New York Private Investigator Regulations – Practice Questions and Correct Answers Study Guide

Newyork Private Investigator Regulations
Questions And Correct Answers



Who enforces the regulation of Private Investigators in New York State?

The New York State Secretary of State




Who regulates Private Investigators in New York State

The New York State Department of State Division of Licensing




What offense has been committed when a person operates as a PI without a license?

Class B Misdemeanor




A corporation's PI license can be revoked if ___% or more of the corporate stock is
held by a person who cannot meet the character standard set for an individual PI
license

10%




Is a licensee obliged to supply their books or records to the State upon State Request?

Yes

,What is the term of PI license?

2 years




What is the cost of an individual PI license?

$400




What is the cost of a corporate PI license?

$500




Are Private Investigators in New York State required to be bonded?

Yes




Are Private Investigators in New York State required to be insured?

No




What is the surety bond requirement for PI?

$10,000

, If a NY PI license is to be issued to a non-resident, what must the applicant file a
written consent to?

Consent to the jurisdiction of the courts of NY in any case or cases arising from PI
services within NY state




What is the minimum age for a PI license?

25




What is the cost for the PI exam?

$15




Can a convicted felon be issued a New York PI License?

No




Are there misdemeanors that would disqualify a person from having a PI license?

Yes




Are the list of all pending and current PI license holders posted for public view?

Yes