§19–301.

    (a)    Except as otherwise provided in this title, a person shall be licensed by the Secretary as a security guard agency before the person may:

        (1)    conduct a business that provides security guard services in the State; and

        (2)    solicit to engage in a business that provides security guard services in the State.

    (b)    An individual or a firm may qualify for a license as a security guard agency.