The bill H. 4141 aims to amend Section 40-18-70 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which outlines the requirements for private investigation licensure. The key change proposed in this bill is the inclusion of experience gained in military service as a valid qualification for licensure. Specifically, it allows individuals who have served in the United States Armed Forces and have held roles with investigation duties to count this experience towards the three years required for licensure.

In addition to this new provision, the bill maintains existing requirements for licensure, such as being at least twenty-one years old, possessing a high school diploma or equivalent, being a U.S. citizen, and having a clean legal record. The bill also specifies that the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) must issue a license to eligible applicants who meet these criteria. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
03/05/2025: 40-18-70
Latest Version: 40-18-70