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New Mexico requires an ES-3 Low Voltage Special Systems License for burglar alarm installation. The license requires 2 years experience and two exams with 75% passing scores. Local jurisdictions may have alarm registration and false alarm ordinances.

Feb 8, 2026

New Mexico requires an ES-3 Low Voltage Special Systems License for intercom installation. The license requires 2 years foreman-level experience and passing two exams with 75% scores. Covers systems operating at 50 volts or less.

Feb 8, 2026

New Jersey requires a license through the Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm and Locksmith Advisory Committee to install burglar alarms. Requires 4 years experience, 80 hours training, and three exams. Most municipalities require alarm registration with false alarm ordinances.

Feb 8, 2026

New Jersey does not offer a dedicated low voltage license. Systems under 10 volts may be exempt, while alarm-integrated intercoms require licensing through the Alarm Advisory Committee. Local jurisdictions may require permits for commercial work.

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New Hampshire exempts burglar alarm installation from electrical licensing because alarms are signaling circuits. Local municipalities may have alarm registration and false alarm ordinances. No state license required.

Feb 8, 2026

New Hampshire does not require electrical licensing for signaling circuits like intercoms. The state licenses work for heat, light, and power purposes, not signaling circuits. Local jurisdictions may have their own permit requirements.

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Nevada requires a C-2D Low Voltage Contractor license for burglar alarm installation. Most jurisdictions require alarm permits, registration with police, and have false alarm ordinances with escalating fees.

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Nevada requires a C-2D Low Voltage Contractor license for intercom installation. The license requires 4 years experience, two exams, and financial documentation. Most installations require permits through local building departments.

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Nebraska does not have a specific burglar alarm license separate from fire alarm. Local jurisdictions handle alarm registration and false alarm ordinances. Commercial projects typically require permits while residential needs alarm registration.

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Nebraska does not have a specific intercom license, though fire alarm work requires a Fire Alarm Installer license. Most residential intercom installations don't require permits while commercial projects typically need local permits. Insurance requirements apply for licensed work.

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Montana exempts electrical work under 90 volts from licensing, including most burglar alarm systems. Local municipalities may have alarm registration requirements and false alarm ordinances. Check with local police departments for registration procedures.

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Montana exempts electrical work involving 90 volts or less from state licensing requirements, covering most intercom installations. Local jurisdictions may have their own permit requirements. No specific low voltage license is required.

Feb 8, 2026

Missouri requires an Electronic Security Company license to install burglar alarms, though work under 48 volts is exempt from electrical licensing. Most municipalities have alarm registration requirements and false alarm ordinances with escalating fees.

Feb 8, 2026

Missouri exempts Class 2 and Class 3 low voltage circuits from electrical licensing requirements, covering most intercom installations. Local jurisdictions may have permit requirements. An optional statewide license simplifies working across multiple cities.

Feb 8, 2026

Mississippi has an Alarm Systems license classification through MSBOC for commercial projects over $50,000. Local jurisdictions handle smaller project licensing and alarm registration. Most municipalities have false alarm ordinances with registration requirements.

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