Alabama Administrative Code Title 304 - ALABAMA ELECTRONIC SECURITY BOARD OF LICENSURE
Here’s a refined overview of Title 304 — the Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure (AESBL) — as codified in the Alabama Administrative Code, Chapter 304–X–1 (Initial Rules):
🏛️ Statutory Authority & Scope
Established by Act 97‑711 (Code of Alabama § 34‑1A) on May 29, 1997.
Licenses individuals and businesses engaged in sales, installation, service, maintenance, or monitoring of burglar alarm systems, CCTV, and access control systems—with specified exemptions (aesbl.alabama.gov).
Violations constitute a Class A misdemeanor, subject to fines up to $1,000 per violation (aesbl.alabama.gov).
📘 Chapter 304–X–1: Sections & Highlights
1. .01 Definitions
Encompasses all key terms: Administrative Employee, Qualifying Agent, Alarm System, Monitoring Station, Locksmith Helper, branch offices, proctored exams, and more (admincode.legislature.state.al.us).
2. .02 Operation of the Board
Covers board procedures and structure (not detailed here), but essential for governance.
3. .03 Licensure Procedures
Requires company license for any alarm/security firm; must submit application, fees, and at least $250K liability insurance (admincode.legislature.state.al.us).
Licenses are issued every two years, staggered by name initials, and must be posted publicly.
Companies outside Alabama need a Certificate of Authority from the Secretary of State, plus a local physical presence or agent (admincode.legislature.state.al.us).
Qualifying Agents (QAs) must be full-time Alabama-based employees, certified and notified if their status changes within 10 days (admincode.legislature.state.al.us).
4. .04 Fees (Renumbered to 304–X–1–.05)
Fee schedule applies to initial applications, renewals, late filings, etc. (historical detail not fully included).
5. .05 Educational Requirements
Specific training required by category:
Burglar alarms: Level 1 + advanced + continuing education.
CCTV, Access Control, Locksmith, Sales, Monitoring Operators: Board-approved classes and proctored exams (admincode.legislature.state.al.us, regulations.justia.com).
Continuing education: 16 CEUs per 2-year cycle, with up to 24 CEUs for multi-category registrants .
Waivers available for QAs from companies with 5+ years of clean records .
6. .06 Exemptions
Allows limited exceptions—for example, central-station personnel located 100+ miles away or helpers not performing regulated tasks.
7. .07 Code of Ethics
ID badge visible at all times in the field (excluding office-only staff).
No misleading claims regarding competitors. High standards enforced (kirschenbaumesq.com).
8. .08 Administrative Complaints
Rules for filing complaints; board may impose penalties.
9. .09 Grounds for Referral to DA
Serious or criminal violations may be escalated to district attorneys.
10. .10 Cease & Desist Orders
Board authority to issue orders for violations.
11. .11 Injunctive Relief & Cost Recoupment
Legal provisions for enforcement, recovery of costs, and injunctive remedies (kirschenbaumesq.com).
✅ Summary Table
Area
Key Requirements
Licensure
Mandatory for all firms; $250K liability insurance
Qualifying Agent (QA)
Full-time, certified, Alabama-based, 10-day notification
Training & CE
Required initial + 16 CEUs per 2-year cycle
Ethics & Enforcement
ID badges; no false advertising; board can fine, suspend, or prosecute
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