Any person, partnership, association, or corporation applying for a license to conduct a private detective business, which includes investigators and watch, guard, or patrol agencies. Required when: Upon approval of the license application by the Court of Common Pleas and prior to the issuance of the license certifica…
Overview
What it is.
Any person, partnership, association, or corporation applying for a license to conduct a private detective business, which includes investigators and watch, guard, or patrol agencies. Required when: Upon approval of the license application by the Court of Common Pleas and prior to the issuance of the license certifica…
Who usually needs it
Any person, partnership, association, or corporation applying for a license to conduct a private detective business, which includes investigators and watch, guard, or patrol agencies.
Pricing & timing
What to expect.
Generic pricing
Miscellaneous commercial bonds cover a wide range of business obligations not fitting other categories. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Pricing varies by specific bond type and requirements. Some miscellaneous bonds may price higher depending o…
Typical timeframe
Credit-based approval — varies by bond type
Application
What to do next.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.
StatePABond amount$10,000Term length2 YearsObligeePennsylvania Court of Common Pleas (Clerk of Courts)RenewalThe bond must be renewed every two years upon the renewal of the private detective license, requiring the filing of a new surety bond in the same amount ($10,000).Bond classMiscellaneous CommercialCategoryInsuranceBondCorporate BondStatutory reference22 P.S. § 16JurisdictionState
