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  1. According to NRS Chapter 648, what is the minimum general liability insurance a private investigator licensee must maintain?

    Answer: $200,000

    NRS 648.135 requires that a licensee maintain a general liability insurance policy with a minimum coverage of $200,000. This is to ensure financial responsibility for any potential damages or liabilities incurred in the course of their professional duties.

  2. A licensed private investigator in Nevada is convicted of a misdemeanor crime involving moral turpitude. Under NRS 648.150, which of the following is a potential disciplinary action the PILB can take?

    Answer: Suspension or revocation of the license.

    NRS 648.150 lists the grounds for disciplinary action, which includes conviction of a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude. The Board has the authority to suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew a license for such a conviction.

  3. A private investigator's license in Nevada expires annually on what date?

    Answer: June 30th

    According to the Nevada Private Investigators Licensing Board, all licenses are valid for one year and the license cycle runs from July 1 through June 30 of each year. Licensees are responsible for renewing their license no later than June 30th.

  4. Which of the following must be included in all advertisements for a private investigation business, according to NAC 648.525?

    Answer: The business's license number.

    NAC 648.525 explicitly states that a licensee must include the license number issued by the Board in all advertisements and written communications regarding the business.

  5. A private investigator is hired to conduct a background check on a potential employee. The client asks the investigator to access the applicant's sealed criminal records. According to NRS, what should the investigator do?

    Answer: Inform the client that accessing sealed records for pre-employment screening is prohibited.

    NRS 179.245 prohibits employers from requesting or using sealed or expunged criminal records in employment decisions. A private investigator, acting as an agent for the employer, is bound by this same restriction and must inform the client that this action is illegal.

  6. To qualify for a private investigator's license in Nevada, an applicant must have at least how many years of experience as an investigator or its equivalent?

    Answer: 5 years

    NRS 648.110 requires that an applicant for a private investigator's license must have at least 5 years of experience as an investigator, which equates to 10,000 hours, or an equivalent as determined by the Board.