ODPS PISGS

Mission Statement:

To maintain a standard of excellence for the private investigator and security guard industry by ensuring all applicants meet the established criteria for licensing and registration, and enforcing the laws governing the industry to protect the safety of the citizens of Ohio.

Company License Renewal Period January 2 to March 1

All licenses expire March 1 pursuant to Chapter 4749.03 of the Ohio Revised Code. All company providers must renew their license and qualifying agent(s) prior to March 1.

A license renewal user guide can be found at the PISGS website under the Resources for Licensed Companies page.

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If your license expires, you cannot provide services, advertise, or solicit business; and all registered employees are terminated.

If you closed your business, please send PISGS a letter indicating the date the business was closed and return your wall license and Qualifying Agent card.