Continuing Education Rules & Regulations for Kansas Private Investigators
If you're a licensed private detective in Kansas, you must meet specific continuing education requirements to renew your license. Here's an overview of the rules and guidelines mandated by the Office of the Kansas Attorney General under K.A.R. 16-4-2. There is no online verification portal; the Licensing Unit can be reached at (785) 296-4240.
Continuing Education Requirements
- Private detectives in Kansas must complete 8 hours of continuing education per two-year period (one hour equals 50 minutes).
- Renewal is biennial; licenses expire December 31.
- Self-study is explicitly allowed, and no online cap is stated.
- Extra CE hours cannot be carried over to the next renewal period.
Steps to Receive Continuing Education Credit
- Complete 8 hours of classroom or self-study continuing education.
- Obtain certificate copies for each course.
- Submit the certificate copies with your renewal application to the Attorney General Licensing Unit for review under K.A.R. 16-4-2.
Important Notes
- The Attorney General's office does not pre-approve providers.
Information sourced from the official state authority: Office of the Kansas Attorney General — Private Detective Licensing Unit
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