I object to the cut and paste method used by DCJS in reference to Locksmiths. While I agree locksmiths should be regulated, our services are entirely different to security, law enforcement and private investigators. The fact that there is not enough personal experience, if any at all, in the DCJS with a locksmith background is rediculous. Hence the cut and paste. While quick decision to regulate locksmiths is commendable, instituting policy without proper consideration is objectionable and reckless. Since when have goverment buerocrats had any clue what the real world is like when regulating an industry. Case in point: inspectors. How much industry experience is required to become an electrical, plumbing, etc. inspector? Answer: little to none. Completion of a basic and short "class" is usually it. To start maybe you should employ at least 1-2 people experienced in this field before you continue. My specific objections are:

1. Exemption of Contractors, etc.  If they perform the same services detailed in the locksmith section why are they exempted. Liscensing and compliance is expensive to a business. exempting entities because they are already regulated by another agency is MORONIC! NEED I SAY MORE?

2. Firearms while on duty. The right of self defense and bearing of arms is protected by the United States Constitution i.e. The Second Admendment. Maybe you've heard of it. Since we are not advertising or implying armed security any regulation banning carrying of firearms concealed or otherwise is UNCOSTITUTIONAL! As a locksmith we encounter situations which could threaten our personal safety. For instace, rekeying a property. How is this dangerous you ask? What if the former tenant, love interest, or forclosed property owner return armed and in an aggitated mentality looking for "justified" retribution? I should be able to defend myself as gauranteed in the Constitution without having to jump through circus hoops of some govermnet agency. Public safety is not an issue here. Personal safety is.