Private Investigator Licensing in Utah
Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Utah. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Utah Security Company Licenses
Utah Contract Security Company License
| Agency: | Utah Department of Commerce - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Insurance Requirements: | All licensees must have general liability insurance. In accordance with Utah Administrative Code R156-63a-302d, the legally codified minimum required coverage is a $300,000 limit per incident and an annual $1,000,000 aggregate limit. (Note: In practical application, standard agency forms or broker packages routinely require or utilize a $1,000,000 single limit / $2,000,000 aggregate limit structure), and contains the following riders: general liability, assault and battery, personal injury, false arrest, libel and slander, invasion of privacy, broad form property damage, damage to the property in the care, custody, or control of the security service provider, and errors and omissions. |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail, in-person, or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $330 application fee + $30 fingerprint fee for each individual listed on the ownership listing and the qualifier |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $203 |
| Due: | By November 30 of even-numbered years. |
Learn about security licensing in other states:
Firearm Qualification - An additional qualification attached to license applications for armed private investigators.
Private Investigator Apprentice - Apprentices are issued limited licenses and can only operate under the direction of a licensed investigator.
Qualified Representative - A licensed private investigator who is responsible for the operation and management of an investigative agency.
Reciprocity - When a private investigator is allowed to do business in a different state under the license issued by their home state.
National Association of Legal Investigators (NALI)
Industry association that sponsors education and certification efforts for members.
National Council of Investigation and Security Services (NCISS)
Private investigation and security advocacy group.
United States Association of Professional Investigators (USAPI)
Industry association focused on education and certification.
