Texas Private Investigator License Exam Prep 2026/2027 |
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1. Pursuant to the requirement of Section 1702.113(b), the following Class B
misdemeanor offenses (as reflected in the Texas Penal Code) are disqualifying
for 5 years except which?
Abandonment of a minor child (if willful and resulting in the
destitution of the child)
False report to police officer
Securing execution of a document by deception
Assault (by threat or offensive contact with sports participant)
2. If a candidate for the Texas Private Security Board does not meet the
qualifications of being a licensed Private Investigator, what might be the
consequence for the board's operations?
The board may lack necessary expertise in private security matters.
The board will have increased funding for training.
The board will automatically be disbanded.
The board can still function without any licensed members.
3. It is the sole responsibility of each licensee to obtain verification of
continuing education hours and maintain a record for there for;
5 years
4 years
3 years
It is the responsibility of the CE provider to keep records for 4 years
,4. Describe the implications of terminating a license or branch office license for
a private investigator in Texas.
The license can be reinstated after a waiting period.
The license remains valid until the expiration date.
Once terminated, the license cannot be reinstated.
The license can be transferred to another owner.
5. If a private investigation firm does not notify the Private Security Board of a
qualified manager's termination within 14 days, what steps should the firm
take to mitigate potential penalties?
The firm should ignore the issue as it will resolve itself.
The firm should wait for the Board to contact them.
The firm should hire a new qualified manager without notifying the
Board.
The firm should promptly notify the Private Security Board and
provide documentation of the circumstances surrounding the
termination.
6. How many years is a person disqualified from obtaining a license after
completing their sentence for a Class A misdemeanor as per Article 62.001 of
the Code of Criminal Procedure?
10 years
2 years
3 years
5 years
,7. If an alarm monitor fails to complete the required continuing education hours,
what potential consequence might they face?
Increased salary
Exemption from future training
Promotion opportunities
Loss of licensure
8. What is the required number of continuing education hours for alarm
monitors in Texas?
24 hours
12 hours
16 hours
20 hours
9. Describe the significance of including National Electrical Code (NEC) training
in the classroom instruction for alarm system installers or sales persons.
NEC training is only relevant for electrical engineers, not for alarm
system professionals.
NEC training is not necessary for alarm system installers or sales
persons.
NEC training focuses solely on the installation of alarms without
regard to safety.
Including NEC training ensures that installers and sales persons are
knowledgeable about safety standards and regulations in electrical
installations.
, 10. What is the validity period of a letter of approval from the Private Security
Board?
Indefinitely
One year
Two years
Six months
11. Describe the qualifications required for applicants seeking a license as a
private investigator in Texas.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old with no prior criminal record.
Applicants must have a college degree in criminal justice.
Applicants must have necessary experience and meet specific
qualifications set by the Private Security Board.
Applicants only need to pass a written exam.
12. If a private investigator's license renewal fee is $75, what is the total amount
they must pay including the dollar subscription fee?
$80
$75
$85
$90
13. What happens to a private investigator's license in Texas if they are
convicted of a DWI?
It will be suspended.
It will be upgraded.
Verified Q&A | Latest Update | Graded A+
1. Pursuant to the requirement of Section 1702.113(b), the following Class B
misdemeanor offenses (as reflected in the Texas Penal Code) are disqualifying
for 5 years except which?
Abandonment of a minor child (if willful and resulting in the
destitution of the child)
False report to police officer
Securing execution of a document by deception
Assault (by threat or offensive contact with sports participant)
2. If a candidate for the Texas Private Security Board does not meet the
qualifications of being a licensed Private Investigator, what might be the
consequence for the board's operations?
The board may lack necessary expertise in private security matters.
The board will have increased funding for training.
The board will automatically be disbanded.
The board can still function without any licensed members.
3. It is the sole responsibility of each licensee to obtain verification of
continuing education hours and maintain a record for there for;
5 years
4 years
3 years
It is the responsibility of the CE provider to keep records for 4 years
,4. Describe the implications of terminating a license or branch office license for
a private investigator in Texas.
The license can be reinstated after a waiting period.
The license remains valid until the expiration date.
Once terminated, the license cannot be reinstated.
The license can be transferred to another owner.
5. If a private investigation firm does not notify the Private Security Board of a
qualified manager's termination within 14 days, what steps should the firm
take to mitigate potential penalties?
The firm should ignore the issue as it will resolve itself.
The firm should wait for the Board to contact them.
The firm should hire a new qualified manager without notifying the
Board.
The firm should promptly notify the Private Security Board and
provide documentation of the circumstances surrounding the
termination.
6. How many years is a person disqualified from obtaining a license after
completing their sentence for a Class A misdemeanor as per Article 62.001 of
the Code of Criminal Procedure?
10 years
2 years
3 years
5 years
,7. If an alarm monitor fails to complete the required continuing education hours,
what potential consequence might they face?
Increased salary
Exemption from future training
Promotion opportunities
Loss of licensure
8. What is the required number of continuing education hours for alarm
monitors in Texas?
24 hours
12 hours
16 hours
20 hours
9. Describe the significance of including National Electrical Code (NEC) training
in the classroom instruction for alarm system installers or sales persons.
NEC training is only relevant for electrical engineers, not for alarm
system professionals.
NEC training is not necessary for alarm system installers or sales
persons.
NEC training focuses solely on the installation of alarms without
regard to safety.
Including NEC training ensures that installers and sales persons are
knowledgeable about safety standards and regulations in electrical
installations.
, 10. What is the validity period of a letter of approval from the Private Security
Board?
Indefinitely
One year
Two years
Six months
11. Describe the qualifications required for applicants seeking a license as a
private investigator in Texas.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old with no prior criminal record.
Applicants must have a college degree in criminal justice.
Applicants must have necessary experience and meet specific
qualifications set by the Private Security Board.
Applicants only need to pass a written exam.
12. If a private investigator's license renewal fee is $75, what is the total amount
they must pay including the dollar subscription fee?
$80
$75
$85
$90
13. What happens to a private investigator's license in Texas if they are
convicted of a DWI?
It will be suspended.
It will be upgraded.
