Private Investigator Exam Legal & Ethics 3

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a permissible purpose for accessing someone's driver's license record under the Driver's Privacy Protection Act (DPPA)?

Accepted Answer

Satisfying personal curiosity about an acquaintance

Answer

The DPPA restricts access to motor vehicle records to specific permissible purposes; personal curiosity does not qualify.

Question 2

A PI discovers evidence of a crime while working a civil case for a client. The PI's best course of action is to:

Accepted Answer

Consult an attorney regarding reporting obligations and inform the client

Answer

When a PI discovers evidence of a crime, they should consult legal counsel and inform the client, as reporting obligations may vary by state and crime type.

Question 3

The principle of 'confidentiality' in PI work means:

Accepted Answer

Client information and case findings must not be disclosed to unauthorized parties

Answer

Confidentiality obligates the PI to protect all client information and case findings from unauthorized disclosure.

Question 4

If a subject confronts a PI during surveillance, the PI should generally:

Accepted Answer

Calmly disengage and relocate without confirming or denying their purpose

Answer

The safest professional response is to disengage calmly; revealing the investigation's scope could compromise the case and endanger the PI.

Question 5

What is the significance of a 'cease and desist' letter for a PI conducting a case?

Accepted Answer

It legally requires the PI or their client to stop a specified activity

Answer

A cease and desist letter from an attorney demands that the recipient stop a particular activity, and ignoring it can lead to legal action.

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Private Investigator Exam Legal & Ethics 3