: No
Renewal Period: 6 months prior to expiration
Processing Time: Varies based on volume
Duration: 2 years
Step by Step Process:
You can renew your registration either by mail or online (recommended).
Step 1 - Renewal Application
ONLINE:
1. Go to https://www.breeze.ca.gov/datamart/mainMenu.do;jsessionid=qNtshXns917BQ2OwaUoGQnjxyP8lwQ48g-rQmbWX.dca-fp-98-o-05 and log in to your previous account.
2. Complete the online renewal and pay the $40 renewal fee. Send a copy of the confirmation to compliance@skylinesecurity.com as proof you have completed this.
BY MAIL:
3. Send the renewal application and the required fee via mail to:
Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
P.O. Box 989002
West Sacramento, CA 95798-9002
**You can check on current processing times here https://bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/app_processing_timeframes.shtml
Step 2 - Issuance
8. Once your renewal has been processed and your new registration issued, you will be required to send a front and back copy to compliance@skylinesecurity.com so that we may save it in your employee file and update Orion accordingly.
Email copies of renewed ACE Cards to:
Alarm Company Employee Renewal:
Process Time: Varies on Volume
Valid for 2 years
Renewal App - done online
Fee: $40 total
ACE License Duplicate Registration Request
ACE License Duplicate Registration Request
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Required for: Sales & Techs
Total Fees: $25
Training Required: No
Processing Time:
Step by Step Process:
You can request a duplicate registration either by mail or online (recommended).
Step 1 - Duplicate Registration Form
ONLINE:
1. Go to https://www.breeze.ca.gov/datamart/mainMenu.do;jsessionid=qNtshXns917BQ2OwaUoGQnjxyP8lwQ48g-rQmbWX.dca-fp-98-o-05 and log in to your previous account.
2. Complete the online duplicate registration form and pay the $25 fee. Send a copy of the confirmation to compliance@skylinesecurity.com as proof you have completed this.
BY MAIL:
3. Send the duplicate registration form and the required fee via mail to:
Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
P.O. Box 989002
West Sacramento, CA 95798-9002
**You can check on current processing times here https://bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/app_processing_timeframes.shtml
Step 2 - Issuance
8. Once your duplicate license has been processed and your new registration issued, you will be required to send a front and back copy to compliance@skylinesecurity.com so that we may save it in your employee file and update Orion accordingly.
ACE Duplicate Request:
Process Time: 1-5 days
Valid for: Remainder of License
App - done online or by mail
Fee: $25
The employee must notify the state within 30 days of an address change.
ACE License Address Change Update
ACE License Address Change Update
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You must notify the state of any address change within 30 days. You can submit a completed copy of the Address Change (personal) form to:
Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
PO Box 989002
West Sacramento, CA 95798-9002
*Also be sure to let Skyline know of your new address information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Who is required to obtain a license/registration?
A: Both Salespersons and Technicians are required to hold the Alarm Company Employee registration.
Q: How long does it take to process the initial or renewal application?
A: Processing times vary depending on the volume of applications being processed by the state at the time. You can check on current processing times here https://bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/app_processing_timeframes.shtml.
Q: When can you reapply for a registration after being denied?
A: A new application can be submitted one year to date after the denial.
Q: How early can I renew?
A: You can submit the renewal 6 months prior to the registration expiration date. The registration will be considered delinquent the day after it expires, so you want to be sure to submit at least 2 months before the expiration date to avoid a delinquent status with the state.
Q: How long after my registration expires, can I renew it?
A: You can renew up to 60 days after your current registration expires. If your registration is expired for more than 60 days, you will be required to resubmit the application to begin the process again.
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