Alabama Private Investigator Practice Exam

Employees of a business that does not specialize in private investigation do not require licensure while performing related duties.

1. True

2. False

3. Only during probationary periods

4. Only if specified in their contract

The correct answer is: True

The statement holds true because in Alabama, individuals or employees who are engaged in activities that may be considered private investigation usually need to be licensed if they are operating as a private investigator. However, employees working for a business that is not specifically in the private investigation field may not require a license while performing duties that relate to their job but do not focus exclusively on private investigation. For example, if their primary role involves conducting investigations as part of a broader job function but not as their main responsibility, they generally do not have to hold a private investigator license. This distinction helps clarify the regulatory framework governing private investigation work in Alabama. It acknowledges that while private investigation is a regulated profession, certain roles within organizations that don't focus on investigations might engage in related activities without the need for specific licensure.