Nevada Gaming Commission takes steps to avoid armed security shortage at casinos
The Commission now allows applicants to undergo background checks through county sheriff’s departments rather than the Gaming Control Board.
US.- The Nevada Gaming Commission has taken steps intended to address the shortage of armed security at Las Vegas casinos by making it easier to hire and retain gun-carrying personnel ahead of the holiday season. This shortage arose after the FBI prohibited gaming regulators from using a federal database for background checks on armed security recruits.
The Commission will now allow applicants to undergo background checks through county sheriff’s departments rather than the Gaming Control Board, which is no longer authorised to perform the checks.
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To streamline the process, Metro Police will conduct the checks and issue a temporary receipt for a concealed-carry application, which will serve as provisional registration for up to 120 days. During this time, full background checks will be completed. Security licenses can be revoked if issues are discovered. The change will mostly affect new hires, as those with expiring licenses can opt to apply for a concealed-carry permit.
