Armed & Security Guard Licenses

The Finance Department is responsible for the administration, direction, and coordination of all financial services of the City involving financial planning, budgeting, treasury management, investments, purchasing, accounting, payroll, business licensing, insurance, and utility customer services.

Armed Guard & Security Guard Licenses

Armed Guard and Security Guard Licenses
(Sections 13-46 through 13-62, Columbia Code of Ordinances)

Application forms for armed or security (unarmed) guard licenses may be obtained from the Business License Office, 701 East Broadway, Columbia, MO 65205. A criminal records check from the applicant's resident state will be obtained by the Business License Office upon the completion of a “Disclosure and Authorization Form” by the applicant. The investigation fee for a Missouri records check is $13.50. Please contact the Business License Office to receive fee information for out of state records checks.

The fee for the license is $15.00. A picture ID is required which must be displayed while on duty. Armed guards must also pass a safety and firearms skills test administered by the Columbia Police Department.