Are Maryland investigation and security services required to be licensed?
When do I need to hire a private detective?
How do I become a member of the Maryland Investigators and Security Association?Which credit cards do you accept?
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Are Maryland investigation and security services required to be licensed?
To legally conduct an investigation or security services in Maryland, professional private investigation and security providers must be licensed through the Maryland State Police (Phone 410-799-0191). Legal investigation agencies are issued a Maryland private detective license (PDL), and legal security guard companies are issued a Maryland Security Guard License (SGL). If you suspect that a security or investigation provider is operating illegally in Maryland, contact M.I.S.A. or the Maryland State Police. Back to TopWhen do I need to hire a private detective?
You may need a private detective for many legal reasons. The most well known use is to prove adultery and/or in custody issues. Private detectives are also an extension of law enforcement in criminal cases where the police may not be able to proceed due to budgetary limitations. P.I.'s also locate deadbeat parents, do adoption searches, pre-employment background investigations, executive protection, assist in locating missing children, corporate investigations, and insurance investigations. Feel free to contact a MISA member to discuss your needs. Back to Top
How do I become a member of the Maryland Investigators and Security Association?
You can click on Membership Application, print the form out, and fill it out. Mail the completed application to the address on the application along with your check. You can also contact the MISA line at 410-692-2878 or toll free at 1-877-884-5448.Back to Top
Which credit cards do you accept?
Visa,Mastercard, Discover and American Express are accepted, as well as debit cards which bear the Visa or Mastercard logo. Back to Top
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