Rhode Island § 5-5-4 - Private Detective Act
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 5-5-4 — Private Detective Act, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-5-4. Private Detective Act
R.I. Gen. Laws § 5-5-4
§ 5-5-4. License application.
Any person engaged as a private detective prior to January 1, 1988, and who continues to be engaged as of January 1, 1988, may apply for a private detective license with the local licensing authority where his or her principal place of business is located. Persons presently licensed shall be granted private detective licenses from the local licensing authority upon application and verification that he or she has not been convicted in any jurisdiction of a felony. This initial application will be treated as a renewal of a license. Subsequent applications for renewal of his or her license are governed by § 5-5-6.
History of Section.
P.L. 1987, ch. 479, § 2.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 5-5-4
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 5-5-4 cover?
Section 5-5-4 ("Private Detective Act") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Rhode Island § 5-5-4?
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Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Rhode Island official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney.
How does Rhode Island § 5-5-4 apply to my situation?
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Sources & Verification
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