Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Yes, Nevada requires licensing for bodyguards and security guards under Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) Chapter 648, which governs the licensing and regulation of private investigators and security professionals.
Under NRS 648, any person acting as a security guard or bodyguard must obtain the appropriate license from the Nevada Private Investigators Licensing Board. This process typically involves:
NRS 648.195 provides a specific exemption: the security guard license is NOT required if the person is exclusively involved in the personal protection of other individuals and is not otherwise involved in security services. This means a dedicated executive protection specialist or personal bodyguard who does not perform general security duties (such as property patrol, access control, or crowd management) may operate without the standard security guard license.
This distinction is crucial for both employers and protection professionals. A bodyguard hired solely to protect a specific individual—without additional security responsibilities—falls under the exemption. However, if that same person also performs any general security functions for a company or venue, full licensing becomes mandatory. Anyone considering work in this field should consult the Nevada Private Investigators Licensing Board or legal counsel to ensure compliance with current regulations.