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FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
Which Florida statute primarily governs the licensing of armed (Class G) security officers?
Correct — B. Chapter 493 of the Florida Statutes governs the regulation of private security and investigative services, including Class G (statewide firearm) licensure through FDACS. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
Before obtaining a Class G (statewide firearm) license in Florida, an applicant must first hold a valid:
Correct — A. Florida law requires that a person hold a valid Class D (unarmed security officer) license before being eligible to apply for a Class G statewide firearm license. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
How many hours of firearms training are required to obtain a Florida Class G license?
Correct — C. Florida Statute §493.6115 requires a minimum of 28 hours of classroom and range firearms training to qualify for a Class G statewide firearm license. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
The Florida agency responsible for issuing Class G licenses to armed security officers is:
Correct — D. FDACS (Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services) — Division of Licensing — is the state agency that issues Class D and Class G licenses under Chapter 493. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A Florida Class G license must be renewed every:
Correct — B. Class G licenses issued under Chapter 493 are valid for two years and must be renewed before expiration to maintain the authorization to carry a firearm on duty. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A security officer's Class G license authorizes carrying a firearm:
Correct — A. A Class G license is occupational — it authorizes the licensee to carry a firearm only while actively performing authorized security officer duties. It is not a general carry permit. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
During the required 28-hour Class G training, how many hours must be spent on the firing range?
Correct — C. Of the 28 required hours, 16 hours must be on-range practical firearm training. The remaining hours cover classroom topics such as Florida firearms law and use-of-force law. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A Class G applicant who fails the firearms qualification may:
Correct — D. An applicant who fails firearms qualification must receive additional supervised practice before retaking the qualification test. There is no permanent bar, but remediation is required. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A background check for a Florida Class G license is conducted by:
Correct — A. FDACS requires fingerprinting and a background check processed through FDLE and the FBI as part of the Class G application process to screen for disqualifying criminal history. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
Which of the following would DISQUALIFY a person from obtaining a Florida Class G license?
Correct — B. Under Chapter 493, a felony conviction is a permanent disqualifier for a Class G license, regardless of when the conviction occurred or whether civil rights have been restored. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A Florida Class G license holder who is arrested for a felony must:
Correct — C. Chapter 493 requires a licensee to notify FDACS within 48 hours of any felony arrest. Failure to report may result in additional disciplinary action against the license. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
An armed security officer in Florida may carry only the firearm(s) that:
Correct — A. A Class G license specifies the type of firearm(s) the officer qualified with. Carrying a firearm not covered by the license (e.g., a different caliber or action type) is a violation. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
An officer's Class G license is suspended. The officer may:
Correct — D. A suspended Class G license means the officer's authorization to carry a firearm on duty is revoked. They cannot perform armed security duties until the license is fully reinstated by FDACS. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
The minimum age to apply for a Florida Class G license is:
Correct — B. While Class D licensure is available at 18, federal law and FDACS rules require a Class G applicant to be at least 21 years old to purchase/possess a handgun under 18 U.S.C. §922. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
An armed security officer must carry their Class G license:
Correct — C. Florida law requires the Class G licensee to carry their license on their person whenever they are performing armed security duties. The license must be available for inspection. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
Which of the following is NOT a requirement to obtain a Florida Class G license?
Correct — A. Florida does not require U.S. citizenship for a Class G license. Legal U.S. residency (or authorized to work status) is sufficient, though disqualifying criminal history and age requirements still apply. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A security officer's employer is responsible for verifying that the officer's Class G license is:
Correct — D. Under Chapter 493, the employing security agency has a duty to ensure that any officer performing armed security work holds a valid, current Class G license before assigning armed duties. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A Florida Class G license holder who changes their home address must notify FDACS within:
Correct — B. Chapter 493 requires licensees to notify FDACS of any change of address within 30 days. Failure to maintain current contact information may result in license disciplinary action. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
An employer hires a new armed security officer. Under Chapter 493, what is the employer's verification duty before allowing the officer to carry a firearm on duty?
