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Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting
investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing
in Arkansas. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn
about our software and managed license services.
Arkansas Alarm Systems Class E Unrestricted License
Agency:
Arkansas State Police - Private Investigators / Security Companies / Alarm Installation & Monitoring Program
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:
No
Ownership Requirements:
If applying for a class “e” unrestricted company license, the designated manager must have completed all areas indicated from one of the following organizations:
NICET
NESA
ESA
Elite CEU
If applying for a class “e” restricted company license, the designated manager must have completed all areas indicated from one of the following organizations:
NICET
NESA
ESA
Elite CEU
If applying for a class “e-s” company license, the manager shall be required to successfully pass a written examination administered by the arkansas state police. The examination will test the manager’s knowledge in fire protection and the proper use and placement of single station fire and heat detectors pursuant to the afpc and nfpa (rule 9.2)
If applying as a manager for an alarm systems monitoring company the manager is not required to complete any courses or examinations. The manager of an alarm systems monitoring company must execute an affidavit that he or she has read and understands a.C.A § 17-40-101, et seq. And these rules (rule 9.3).
Insurance Requirements:
All class “E” companies must have public liability insurance with a minimum limit of $300,000. (please attach current certificate of insurance to this application).
All alarm systems companies that issue ul (underwriter’s laboratories) certificates must maintain public liability insurance of at least $300,000. (please attach current certificate of insurance to this application).
Class “G” companies must have public liability insurance not less than $500,000. (please attach current certificate of insurance to this application).
Class “E” – Restricted Alarm Systems Company ; Class “E-S” – Alarm Systems Company ; Class “E-M” – Alarm Systems Company ; Class “E” – Unrestricted Alarm Systems Company - $600
Class “G" – General License - $1200
State background check fee $22.00
Federal background check fee $11.25
Federal background/ina fee $1.00
Federal background check fee $2.00
Required Attachments:
Certificate of insurance
If company is a coproration, attach corporation papers
Affidavit, if applicable
If you are a non-u.S. Citizen, please attach current/valid proof of eligibility to work in the US
Class “E” – Restricted Alarm Systems Company ; Class “E-S” – Alarm Systems Company ; Class “E-M” – Alarm Systems Company ; Class “E” – Unrestricted Alarm Systems Company - $300
Class “G" – General License - $600
State background check fee $22.00
Federal background check fee $11.25
Federal background/ina fee $1.00
Federal background check fee $2.00
Due:
Annually by the date of issuance
Required Attachments:
Certificate of insurance
If company is a coproration, attach corporation papers
Affidavit, if applicable
If you are a non-u.S. Citizen, please attach current/valid proof of eligibility to work in the US
2 fingerprint cards
2 passport style photos
Arkansas Private Investigation Agency License
Agency:
Arkansas State Police - Private Investigators / Security Companies / Alarm Installation & Monitoring Program
Varies by license class: $600 for an investigations firm, $850 for a combined security and investigations firm, or $1,200 for a general license including class A, B, and E licenses.
Filing fees depend on your individual situation. We do our best to calculate your filing fees
upfront and collect those fees today so we can get started. Your specialist will determine your
exact filing fees and invoice additional fees if required.
