This chapter may be cited as the Private Investigator Act.
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Section § 7512
This section of the law is officially known as the Private Investigator Act.
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Section § 7512.1
This law states that when you see the term "director" in this chapter, it typically refers to the Director of Consumer Affairs, unless it's obvious that another meaning is intended.
As used in this chapter, “director” means the Director of Consumer Affairs, unless the context indicates otherwise.
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Section § 7512.10
This section defines an 'employer' as someone who hires people, pays them, lists them on payroll, and makes all necessary tax deductions and contributions.
As used in this chapter, “employer” means a person who employs an individual for wages or salary, lists the individual on the employer’s payroll records, and withholds all legally required deductions and contributions.
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Section § 7512.11
In this chapter, an 'employee' is defined as someone who works for a company, appears on the company's payroll, and is directed by that company.
As used in this chapter, “employee” means an individual who works for an employer, is listed on the employer’s payroll records, and is under the employer’s direction and control.
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Section § 7512.12
This section defines what an 'employer-employee' relationship means. Essentially, it describes a situation where a person works for someone else, appears on their payroll records, and is managed and directed by the employer.
As used in this chapter, “employer-employee” relationship means a relationship in which an individual works for another, the individual’s name appears on the payroll records of the employer, and the employee is under the direction and control of the employer.
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Section § 7512.13
This section explains that the terms 'firearm permit,' 'firearms permit,' 'firearms qualification card,' 'firearms qualification,' and 'firearms qualification permit' all refer to the same type of permit within this chapter.
As used in this chapter, “firearm permit” includes “firearms permit,” “firearms qualification card,” “firearms qualification,” and “firearms qualification permit.”
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Section § 7512.14
This law defines who is considered a 'member' of a limited liability company, referring to another specific legal provision for details. It also notes that this definition is temporary and will no longer be in effect after January 1, 2030.
(a)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.14(a) As used in this chapter, “member” means an individual who is a member of a limited liability company as specified in Section 17704.01 of the Corporations Code.
(b)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.14(b) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2030, and as of that date is repealed.
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Section § 7512.15
This law defines what 'manager' means in the context of a manager-managed LLC. Specifically, it's a person chosen to handle management duties as outlined in another section of the Corporations Code. However, this definition is temporary and will expire on January 1, 2030.
(a)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.15(a) As used in this chapter, “manager” means an individual designated under an operating agreement of a manager-managed limited liability company who is responsible for performing the management functions for the limited liability company specified in subdivision (c) of Section 17704.07 of the Corporations Code.
(b)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.15(b) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2030, and as of that date is repealed.
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Section § 7512.2
This law section says that the director is responsible for making sure the rules in this chapter are followed and carried out.
The director shall administer and enforce the provisions of this chapter.
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Section § 7512.3
This law defines the term "person" to include not just individuals but also groups like companies, partnerships, and corporations. It is only applicable until January 1, 2030, after which it will no longer be in effect.
(a)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.3(a) As used in this chapter, “person” includes any individual, firm, company, limited liability company, association, organization, partnership, and corporation.
(b)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.3(b) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2030, and as of that date is repealed.
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Section § 7512.3
This law explains that within the context of the chapter it's part of, the term 'person' is used broadly to include individuals and various types of business entities like firms and corporations. Additionally, this particular definition will be in effect starting January 1, 2030.
(a)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.3(a) As used in this chapter, “person” includes any individual, firm, company, association, organization, partnership, and corporation.
(b)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.3(b) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2030.
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Section § 7512.4
This law section defines the term "bureau" specifically as the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.
As used in this chapter, “bureau” means the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.
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Section § 7512.5
In this section, 'chief' refers to the person in charge of the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.
As used in this chapter, “chief” means the Chief of the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.
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Section § 7512.6
This law simply defines the term 'licensee' as someone who holds a license under the guidelines of this specific chapter.
As used in this chapter, “licensee” means a person licensed under this chapter.
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Section § 7512.7
This law defines what a 'qualified manager' is in the context of private investigation businesses in California. A qualified manager is the person in charge of running the business under a specific license and must have a valid certificate. Additionally, an individual with a qualified manager license can work with multiple private investigator licenses. This section of the law will start being enforced on January 1, 2025.
(a)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.7(a) As used in this chapter:
(1)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.7(a)(1) “Qualified manager” means the individual under whose direction, control, charge, or management the business of a licensee is operated as specified in Section 7536, and who is in possession of a current and valid qualified manager’s certificate issued pursuant to this chapter.
(2)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.7(a)(2) The holder of a qualified manager license is an individual who has applied for and received a qualified manager license, as provided in Section 7525.2, and is eligible to be associated with more than one private investigator license pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 7536.
(b)CA Business & Professions Code § 7512.7(b) This section shall become operative on January 1,
2025.
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Section § 7513
The director of the Department of Consumer Affairs can delegate their powers and duties to other officers or employees. However, the director is still responsible for overseeing all actions taken by these individuals.
Every power and duty granted to or imposed upon the director may be exercised by any other officer or employee of the Department of Consumer Affairs authorized by the director, but the director shall have the supervision of and the responsibility for all powers and duties exercised by these officers and employees.
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Section § 7513.5
The director is allowed to hire inspectors, investigators, and other staff needed to enforce this chapter, following state employment rules and certain legal provisions.
The director may, in accordance with the State Civil Service Act and subject to the provisions of Section 159.5, appoint and fix the compensation of inspectors, investigators, and other personnel as may be necessary for the enforcement of this chapter.
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Section § 7514
This section clarifies that you can't practice law in California unless you're an active member of the State Bar of California. Just reading this chapter doesn't give you that right.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as entitling any person to practice law in this state unless he or she is an active member of the State Bar of California.
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