Five years in police, defence, intelligence, judiciary or prosecution substitutes for the training requirement
Exam
Yes
Training
Ministry-approved detective training and preparation programme
Renewal
Licence valid 5 years; new licence may be requested up to 45 days before expiry
Continuing education
None required by the Law; only initial training and the professional exam
Recording calls
One-party consent
Firearms
A detective may obtain a permit to carry a personal weapon under the Weapons and Ammunition Act; detective companies may not hold weapons, and force may be used only in self-defence (Arts. 15-16)
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