Licensing requirements for private investigators in florida

My Location: Loading Font Size:. By Topic. Eligibility Requirements To qualify for a license, you must: Be at least 18 years old. Be a citizen or legal resident alien of the United States or have been granted authority by the Department of Homeland Security, U.

Citizenship and Immigration Services, to own and operate the type of agency for which you are applying. By Topic. Laws and Regulations Florida Statutes Chapter: Private Investigation Licenses. Exemptions Those who are considered exempt from licensing include: "In-house" investigators who are solely, exclusively and regularly employed as an investigator in connection with the business of an employer who does not advertise or provide investigative services for a fee; Active law enforcement officers while engaged in their official duties; Insurance investigators or adjusters licensed by the Florida Department of Insurance; Those who exclusively furnish investigative information about the financial standing, habits and responsibilities of applicants for insurance, indemnity bonds or commercial credit; Attorneys in the regular practice of their profession; Banks, credit unions, loan companies and consumer credit reporting agencies; Persons holding professional licenses in Florida when providing expert advice in their professions; and Those providing investigative services solely and exclusively for any United States agency.

How to Apply Private Investigation and Firearms A private investigator or private investigator intern, age 21 years or older, who possesses a Class "G" Statewide Firearm license, may carry a concealed firearm when it is required by their duties and approved by the licensed employing agency. Firearms are not permitted to be carried openly at any time. No licensee may carry more than two firearms on their person when performing their duties.

Need more information? Set your location: Set Cancel. My Location: Loading Font Size:. By Topic. Eligibility Requirements To qualify for a license, you must: Be at least 18 years old. Be a citizen or legal resident alien of the United States or have been granted authority to work in this country by the Department of Homeland Security, U. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Experience An applicant for the Class "C" Private Investigator License must have two years of lawfully gained, verifiable, full-time experience to qualify for the license.

This internship is done at a licensed private investigative agency. Box , Tallahassee, FL Note to Military Veterans The initial application and license fees for a veteran shall be waived if the application is received within 24 months of the applicant being discharged from any branch of the United States Armed Forces.