Colorado Private Investigator License Practice
Exam – 2026 Edition
1. What is the primary regulatory body for private investigators in
Colorado?
A. Federal Bureau of Investigation
B. Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
C. Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations
D. Colorado Bureau of Investigation
The Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations oversees
licensing and regulation of private investigators.
2. How many hours of investigative experience are generally
required for licensure in Colorado?
A. 500 hours
B. 2,000 hours
C. 1,000 hours
D. 3,000 hours
Colorado requires a minimum of 2,000 hours of investigative
experience under a licensed PI or equivalent.
3. Which of the following is considered a disqualifying factor for PI
licensure in Colorado?
A. Lack of a college degree
B. Felony conviction involving dishonesty or moral turpitude
C. Limited investigative experience
D. Not owning a vehicle
Felony convictions involving dishonesty or moral turpitude can
disqualify an applicant under Colorado law.
,4. What is the minimum age requirement for a private investigator
license in Colorado?
A. 18
B. 19
C. 21
D. 25
Applicants must be at least 21 years old to apply for a PI license in
Colorado.
5. Which Colorado law governs the activities of private
investigators?
A. Colorado Criminal Code
B. Federal Trade Commission Rules
C. Colorado Private Investigator Licensing Act
D. Colorado Employment Law
The Colorado Private Investigator Licensing Act sets the standards,
requirements, and restrictions for PIs.
6. Which of the following is NOT typically a duty of a private
investigator?
A. Conducting background checks
B. Surveillance
C. Prosecuting criminal cases
D. Locating missing persons
PIs can gather evidence but cannot prosecute or represent clients in
court.
7. What is required to maintain a private investigator license in
Colorado?
, A. Pay a fee only
B. Complete continuing education requirements and pay renewal
fees
C. Submit yearly investigative reports
D. File quarterly surveillance logs
Colorado mandates continuing education and payment of renewal
fees to maintain licensure.
8. Which of the following would be considered an ethical violation
for a private investigator?
A. Recording public events
B. Conducting surveillance legally
C. Misrepresenting identity to obtain information illegally
D. Running background checks with consent
Misrepresenting identity or engaging in illegal activity is considered
unethical and may result in license revocation.
9. How long is a Colorado private investigator license valid before
renewal?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 5 years
Licenses are generally valid for 3 years, after which renewal is
required.
10. What type of insurance is often required for private
investigators in Colorado?
A. Life insurance
B. Liability insurance
Exam – 2026 Edition
1. What is the primary regulatory body for private investigators in
Colorado?
A. Federal Bureau of Investigation
B. Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
C. Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations
D. Colorado Bureau of Investigation
The Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations oversees
licensing and regulation of private investigators.
2. How many hours of investigative experience are generally
required for licensure in Colorado?
A. 500 hours
B. 2,000 hours
C. 1,000 hours
D. 3,000 hours
Colorado requires a minimum of 2,000 hours of investigative
experience under a licensed PI or equivalent.
3. Which of the following is considered a disqualifying factor for PI
licensure in Colorado?
A. Lack of a college degree
B. Felony conviction involving dishonesty or moral turpitude
C. Limited investigative experience
D. Not owning a vehicle
Felony convictions involving dishonesty or moral turpitude can
disqualify an applicant under Colorado law.
,4. What is the minimum age requirement for a private investigator
license in Colorado?
A. 18
B. 19
C. 21
D. 25
Applicants must be at least 21 years old to apply for a PI license in
Colorado.
5. Which Colorado law governs the activities of private
investigators?
A. Colorado Criminal Code
B. Federal Trade Commission Rules
C. Colorado Private Investigator Licensing Act
D. Colorado Employment Law
The Colorado Private Investigator Licensing Act sets the standards,
requirements, and restrictions for PIs.
6. Which of the following is NOT typically a duty of a private
investigator?
A. Conducting background checks
B. Surveillance
C. Prosecuting criminal cases
D. Locating missing persons
PIs can gather evidence but cannot prosecute or represent clients in
court.
7. What is required to maintain a private investigator license in
Colorado?
, A. Pay a fee only
B. Complete continuing education requirements and pay renewal
fees
C. Submit yearly investigative reports
D. File quarterly surveillance logs
Colorado mandates continuing education and payment of renewal
fees to maintain licensure.
8. Which of the following would be considered an ethical violation
for a private investigator?
A. Recording public events
B. Conducting surveillance legally
C. Misrepresenting identity to obtain information illegally
D. Running background checks with consent
Misrepresenting identity or engaging in illegal activity is considered
unethical and may result in license revocation.
9. How long is a Colorado private investigator license valid before
renewal?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 5 years
Licenses are generally valid for 3 years, after which renewal is
required.
10. What type of insurance is often required for private
investigators in Colorado?
A. Life insurance
B. Liability insurance
