What are the registration requirements for a Special Conservator of the Peace?

Each person applying for registration shall file with the department:

  • A properly completed registration application provided by the department;
  • A properly completed fingerprint form provided by the department and one completed fingerprint card (Card No. FD-258);
  • Drug and Alcohol Test conducted by First Lab;
  • Documentation verifying completion of training with a certified Virginia law enforcement agency (PIC form), certified Virginia private security services training school or waiver application for prior training;
  • A background investigation, which must be completed by a law enforcement agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia. The background investigation is separate from the criminal history check ;
  • A certificate of insurance, showing a policy of comprehensive general liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $10,000 issued by an insurance company authorized to do business in Virginia. Cash and surety bonds are not accepted.