Private Detective License in Pennsylvania
Quick Answer
To obtain a Private Detective in Pennsylvania, review the requirements from The Unified JUDICIAL SYSTEM of PENNSYLVANIA~Courts of Common Pleas~PA Clerk of Courts.
- Background Check
- Required
Requirements
Private Detective license in Pennsylvania
Private Detective Salary in Pennsylvania
Entry Level
$38,490
Median
$64,460
Experienced
$91,760
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.
How to Get Licensed
Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Private Detective in Pennsylvania.
- 1
Complete Education Requirements
No educational requirements
- 2
Submit Background Check
Felony convictions prohibited
- 3
Pass the Required Exam
State exam required
- 4
Submit Your Application
File your application with the licensing agency.
- 5
Receive Your License
Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.
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