SECTION 2 QUIZ Flashcards
What is the name of the Act that regulates the Private Investigation
industry? (Please include the full name and short form)
The Private Security and Investigative Services Act - PSISA
Under what circumstances is a Private Investigator required to show their license to a member of the public?
Private investigators must always carry their license with them when they are working. They must also identify themselves as private investigators, and show their license, if a member of the public asks them to do so. However, these requirements only apply to people holding themselves out as private investigators. This means that individuals performing an undercover investigation are not required to carry or show their license
What are the four things that are necessary for a person to be eligible for a Private Investigator’s license in Ontario?
1) have completed the required training and testing
2) be at least 18 years old
3) possess a clean criminal record (PARDONED COUNTS)
4) be legally entitled to work in Canada
Does a Private Investigator need to have their license with them every time they operate a motor vehicle?
No, but a Private investigators must always carry their license with them when they are working.
What can happen to an individual who is found guilty of an offense under the PSISA?
Individuals found guilty of an offence under the PSISA could face a fine of up to $25,000, imprisonment for up to one year, or both.
Can a Private Investigator carry a metal badge, if it clearly identifies them as a Private Investigator?
No. Private investigators are prohibited from carrying any symbol of authority, other than their license (for example, a metal badge is prohibited).
