Security Guard

Companies which operate a Private Security Guard business within the city limits of Topeka must be licensed by the Topeka Police Department to do business in the city.  

Individuals that work for a private security guard company must be licensed in the City of Topeka to work as a security guard.  Companies and individuals who are licensed have met requirements and passed a background check in order to receive their license.

The City of Topeka and the Police Department do not endorse or imply in any way their approval of any individual business’ policies, practices or methods of doing business. It only means that they have met the licensing requirements and background checks needed to obtain a city license and operate a business of that type within the City of Topeka.

At this time, we do not accept online applications or payments.  ALL applications and payments must be submitted in person or by mail.

Submit your application

Download the Private Security Guard Employee Application PDF and deliver it via postal mail or in person to the Law Enforcement Center

Submit your application

Download the Private Security Guard Employee Application PDF and deliver it via postal mail or in person to the Law Enforcement Center

Submit your application

Download the Private Security Guard Company Application PDF and deliver it via postal mail or in person to the Law Enforcement Center

  • Pass KBI background check for NEW company officers, directors, principal stockholders, or partners
  • Provide driver license information for NEW company representatives identified above
  • Disclose any known felony and/or ordinance violation convictions for NEW company representatives identified above
  • Fill out the application

Submit your application

Download the Private Security Guard Company Application PDF and deliver it via postal mail or in person to the Law Enforcement Center

Once all processing has been completed you will hear back from the Topeka Police Department. Please note, licensing of the company can take up to 6 weeks.

Police contact information

Location: 320 S Kansas Ave Suite 100 Topeka, KS 66603 View Map
Emergency Phone: 911 Phone: (785)368-9551