Any person or entity desiring to operate a private investigation business in South Carolina. Required when: Application for a Private Investigation License. Exemptions: Law enforcement officers in certain contexts; individuals receiving compensation for private employment on an individual, independent contractor basis…
Overview
What it is.
Any person or entity desiring to operate a private investigation business in South Carolina. Required when: Application for a Private Investigation License. Exemptions: Law enforcement officers in certain contexts; individuals receiving compensation for private employment on an individual, independent contractor basis…
Who usually needs it
Any person or entity desiring to operate a private investigation business in South Carolina.
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.
StateSCBond amount$10,000Term lengthAnnualObligeeSouth Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED)RenewalLicensees must renew their license annually by submitting a renewal application to SLED, paying the $350 annual license fee, providing proof of 12 hours of continuing education every 24 months, and maintaining the $10,0…Bond classMiscellaneous CommercialCategoryConstructionBondStatutory BondStatutory referenceS.C. Code Ann. § 40-18-70(B)JurisdictionState
