Which of the following could be a reason for the director revoking a license within three years?

The director may revoke a license due to the conviction of a disqualifying offense because such convictions indicate a serious breach of legal or ethical standards relevant to the responsibilities associated with the license. Disqualifying offenses typically cover a range of criminal activities that reflect poorly on the individual’s suitability to serve in a position of trust within the security industry. The integrity and legal compliance of a license holder are paramount, and a conviction can directly impact their ability to responsibly conduct business in this field, thus warranting revocation of their license within a specified timeframe.

Other factors, such as violations of business ethics, lack of professional development, or failure to close a branch office, may also have consequences but do not inherently indicate criminal conduct or a direct challenge to the trust placed in the license holder by the governing body. Violations of ethics might lead to disciplinary actions but not necessarily revocation, while professional development is more about maintaining qualifications than about legal standards. Additionally, operational issues like not closing a branch could be administrative in nature rather than indicative of criminal behavior.