Correct — A. Under §493.6303, employers must verify that an officer holds a current, valid Class G Statewide Firearm License before assigning armed duties. Verbal assurances or CCW permits do not satisfy this requirement. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
When must a Class G licensee surrender their license to FDACS?
Correct — C. Under Ch.493, FDACS may order surrender of a Class G license upon revocation or suspension. A court may also order surrender as part of a criminal proceeding. Voluntary retirement alone does not require formal surrender unless ordered. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A licensed armed security officer from Georgia wishes to perform armed security work in Florida under Georgia's armed security license. Florida law regarding reciprocity states:
Correct — C. Florida has no reciprocity agreements for armed security licenses. Any individual performing armed security work in Florida must hold a valid Florida Class G Statewide Firearm License regardless of credentials held in other states. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
An individual performs armed security work without a Class G license and is apprehended. Under Florida law, performing armed security without a required license is classified as:
Correct — C. Under §493.6601(7), performing licensed security activities without the required license is a third-degree felony in Florida, reflecting the serious public safety implications of unlicensed armed security work. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
Under what circumstances may an employer authorize temporary armed duty for an unlicensed security officer?
Correct — C. There is no provision in Ch.493 for temporary armed duty authorization for unlicensed individuals. An officer must hold a valid Class G license before being permitted to carry a firearm in the course of performing security duties. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
When renewing a Class G license, does Florida require a new background check?
Correct — B. Florida requires a criminal history background check at each renewal of a Class G license. This ensures that any disqualifying events that occurred since the last license issuance are identified before renewal is granted. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
Besides a change of address, which other change must a Class G licensee promptly report to FDACS?
Correct — C. Licensees are required to notify FDACS of arrests or charges for disqualifying offenses, in addition to address changes. Failure to report can result in additional disciplinary action beyond the underlying offense. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
Can a Class G licensee legally transfer or lend their license to another person to allow that person to perform armed security work?
Correct — C. A Class G Statewide Firearm License is issued to a specific individual and is non-transferable. Allowing another person to use your license to perform armed security work violates Ch.493 and constitutes a serious licensing offense. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A Class G applicant is denied licensure by FDACS. What right does the applicant have under Florida law?
Correct — B. Applicants denied a Class G license have the right to contest the denial through Florida's administrative hearing process at the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH), as provided by the Administrative Procedure Act (Ch.120, F.S.). -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
Regarding the display of a Class G license number while on duty, Florida administrative rules require:
Correct — A. FDACS rules require the Class G licensee to carry the physical license card while on duty and produce it upon demand. While the number need not appear on the uniform, the card must be readily available for inspection. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
When an employer learns that one of its armed security officers has had their Class G license revoked by FDACS, what must the employer do?
Correct — D. Upon learning of a revocation, the employer must immediately remove the officer from all armed duty. Allowing a revoked licensee to continue armed work exposes the employer to serious regulatory and criminal liability. Employers are also required to report compliance with licensing requirements. -
FL Class G Licensing & Requirements
A Class G licensee begins working for a second employer while still employed by the first. What must the officer do under Ch.493?
Correct — A. Florida law requires a licensed security officer to notify each employer of all other employers for whom the officer is working. This allows employers to monitor scheduling, equipment, and compliance.
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FL Class G Licensing & Requirements After a Class G license suspension has been served, what must the officer do to reinstate armed duty?
A. A. Simply return to work — the suspension ending automatically reinstates all privileges
B. B. Submit a new Class G application and repeat all training
C. C. Have the employer submit a reinstatement request on the officer's behalf
D. D. Obtain written confirmation from FDACS that the license is reinstated and valid before resuming armed duties ✓
Correct — D. The officer must confirm with FDACS that the license has been reinstated and is currently valid before resuming armed duties. Resuming armed work without confirming reinstatement risks additional violations if administrative conditions have not been fully met.
Firearm Safety & Handling Which of the four fundamental rules of firearm safety states that you should ALWAYS keep the firearm pointed?
