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HISTORICAL STEPS IN THE REGULATION OF PRIVATE SECURITY ACTIVITIES

Private security in France is a crucial sector that has undergone significant legislative changes since the founding law of 1983. This summary outlines key legislative steps and modifications that have shaped the current regulatory framework.

Here are some significant legislative milestones:

  1. Law 83-629 (July 12, 1983): The founding law.
  2. Decree No. 86-1058 (September 26, 1986): Regarding administrative authorization and recruitment of personnel.
  3. Decree No. 86-1099 (October 10, 1986): Pertaining to the use of materials, documents, uniforms, and insignia.
  4. Circular (September 3, 1991): Concerning private surveillance and protection activities.
  5. Decree No. 91-1206 (November 26, 1991): Concerning remote surveillance activities.
  6. Law 95-73 (January 21, 1995): Security orientation and programming law (Pasqua Law).
  7. Decree (October 17, 1996): Regarding video surveillance.
  8. Decree No. 97-46 (January 15, 1997): Pertaining to surveillance and guarding obligations.
  9. Decree No. 97-47 (January 15, 1997): Concerning surveillance of garages and parking lots.
  10. Decree No. 97-646 (May 31, 1997): Relating to the organization of sports, recreational, or cultural events.
  11. Decree (April 28, 2000): Creating a departmental commission for fund transport security.
  12. Law 2000-494 (June 6, 2000): Establishing the national commission for security ethics.
  13. Decree No. 2000-1234 (December 18, 2000): Pertaining to fund transport security.
  14. Law 2001-1062 (November 15, 2001): Concerning daily security.
  15. Framework Agreement (January 31, 2002): For the professional integration of security assistants.
  16. Decree No. 2002-329 (March 8, 2002): Regarding the authorization of security agents.
  17. Law 2003-239 (March 18, 2003): The Internal Security Law.
  18. Decree No. 2005-1122 (September 6, 2005): Regarding professional aptitudes.
  19. White Paper (June 2006): Ten ideas and reflections for a citizen profession.
  20. Decree No. 2005-1664 (December 28, 2005): Creating interdepartmental police services.
  21. Decree No. 2009-137 (February 9, 2009): Regarding professional cards for security agents.
  22. February 9, 2009: Authorization to create an automated personal data processing system named “Téléc@rtepro.”
  23. February 24, 2009: Circular on the introduction of professional cards for private security employees.
  24. June 2010: Report with recommendations on private security.
  25. September 10, 2010: Decree relating to the Interministerial Delegate for Private Security, appointing Mr. Jean-Louis Blanchou.
  26. March 2, 2010: Law reinforcing the fight against group violence and protecting public service personnel.
  27. March 14, 2011: Law creating the CNAPS and regional commissions.
  28. March 28, 2011: Circular on the activities of CNAPS.
  29. June 3, 2011: Circular on the exercise of private security and fire safety activities.
  30. December 22, 2011: Decree creating the CNAPS.
  31. March 6, 2012: Law on modern, simplified, and preventive weapons control.
  32. May 1, 2012: Birth of the “Code of Internal Security.”
  33. July 11, 2012: Decree publishing the code of ethics for private security.
  34. July 30, 2013: Decree applying the law on modern weapons control.
  35. February 28, 2014: Decree establishing a delegate for security cooperation.
  36. July 1, 2014: Law on private protection activities for ships.
  37. August 1, 2014: Decree on professional armament.
  38. August 18, 2014: Decree on private security activities.
  39. October 27, 2014: Decree on provisions of the regulatory part of the Code of Internal Security.
  40. December 8, 2014: Decree repealing various measures related to automated data processing systems named “Téléc@rtepro” and “DRACAR.”
  41. April 29, 2015: Decree on video protection near shops.
  42. June 10, 2015: Decree on access to criminal records and wanted persons file.
  43. October 14, 2015: Decree creating a professional card for surveillance at large events.
  44. December 2, 2015: Decree on the approval for human surveillance and guarding activities at large events.
  45. January 18, 2016: Decree on the certification of professional qualifications for large event surveillance.
  46. December 20, 2016: Decree modifying the certification of private security and research training organizations.
  47. April 26, 2016: Decree on private security activities and the National Council of Private Security Activities.
  48. October 11, 2016: Decree on local approval and control commissions.
  49. June 16, 2017: Decree on the certification of professional qualifications for physical integrity protection activities.
  50. February 28, 2017: Law on arming private security agents.
  51. October 30, 2017: Law strengthening internal security and the fight against terrorism.
  52. July 11, 2017: Decree recognizing professional qualifications for private physical protection.
  53. December 29, 2017: Decree on private security activities with weapons.
  54. September 28, 2018: Various decrees modifying certifications and training for private security.
  55. March 25, 2020: Ordinance extending deadlines for permits and approvals during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Since the founding law of 1983, private security legislation in France has constantly evolved to meet the challenges and needs of each era. Today, the sector is governed by a strict regulatory framework to ensure professionalism and efficiency in private security services. As threats evolve, legislation will continue to adapt to ensure everyone’s safety.