Private Investigator License in Florida
Quick Answer
To obtain a Private Investigator in Florida, review the requirements from FL Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services~Division of Licensing.
- Background Check
- Required
Requirements
Private Investigator license in Florida
Private Investigator Salary in Florida
Entry Level
$34,580
Median
$48,880
Experienced
$96,540
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 Investigator in Florida.
- 1
Submit Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
- 2
Pass the Required Exam
State exam required
- 3
Submit Your Application
File your application with the licensing agency.
- 4
Receive Your License
Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.
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