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Dallas is home to hundreds, if not thousands, of apartment complexes, condos, townhouses, and other forms of multifamily residences. This many people living together in a single building or a small area can be wonderful for community, but not so great for safety,...

You cannot rely on the Dallas police force to be everywhere and anywhere all at once. As much of a fantastic effort as they make, it simply isn't plausible. This is why many places, particularly apartment complexes, use what is called a "courtesy officer" to handle...

You're looking for an exciting new career keeping people safe. First of all, congratulations on coming to such a brave conclusion. Now, you need to know the steps needed in order to make this goal a reality.  The Steps Involved with Becoming a Security Officer In...

Security patrol officers can be extremely helpful in a variety of situations. This is especially true if you have a large area, like a mall, school, or commercial complex, you want to be kept safe and secure overnight. As you consider hiring one, we'd love to discuss...

No one ever wants to feel unsafe. You deserve the peace of mind that comes with knowing you are safe from harm. If you currently don't feel this way, you may be wondering if you should hire additional security. This is a good idea for a variety of people in many of...

7 Essential Pieces of Personal Protection Officers EquipmentHere at Statewide Patrol, we love what we do. What do we do? We protect our clients, their buildings, and the Austin community as a whole. A big portion of this is done by our Personal Protection Officers...

You know you need protection above and beyond what the regular Austin Police Department can provide. They can't be everywhere and with everyone all at once. As you begin your research, you'll come across several different names and job titles. Do you need a bodyguard?...

4 Things You Probably Didn't Know About Armed BodyguardsIf you're like a lot of people, the majority of what you know about armed bodyguards comes from movies, television, and video games. Sorry to say it, but these forms of entertainment are not always an accurate...

How to Eliminate Security Risks with Mobile PatrolWhether you're managing a neighborhood, school, government building, park, outdoor concert area, or commercial building, one thing is the same: you want to keep everyone safe. You're responsible for a lot of people and...

Unarmed vs Armed Security Guards: How to Know What You NeedYour top priority is the safety of the people you are responsible for and the security of the possessions you are in charge of or own. This is true whether you're planning a big event, own a business, manage a...