A. At the ground when holstered
B. In a safe direction, never at anything you do not intend to shoot
C. Toward the sky when unholstering ✓
D. Away from your body at arm's length
Correct — C. The four rules of firearm safety include: (1) Treat every firearm as loaded, (2) Never point at anything you don't intend to shoot, (3) Keep finger off trigger until ready, (4) Know your target and beyond.
Florida Firearms Law (Ch. 790) Florida Statute Chapter 790 primarily governs:
A. Weapons and firearms laws in Florida ✓
B. Private security officer licensing
C. Use of deadly force by civilians
D. Florida criminal penalties for assault
Correct — A. Chapter 790 of the Florida Statutes is titled 'Weapons and Firearms' and covers possession, carry, purchase, and use of firearms and other weapons throughout the state.
Deadly Force & Stand Your Ground Under Florida Statute §776.012, a person is justified in using deadly force when they:
A. Fear any level of physical contact
B. Reasonably believe it is necessary to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm to themselves or another ✓
C. Believe a crime is about to occur
D. Are verbally threatened
Correct — B. §776.012 justifies deadly force only when the person reasonably believes it is necessary to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm to themselves or another person, or to prevent the imminent commission of a forcible felony.
Use-of-Force Continuum & When to Draw A security officer should draw their firearm ONLY when:
A. A subject is verbally aggressive ✓
B. There is an objectively reasonable belief that deadly force may be imminently necessary
C. A subject runs away from the officer
D. The officer wants to demonstrate authority
Correct — A. Drawing a firearm is a significant escalation. The officer must have an objectively reasonable belief — based on observable facts — that deadly force may be required imminently. Premature draws can create unnecessary danger.
Firearm Retention & Security Firearm retention refers to:
A. The officer's ability to shoot accurately
B. Techniques and equipment used to prevent an adversary from taking the officer's firearm
C. The legal right to keep a firearm after duty ✓
D. The magazine capacity of the duty weapon
Correct — C. Weapon retention encompasses holster security features, body positioning, physical techniques, and training to prevent a subject from successfully disarming the officer.
Marksmanship & Range Qualification The three fundamentals of accurate pistol shooting are:
A. Speed, power, and accuracy ✓
B. Sight alignment, sight picture, and trigger control
C. Stance, grip, and reload speed
D. Loading, aiming, and follow-through
Correct — A. The three fundamentals: (1) Sight alignment — front and rear sights aligned, (2) Sight picture — aligned sights on target, (3) Trigger control — smooth press without disturbing the sight picture.
Legal Liability & Ethics A security officer who uses excessive force against a subject may face:
A. No consequences if the subject was trespassing ✓
B. Criminal charges, civil lawsuits, and loss of their Class G license
C. Only a written reprimand from their employer
D. Only civil liability, never criminal liability
Correct — A. Excessive force can result in criminal battery or assault charges, civil liability (personal and employer), and FDACS disciplinary action including license revocation.
About the Florida Class G Statewide Firearm Licence test
Prepare for the Florida FDACS Class G Statewide Firearm License exam and qualify to carry a firearm as a licensed security officer.
This app covers every topic in the 28-hour Class G firearms training curriculum — Florida Chapter 493 licensing requirements, Chapter 790 firearms law, use of deadly force (§776 Stand Your Ground & Castle Doctrine), when to draw, firearm safety and handling, weapon retention, marksmanship fundamentals, and legal liability.
What you get
- 126 original practice questions aligned to the Florida FDACS Class G exam syllabus.
- Plain-English explanations for every answer — understand the law, not just the answer.
- Timed mock exam: 40 questions, 90 minutes, 28 correct to pass.
- Study by topic to target your weak spots.
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You will be tested on
- Legal powers, authority and use of force
- Patrol, observation and access control
- Emergency response and evacuation
- Report writing and accurate note-taking
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Topics in this question bank
Legal powers, authority and use of force
Patrol, observation and access control
Emergency response and evacuation
Report writing and accurate note-taking
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