Resources & Reference

The official portal for the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau. Verify licenses, access rules, and manage your PSB account.

Search and verify the license status of any Texas-licensed private investigator, security officer, or private security company.

Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board license search tool. Useful for cross-referencing professional credentials in real estate and appraisal matters.

The primary statute governing private investigators and security services in Texas. Chapter 1702 of the Texas Occupations Code defines licensing requirements and professional standards.

Access the complete Texas Statutes and Codes through the official Texas Legislature Online portal, including administrative rules and regulations.

Search business entity filings, registered agents, and corporate records through the Texas Secretary of State's official SOSDirect portal.

Search civil and criminal case records across Texas courts through the official Texas Judicial Branch case management portal.

Access civil, criminal, and family court records for Dallas County through the District Clerk's online portal.

Search court filings, judgments, and case records for Tarrant County through the official District Clerk's online system.

Access court records, civil filings, and case information for Collin County through the District Clerk's online portal.

Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) provides access to U.S. federal appellate, district, and bankruptcy court documents.

Official TxDMV portal for vehicle registration, title records, and dealer information. Access requires proper DPPA authorization.

Access birth, death, marriage, and divorce records through the Texas Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics Unit.

Official United States Postal Service address and ZIP code lookup tool, useful for address verification in investigations.

NTPIA Association Bylaws

The governing document that establishes the structure, rules, and procedures of the North Texas Private Investigators Association.

NTPIA Code of Ethics

The full NTPIA Professional Code of Ethics and Conduct, outlining the 11 standards of professional behavior required of all members.

CE Credit Application Form

Continuing education credit application form for NTPIA-approved courses. Submit to the Board after completing qualifying CE activities.

CE Course Approval Request

Form for instructors and organizations seeking NTPIA approval for continuing education courses under Texas DPS-PSB School No. Y00131.

Membership Application

Official NTPIA membership application form for new members seeking to join the Association.

Member Complaint Form

Written complaint form for submitting ethics or conduct concerns to the NTPIA Board of Directors for formal review.