New York Watch, Guard, or Patrol Agency (WGP) License Practice Exam

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Can a NY PI employ a convicted felon?

Yes
No
Yes, if pardoned
Yes, after 5 years of conviction

The correct answer is: No

This is because Under New York law, convicted felons are prohibited from being hired in certain industries and being a licensed private investigator is one of them. This restriction is in place to protect the public and ensure that licensed PIs are fit to conduct investigations and handle sensitive information. Therefore, even if a felon has been pardoned or 5 years have passed since their conviction, they are still not legally allowed to be employed as a private investigator in New York. Option A and C are incorrect as they suggest that a felon can be employed as a PI, which is not true. Option D is incorrect because the 5-year time frame does not apply to the profession of private investigation.