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State Overview
Maine regulates the security guard industry through Maine State Police, Special Investigations Unit under a agency license only framework. Training requirements: None state-mandated (employer discretion). Fee structure: Company license only: $121 application ($100 + $21 background) + $300 upon issuance; Renewal: $221 ($200 + $21).
Maine sits in the Northeast region, with a agency license only regulatory posture.
Key Facts
Regulatory framework: Agency License Only
Licensing agency: Maine State Police, Special Investigations Unit
Training: None state-mandated (employer discretion).
Fees: Company license only: $121 application ($100 + $21 background) + $300 upon issuance; Renewal: $221 ($200 + $21).
Processing time: Background investigation required within 60 days of application
Renewal cycle: 1 year (company)
Key restriction: State licenses companies, not individuals.
eLearning, initial
No training mandate
eLearning, renewal
Training Hours
None mandated
Renewal: 1 year (company)
License Fee
Company license only: $121 application (
Background investigation required within 60 days of application
Governing Agency
Maine State Police, Special Investigations Unit
Title 32, Chapter 93
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Underestimating the Background investigation required within 60 days of application processing window and starting work before approval is finalized.
Ignoring this restriction in operational planning: State licenses companies, not individuals.
Submitting an incomplete background-check packet or expired fingerprint cards, both of which restart the processing clock.
Missing the 1 year (company) renewal cycle and letting the license lapse, which forces a full re-application.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many training hours does Maine require for unarmed security guards?
None state-mandated (employer discretion).
What does it cost to get a security guard license in Maine?
Company license only: $121 application ($100 + $21 background) + $300 upon issuance; Renewal: $221 ($200 + $21).
How long does Maine take to process a guard license application?
Background investigation required within 60 days of application
Can I take Maine guard training online?
Maine treats online training as n/a for initial coursework and n/a for renewal. Confirm specific course approval directly with Maine State Police, Special Investigations Unit.
How often do I renew a security guard license in Maine?
License renewal cycle: 1 year (company).
Practical Tips
Plan for the published processing window: Background investigation required within 60 days of application. Submit applications early to avoid coverage gaps.
Company-only licensing; NO individual guard cards; NO armed guard credentialing
Restriction to verify before hiring: State licenses companies, not individuals
Direct line for verification: 207-624-7210. Use it before relying on third-party summaries.