Regulatory Authority
Primary Regulators
How Licensing Works in New Jersey
New Jersey regulates private investigation through the Private Detective Act framework administered by the Superintendent of State Police. This structure covers private detective licensing and related agency controls administered by the New Jersey State Police.
New Jersey regulates private security through the Security Officer Registration Act (SORA). Under this framework, security officer companies are licensed by the Superintendent, and security officers are subject to registration requirements administered by the New Jersey State Police.
New Jersey operates as a centralized, statewide regime for these regulated activities through the State Police.
Licenses Issued by the State
Security Services
- New Jersey Security Officer Registration
- New Jersey Security Officer Firearms Certification
Private Investigation Services
- New Jersey Private Detective License
- New Jersey Private Detective Agency License
Operational Notes for Multi-State Firms
New Jersey separates private detective regulation from security officer regulation, with both administered through the Superintendent of State Police. Firms should distinguish between private detective services and security officer services when mapping licensing and registration obligations.