Tennessee Private Investigator Licensing Practice Exam

What must a licensee notify the commission about within 30 days?

1. Any votes of disqualification

2. Any change in the qualifying agent identified in their application

3. Any audits or reviews performed on the company

4. Any job offers received

The correct answer is: Any change in the qualifying agent identified in their application

A licensee is required to notify the commission about any change in the qualifying agent identified in their application within 30 days. This is crucial for maintaining accurate and current records regarding the individuals who have authority and responsibility for the licensee's operations. The qualifying agent is often responsible for ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards, and any change can significantly impact the licensee’s standing and the trust that clients and the commission place in the agency. Prompt notification allows the commission to keep their records updated and ensures that the licensee continues to operate within the legal framework established for private investigators in Tennessee. The other scenarios, such as votes of disqualification or job offers, typically do not carry the same importance in terms of direct regulatory compliance. While audits and reviews are also significant, they are often part of more extensive reporting processes that do not require immediate notification in the same way as a change in the qualifying agent.