ABSTRACT
In most states, it is mandatory to obtain licensing in order to become a private investigator. In Florida, for instance, there is a double requirement — the applicant must be sponsored by a private investigator (C license holder) who works for a private investigative agency (A license holder). The agency is required to maintain liability insurance. In Florida, you are eligible to obtain a C license if you have 2 years provable investigative experience (e.g., a prior law enforcement officer). If you do not, then you may apply for a CC license (intern), under which you will be required to work with a C license holder for 2 years and will then become eligible to obtain a C license.
