Statutes and Rules

The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) and the Board adopt rules. These rules set minimum standards for employment, training, and certification in private security. They help DPSST meet legal requirements and support the agency’s mission to improve public safety.

Private Investigator Statutes and Rules:

Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) Chapter 703.401 - Private Investigators

Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 703 Private Investigator

Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) Chapter 259 Division 61 Rules

Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 259-061 Investigator Licensing Standards and Regulations

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Proposed, Temporary and Permanent Rule Changes

For all rule changes and instructions on how to submit comments for a proposed rule change please visit DPSST's Statutes and Rules Page.