Armed security agents: what regulations under French law?

In 2023, the private security sector in France alone generated a turnover of 11.12 billion euros, marking an increase of 10.2% compared to the previous year. In this context, the border between the sovereign missions of the State and interventions of the private sector tends to become less marked, with increasing porosity between public security and private security issues.

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Among the most sensitive jobs in private security, that of armed security guard occupies a special place. Responsible for ensuring the protection of goods or persons exposed to major risks, this professional operates under conditions strictly supervised by law.

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The conditions for exercising this profession are subject to a strict legal framework.

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