Georgia Private Detective and Security Agency Bond
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How much does a Georgia private detective and security agency bond cost?
The Georgia private detective and security agency bond costs $250 annually. You can save money by choosing our multi-year discount to extend your private detective or security agent bond term during checkout!
How can you get a private detective and security agency bond in Georgia?
You can purchase your Georgia private detective and security agencies bond online 24/7. Simply select your preferred term and provide your licensee name and county for Board of Private Detectives and Security Agencies filing approval. Once your payment has been processed, your official Georgia surety bond will be delivered to your email instantly.
How fast can I get a private detective and security agency bond?
SuretyBonds.com offers instant Georgia private detective and security agency bond delivery 24/7. Purchase now to receive your official license registration surety bond delivered in minutes by email.
What is a Georgia private detective and security agency bond?
Georgia Code Section 43-38-6 (d) requires companies file a $25,000 surety bond as part of their private detective or private security business license application. The state's official form is titled the “Georgia Board of Private Detective & Securities Agencies State of Georgia Bond” but is more commonly known as the “private detective bond" or "security agency bond.” This Georgia surety bond specifically protects individuals harmed by a licensed private detective or security agency who violates Georgia state law.
What is the purpose of a Georgia private detective security agency bond?
You need to file this private security company or detective agency bond to fulfill Georgia Code license requirements. By filing this bond you, the licensee, agree to comply with all laws that govern private detective and security agencies in Georgia. If you fail to comply with Georgia Code Section 43-38 and other state law while working as a private security or private detective agency, your issuing surety company will pay valid claims to harmed individuals up to your full $25,000 bond amount, which you must reimburse.
Who regulates licensing for private detective and security agencies?
The Georgia Secretary of State Board of Private Detectives and Security Agencies enforces licensing requirements for the state's private security company and private detective licensees. If you have questions about your current licensing or new license application, the SOS advises you submit an online contact form.
What is the private detective and security agency bond amount?
Georgia state law requires private detective and security agency licensees file a $25,000 surety bond as part of the state's licensing application process.
How do I update or change my private detective and security agency bond?
If the Board of Private Detectives and Security Agencies requires your bond form to be updated for any reason, contact your surety provider. If you purchased your bond from SuretyBonds.com, email [email protected] to explain the needed change. The most common changes requested are updating your licensee name or county to match your current license or new licensing application paperwork.
How do I renew my Georgia private detective and security agency bond?
You must renew your Georgia private detective and security agency bond before its current term expires. Once you pay your renewal invoice, a new bond form will be issued and sent to you for your next Georgia Secretary of State licensing term.
What are the requirements for a private investigator license in Georgia?
You'll need to complete the following steps to apply for your Georgia private detective business or private security company license.
- Complete your security agency or private detective application.
- Upload required documentation.
- Pay your $100 non-refundable application fee.
- Purchase and file a Georgia surety bond in the $25,000 required bond amount.
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