It is unlawful for any person to act as an investigations company or private investigator without first having obtained a license from the Commission. If the company is a partnership each partner must qualify. If the company is a corporation an agent must be nominated to qualify.
License Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Be a citizen of the United States or a resident alien.
- Not suffer from habitual drunkenness or narcotics addiction or dependence.
- Not have been declared by any court of competent jurisdiction incompetent by reason of mental defect or disease - UNLESS subsequently declared competent by a court of competent jurisdiction.
- Be of good moral character.
- Must meet examination requirements.
- Must submit three classifiable fingerprint card for process through TBI and FBI for criminal history check.
Examination Requirements
- Pass an examination designed to measure knowledge and competence in managing a private investigation company.
- Candidates may obtain examination information from:
Renewal Requirements
- License must be renewed every two years. Click Here for a schedule of fees.
Applications & Fees
- Contact Commission office to request applications and obtain information regarding fees, or refer to Administrative Rules for information on application, registration, examination, renewal, or other fees.
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