My local ADI posted signs that said you have to have your PI Sec Liscence to put up cameras...

Anyone know if this crap aplies to us at all? I mean, if the cams aren't integrated into a sec system, does it matter to us?

G

I'm assuming that SATX mean's San Antonio, TX...I could be wrong, I know what ASSUME breaks down to

BUT...If your local ADI is posting that, then you should obey it, because it DOES apply to your area...

Codes are VERY different everywhere...companies like ADI, AVAD, etc...will keep up on local codes to help you

From what I've heard, one needs to apply ($600 non-refundable) with the Justice Dept. around here (VA). No, I haven't done it yet; but then, I don't 'really' do security stuff.

Larry,

In Va. (same as NC) you must have a "special" low voltage license (110v), and then must sit for an exam for a security license. Also required is two years experience with a licensed security company, as well as having a criminal background check on a state level.

My info is that since a camera system can be construed as pertaing to security, the same licesning laws apply as when doing an alarm system.

Not that there's much policing anymore. Local newbie is prewiring for alarms without a license. Yup, he'll get caught eventually.

AVDude you are very perceptive... hehe... but yeah, san antonio :)

it must be a local thing to San Antonio, because Houston doesn't require a security license to install cameras- or if they do, a lot of us are in a shitload of trouble if we get caught!

Speaking of San Antone, I was in the Air Force, and basic'ed at Keesler AFB. One weekend, we got to go into town, and I strolled the Riverwalk. It's incredible.

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Ahl,

There is a sign posted in ADI - Houston as well. It is some new law I think.. I know a couple camera/satellite companies that are a little shakin up on the new requirements.

Okay,

Here's what I've learned, based on my recent interest in entering the security market. (in Texas, btw)

There's a little confusion on the camera side of things, as to whether or not they are "security" devices. At one point on the Texas DPS website, I read that "anything that is intended to signal or illicit a response from law enforcement or other emergency personnel" is a security device, and therefore must be installed by a licensed installer. Now to me, this does not include cameras that are installed to tell you who's at the front door, or to keep an eye on the kids in the backyard.

I read elsewhere on that same site that all cameras are considered a security device, and must be installed by licensed installers.

I have a friend who works in legislative research, and she's currently trying to find me the definitive answer. I'll be sure and get back to y'all when I hear more.

So even the X-10 security consoles with the built-in dialers, which merely plug in, qualify as security devices, right?

Larry,

Yes they do. But only if installed by an independant party (a company). A homeowner may install their own personal security system of any level product.