Any individual who wishes to practice as a private investigator in Pennsylvania must obtain a Pennsylvania Private Detective Bond. This is a type of surety bond required by the Pennsylvania State Police to protect clients from financial losses due to fraud or other misconduct by private detectives. The amount of the Private Detective Bond is determined by the Pennsylvania State Police based on the applicant’s financial condition and the volume of investigations they anticipate conducting. However, the bond amount must be at least $10,000.

Pennsylvania Private Detective Bond

How to get a Pennsylvania Private Detective Bond

At Surety1.com we make it easy to obtain this surety bond. Our simple, three step process is:

  1. Complete the easy to navigate and secure online application1
  2. Review the free, no obligation quote from one of Surety1’s professional surety bond agents, usually within one business day.
  3. Sign some paperwork and pay the bond premium

Once these steps have been completed, the Surety Bond will be shipped to the bond applicant.
1 -The name of the applicant on the surety bond application must match exactly the full legal business name of applicant for the license. 

The cost of the bond is usually between 1% and 3% of the bond amount, subject to a minimum premium and fees of $150 to$250. Surety1 will shop its many markets to procure the right price at the right terms.

Surety1.com is a service of AssuredPartners one of the largest and fastest growing insurance agencies in the nation. Representing over a dozen surety bond companies, Surety1.com is the premier online provider of surety bonds nationwide since 2003.

Pennsylvania Private Detective license requirements

Here are the requirements to obtain a Pennsylvania Private Detective License:

  • Age: Applicants must be at least 25 years old.

  • Citizenship: Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

  • Criminal Record: Applicants must have a clean criminal record, free from any convictions related to fraud, theft, or other illegal activities.

  • Education: Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

  • Experience: Applicants must have at least three years of experience in one of the following roles:

    • Detective agency employee

    • Law enforcement agent with a rank higher than patrolman

    • Watchman or guard with a record of responsible and reliable service

  • Examination: Applicants must pass a comprehensive written examination administered by the Pennsylvania State Police, which assesses their knowledge of Pennsylvania laws, investigative techniques, and ethical conduct.

  • Oral Interview: Applicants must undergo an oral interview conducted by the Pennsylvania State Police to evaluate their communication skills, interpersonal abilities, and overall suitability for private detective work.

  • Surety Bond: Applicants must obtain a Pennsylvania Private Detective Bond The amount of the bond is determined by the Pennsylvania State Police based on the applicant’s financial condition and the anticipated volume of investigations. However, the bond amount must be at least $10,000.

  • Application Fee: Applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee to the Pennsylvania State Police.

  • Fingerprint Cards: Applicants must submit fingerprint cards for a background check conducted by the Pennsylvania State Police.

Once all requirements are met and the application is approved, the Pennsylvania State Police will issue a Private Detective License. The license is valid for two years and must be renewed annually.

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How to Get Your Pennsylvania Private Detective Bond

  1. Complete an online application. It’s free and no-obligation.
  2. One of our surety experts will contact you with a firm quote and an agreement to sign.
  3. Provide payment and your signed agreement, and then you will receive your Surety Bond!

If you have any questions, please call us at 877-654-2327.

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3. Get Your Bond
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