What are the reasons for refusal of a SIA licence?

Refusal on the renewal of the licence. Both of these refusals have the same criteria but follow different procedures. This is the list of relevant offences for the purpose of SIA licence. Abuse and neglect of children. Firearms. Sexual offence. Espionage/terrorism. Drugs. Offensive weapons. Criminal damage. Licensing Act offences.

How does the SIA judge an offence to be serious?

Furthermore, if in the offence categories listed above your charge was serious, the SIA will refuse a licence application unless the sentence you received ended at least 5 years prior to the date you make the application. Exactly how does the SIA judge an offence to be serious?

Can a criminal conviction prevent you from getting a SIA licence?

Do not let a conviction from your distant past put you off training and applying for an SIA licence. However, it is wise to take into account the SIA view on more recent criminal activity. In many instances it will prevent you from working as a security officer.

Do you have to wait for 5 years for SIA licence?

If the applicant has served 4 or more years in prison for an offence, it will be considered serious. for such a case, the applicant has to wait for the 5 years from the date the sentence expired or ought to be ended.

What happens if you don’t Renew Your SIA licence?

You receive a conviction, caution, warning, absolute/conditional discharge or admonishment for a relevant offence. You refuse or neglect to undertake the training that we have directed you undertake. The SIA hold information which indicates that you are not a fit and proper person to hold a licence.

Can a person with a criminal record get a SIA licence?

This does not mean that you will be prohibited from getting an SIA Licence if you do have a criminal record or do not have the right to work in the UK; it will depend on your own individual situation and each application is treated separately.

How old do you have to be to get a SIA licence?

In order to qualify for an SIA licence, you have to meet the following requirements: 1 At least 18 years old 2 Pass an ID check 3 Undergo a criminal records check 4 Be eligible to work in the UK

How to get a SIA licence in Northern Ireland?

You can then tell us your convictions relate to the conflict in Northern Ireland. You must do so within 21 days of receiving our letter – if you do not, our decision to refuse your licence application will take effect. We will need to confirm what you say with the Northern Ireland Courts and Tribunal Service (NICTS).