Rules and Regulations for Private Investigators
There are too many myths associated with private investigators. The inaccurate representation of private investigators in films and TV has led to dozens of misconceptions about what private investigators can do.
In some states, private investigators go through an intense licensing process, working under other licensed investigators, and taking exams. Some states require them to register. Due to the nonuniformity of state laws, investigators access to information and tools vary from state to state.
Regardless of the licensing laws and regulations, there are several things that PIs aren’t allowed to do.
Things a Private Investigator Can’t Do
Trespass
A PI isn’t allowed to enter a house, building, or property through illegal means like breaking. Trespassing law varies from state to state. In some states, they must have permission from the owner to enter a house or building. In Illinois, PIs are exempted from the trespassing law when working as servers to serve legal documents.…