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SECTION 1: OHIO PISGS LICENSING AND REGULATION - Questions 1-30



Q1: Regulatory Authority
The student is reviewing Ohio private investigator law. Which state agency regulates private
investigators and security guard services?
A. Ohio Department of Public Safety
B. Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Private Investigator Security Guard Services (PISGS)
C. Ohio Attorney General's Office
D. Ohio State Highway Patrol

Correct Answer: B
Rationale: PISGS, within the Ohio Department of Commerce, regulates and licenses private
investigators, security guards, and qualifying agents under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4749. [100%
CORRECT]



Q2: Qualifying Agent Definition
The student is reviewing licensing. What is a qualifying agent under Ohio law?
A. An individual who qualifies a company for a private investigator or security guard license
B. A licensed private investigator
C. A security guard supervisor
D. A police officer

Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A qualifying agent is the individual who meets the experience and examination
requirements to obtain a license for a private investigator or security guard company. [100%
CORRECT]



Q3: Company License
The student is reviewing licensing. What must a private investigator company obtain before offering
services in Ohio?
A. A business license only
B. A PISGS private investigator company license
C. A security guard license
D. A firearms permit

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Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Private investigator companies must be licensed by PISGS and must employ a qualifying
agent. [100% CORRECT]



Q4: Employee Registration
The student is reviewing registration. How are private investigator employees registered in Ohio?
A. They must be registered with PISGS
B. They only need a business card
C. No registration required
D. They must be licensed as private investigators

Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Employees of a licensed private investigator company must be registered with PISGS
unless they hold a private investigator license. [100% CORRECT]



Q5: Age Requirement
The student is reviewing eligibility. What is the minimum age for a private investigator license in
Ohio?
A. 18
B. 21
C. 25
D. No minimum

Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants for a private investigator license must be at least 21 years old. [100%
CORRECT]



Q6: Experience Requirement
The student is reviewing eligibility. How much experience is required for a private investigator
license in Ohio?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 5 years

Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applicants must have at least 2 years (4,000 hours) of experience in private investigation
or a related field, or equivalent education and experience. [100% CORRECT]



Q7: Examination
The student is reviewing licensing. What examination must a qualifying agent pass?
A. PISGS Qualifying Agent Exam
B. Police academy exam
C. Firearms exam
D. Business law exam

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Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The qualifying agent must pass the PISGS Qualifying Agent Exam covering Ohio laws,
regulations, and practices. [100% CORRECT]



Q8: Insurance
The student is reviewing insurance. What insurance must a private investigator company carry?
A. General liability insurance
B. Errors and omissions insurance
C. Workers' compensation
D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PISGS requires private investigator companies to carry general liability, errors and
omissions, and workers' compensation insurance. [100% CORRECT]



Q9: Surety Bond
The student is reviewing bonding. Is a surety bond required for a private investigator company in
Ohio?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Only for security guard companies
D. Only for firearms

Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A surety bond is required to protect clients and the public. [100% CORRECT]



Q10: License Renewal
The student is reviewing licensing. How often must a private investigator company license be
renewed in Ohio?
A. Annually
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 5 years

Correct Answer: B
Rationale: PISGS licenses must be renewed every 2 years, with continuing education requirements.
[100% CORRECT]



Q11: License Fees
The student is reviewing licensing. What fees are associated with a PISGS license?
A. Application, license, and renewal fees
B. No fees
C. Only renewal fees
D. Only application fees

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Correct Answer: A
Rationale: PISGS charges application, license, and renewal fees as set by the department. [100%
CORRECT]



Q12: Background Check
The student is reviewing eligibility. What background check is required for licensure?
A. FBI and BCI criminal records check
B. Credit check only
C. Driving record only
D. No check

Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applicants must submit to FBI and BCI criminal records checks. [100% CORRECT]



Q13: Fingerprinting
The student is reviewing eligibility. What is required for fingerprinting?
A. Electronic fingerprinting through a PISGS-approved vendor
B. Ink fingerprints only
C. No fingerprinting
D. Self-reporting

Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applicants must be electronically fingerprinted through a PISGS-approved vendor. [100%
CORRECT]



Q14: Citizenship
The student is reviewing eligibility. What citizenship status is required for licensure?
A. U.S. citizen or legal resident
B. U.S. citizen only
C. Any status
D. No requirement

Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents. [100% CORRECT]



Q15: Education
The student is reviewing eligibility. What education is required for licensure?
A. High school diploma or equivalent
B. College degree
C. No education
D. Master's degree

Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. [100% CORRECT]