Security Services Contracts regulate the legal relationship between a client (business or individual) and a security provider (private security company or Security Police). Security is a critical component of business sustainability, whether it involves protecting an office, warehouse, retail outlet, or residential property. Such agreements cover both physical security (manpower) and technical monitoring (alarms, CCTV). Often, clients sign standard template contracts without realizing the risks: for example, in case of burglary, the security company's material liability might be minimal or excluded entirely. Legal.ge offers qualified legal services in drafting and auditing security contracts to ensure maximum protection of the client's interests and real guarantees for damage compensation.
What does this service cover?
Our service covers all aspects of security contracts:
- Contract Drafting/Revision: Detailed analysis of the contract offered by the security company, identifying liability limits and exclusions.
- Material Liability: Inserting clear clauses defining the security company's obligation to compensate for damages in case of theft, vandalism, or negligence.
- Service Level Agreements (SLA): Specifying response times (e.g., within 5 minutes of alarm), patrol frequency, and technical maintenance obligations.
- Armed Security: Addressing specific regulations regarding security services equipped with firearms.
- Data Privacy: Ensuring compliance with personal data protection laws when managing video surveillance and access control systems.
- Dispute Resolution: Legal assistance in claiming damages after a security incident occurs.
Common Scenarios and Needs
The service is relevant for:
- Banks and Financial Institutions: Requiring armed guards and regulation of cash-in-transit services.
- Retail Sector: Creating mechanisms for theft prevention and loss recovery for shops and malls.
- Event Organizers: Temporary contracts for securing mass events (concerts, festivals).
- Residential Complexes: HOAs hiring security for territory monitoring.
Georgian Legal Framework
The field is regulated by the Law of Georgia on Private Security Activity, which defines the rights and duties of licensed companies. The Law on Police also applies (in the case of Security Police). Contractual relations are based on the Civil Code of Georgia (service provision). The Law on Personal Data Protection is crucial for regulating the use of CCTV in public and private spaces.
Step-by-Step Process
The process begins with risk assessment and analysis of the facility's specifics. The lawyer drafts or corrects the contract draft, focusing on material liability clauses. A security plan for the facility is attached to the contract. In case of an incident, the lawyer gets involved during the investigation and damage assessment stage to ensure compensation is received.
Why Legal.ge?
Security companies often try to minimize their liability. Legal.ge connects you with lawyers who know how to balance the contract so that your business receives real protection, not just a "formal guard." We help ensure that the money paid for security translates into guaranteed peace of mind.
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