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Key Facts: NJ Security Guard Exam
8 hrs
Refresher Before Renewal
N.J.A.C. 13:55A-4.2
24 hrs
Required Training
SORA
$75
Application Fee
NJSP
30 days
Completion Deadline
SORA
2 yrs
Unarmed Cert Duration
SORA
$78
Fingerprint Fee
NJSP
New Jersey's Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) certification is a 3-step process completed within 30 days: apply to the New Jersey State Police ($75), submit fingerprints for a background check, and complete a 24-hour course taught by a certified SORA instructor. NJSP does not publish an exam passing score or question count. Unarmed certification lasts 2 years and armed certification 1 year, each renewed after an 8-hour refresher course.
Sample NJ Security Guard Practice Questions
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1What New Jersey state agency oversees security officer registration and certification?
2What does SORA stand for in New Jersey security licensing?
3How many hours of training are required for initial SORA certification in New Jersey?
4What is the application fee for initial SORA registration with the New Jersey State Police?
5Within how many days must a SORA applicant complete all three steps of the certification process?
6What are the three steps of the SORA certification process in New Jersey?
7How long is an unarmed SORA certification valid in New Jersey?
8How long is an armed SORA certification valid in New Jersey?
9What is the approximate cost of fingerprinting for a SORA application in New Jersey?
10What is the NJSP renewal fee for a SORA certification in New Jersey?
About the NJ Security Guard Exam
New Jersey's Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) certification requires a 24-hour course taught by an NJSP-certified instructor, with at least two hours in each required area: homeland security and counter-terrorism, communications and emergency response, theft prevention, limits on the use of force and detention of suspects, critical incident awareness, ethics and professional conduct, and first aid, CPR and AED.
Exam sponsor: New Jersey State Police (NJSP). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
Question count not published by the exam provider
Time Limit
Not published by NJSP
Passing Score
Not published by NJSP
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
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Homeland Security and Counter-Terrorism
Required area of the 24-hour course (N.J.A.C. 13:55A-4.1(b)1).
Communications and Emergency Response
Required area of the 24-hour course (N.J.A.C. 13:55A-4.1(b)2).
Theft Prevention
Required area of the 24-hour course (N.J.A.C. 13:55A-4.1(b)3).
Limits on the Use of Force and Detention of Suspects
Required area of the 24-hour course (N.J.A.C. 13:55A-4.1(b)4).
Critical Incident Awareness
Suspicious packages, arson, and fire prevention (N.J.A.C. 13:55A-4.1(b)5).
Ethics and Professional Conduct
Required area of the 24-hour course (N.J.A.C. 13:55A-4.1(b)6).
First Aid, CPR and AED
Required area of the 24-hour course (N.J.A.C. 13:55A-4.1(b)7).
Other Subjects Set by the Superintendent
Any other subject areas the Superintendent determines are necessary in the interest of public safety (N.J.A.C. 13:55A-4.1(b)8).
Preparing for the NJ Security Guard Exam
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- Passing score: Not published by NJSP
- Assessment: Question count not published by the exam provider
- Time limit: Not published by NJSP
- Exam / certification fees: $75 Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the three steps of SORA certification in New Jersey?
The three steps are: (1) Register with the New Jersey State Police and pay the $75 application fee, (2) Complete a 24-hour training course with an NJSP-certified SORA instructor, and (3) Complete fingerprint collection for the background check (~$78). All three steps must be completed within 30 days or the application is denied and fees are forfeited.
How long is a New Jersey SORA certification valid?
Unarmed SORA certification is valid for 2 years. Armed SORA certification is valid for only 1 year and requires annual renewal with an 8-hour block of instruction by a licensed SORA instructor. The renewal fee is $60 for both types.
What happens if I miss the 30-day SORA deadline?
If you fail to complete all three steps within 30 days, your application is denied. You must submit a new application with a new non-refundable $75 fee and a new Applicant ID number. You may also need to be fingerprinted again at additional cost. This is one of the most expensive consequences of missing a deadline in state security licensing.
Does New Jersey have a 'duty to retreat' law?
Yes, New Jersey generally requires a person to attempt to retreat before using deadly force, unless they are in their own home (castle doctrine). This means a security guard must consider whether safe retreat is possible before resorting to deadly force. Non-deadly force does not require retreat first.
What is the difference between 'disorderly persons offense' and 'crime' in NJ?
New Jersey uses different terminology than most states. A 'disorderly persons offense' is comparable to a misdemeanor (up to 6 months in county jail). A 'crime' is classified by degree: 4th degree (up to 18 months), 3rd degree (3-5 years), 2nd degree (5-10 years), and 1st degree (10-20 years in state prison).