Security and Protective Services LLC provides specialized security solutions tailored to the needs of the cannabis industry. Our experienced security professionals understand cannabis compliance standards and state-mandated security protocols, ensuring your operation remains protected and aligned with regulatory requirements. By combining trained security personnel with surveillance systems, access control, and proactive monitoring, we deliver reliable, layered protection for cannabis facilities of all sizes.
Partnering with Security and Protective Services LLC means choosing a security provider that prioritizes safety, compliance, and operational continuity. Whether you operate a cultivation site, manufacturing facility, dispensary, or distribution center, our scalable cannabis security services are designed to grow with your business. We help protect your people, products, and reputation—so you can focus on building a successful and secure cannabis operation.
The cannabis industry presents unique and evolving security challenges, from cultivation and processing facilities to retail dispensaries and distribution centers. High-value inventory, cash-heavy transactions, and strict regulatory requirements make professional security services essential for cannabis businesses. Effective cannabis security helps deter theft, prevent unauthorized access, and maintain a safe environment for employees, customers, and assets.
All security guard companies operating in Michigan must be licensed under Public Act 330 of 1968.
* Mandatory Licensing: It is a misdemeanor to provide security services through an unlicensed agency.
* Uniform Standards: Security uniforms must be approved by LARA and cannot resemble local or state police uniforms.
* Background Checks: Per 2026 standards, all security employees must undergo criminal background checks every two years to maintain eligibility.All security guard companies operating in Michigan must be licensed under Public Act 330 of 1968.
* Mandatory Licensing: It is a misdemeanor to provide security services through an unlicensed agency.
* Uniform Standards: Security uniforms must be approved by LARA and cannot resemble local or state police uniforms.
* Background Checks: Per 2026 standards, all security employees must undergo criminal background checks every two years to maintain eligibility.
The CRA requires every licensed cannabis establishment (growers, processors, and retailers) to maintain a rigorous security infrastructure. Security guard companies must ensure their personnel can operate within these technical requirements:
A. The Security Plan
Every licensee must submit and follow a formal Security Plan. This plan must detail how the facility will handle:
B. Video Surveillance Requirements
Security guards are often tasked with monitoring these systems, which must meet these specific CRA standards:
While the CRA does not explicitly mandate armed guards, many cannabis businesses choose them due to the high-value, cash-intensive nature of the industry.
If your company is hiring a security guard provider for a Michigan cannabis client,they are legally responsible for:
1. ID Verification: Ensuring no one under 21 (or 18 for medical) enters the premises.
2. Incident Logging: Maintaining detailed digital logs of any security breaches or law enforcement interactions, which are critical for the client’s license renewal.
3. Compliance Monitoring: Ensuring the 24-hour surveillance and alarm systems are functioning at all time
No. Under the Michigan Private Security Business and Guard Agency Act (Act 330), providing security services without a license is a misdemeanor. "Internal staff" can act as receptionists or monitors, but they cannot legally perform the duties of a security guard (deterring crime, physical intervention, etc.) unless your business itself obtains a private security agency license through LARA.
It depends on your risk assessment. The CRA does not mandate armed guards. However, because cannabis is a high-value, cash-intensive industry, many owners choose armed guards to deter robbery. If you choose armed guards, you must ensure the security company has the proper insurance and that all guards have valid CPLs and specialized tactical training.
To pass inspection, your system must:
* Record 24/7 continuously (motion-only recording is often rejected for critical areas).
* Have a minimum resolution of 720p.
* Maintain at least 30 days of storage (the CRA can request footage at any time).
* Cover every point of entry/exit from both inside and outside vantage points.
* Clearly show the time and date on all recorded images.
Any individual who is not an employee (contractors, vendors, or visitors) must be escorted by a licensee or employee at all times while in limited-access areas (where product is grown, processed, or stored). Security guards are often tasked with being these escorts to allow other employees to focus on their primary duties.
You are required to notify the CRA immediately of any security system failure that lasts longer than 4 hours. You must also have a "contingency plan" in place, which usually involves hiring additional physical security guards to monitor the facility until the technical systems are restored.
Yes. As of 2026, Michigan mandates that all security employees undergo a criminal background check every two years. Owners should ask their security provider for proof of these background checks to ensure their facility remains compliant.
Current and proposed regulations allow the CRA to request real-time access to your surveillance system during investigations. Many owners use security companies that can provide "remote monitoring" services to ensure someone is watching the feeds even when the facility is closed.
Yes. Any significant change to the floor plan or the location of cannabis product requires an updated security plan to be submitted to the CRA for approval. Failure to update the plan can result in fines or license suspension.