What action must be taken if a private investigator’s license is revoked?

If a private investigator's license is revoked, the appropriate action is to appeal the decision if the individual seeks reinstatement. This process allows the investigator the opportunity to challenge the revocation, present their case, and potentially have their license restored if the appeal is successful.

In Texas, a license revocation indicates serious issues that have been determined by the licensing board. However, appealing the revocation is a formal procedure that is in place for individuals to protect their professional integrity and address any misunderstandings or errors that may have led to the revocation. By filing an appeal, the investigator engages with the appeals process, which may involve a hearing or submission of evidence to support their case for regaining their license.

While it is essential to cease all operations immediately when a license is revoked, which is critical to comply with legal regulations, it is not the primary action taken for reinstatement. The option to reapply after a specified period may exist but generally would occur only after the appeals process or if the individual meets specific conditions set forth by the licensing authority. Notifying clients is important, but it does not directly relate to the reinstatement of the investigator's license; instead, it involves ethical considerations regarding the continuity of service during the revocation period.