Armed Private Investigator License

CLEET Phases IV Certification

Legal foundations for armed private security & PIs under the Oklahoma Security Guard & Private Investigator Act (use-of-force, carry while on duty, liability, documentation). Legal Information Institute
Firearms safety, handling, care/maintenance, range procedures, and qualification built from the CLEET firearms curriculum. Legal Information Institute
Approved weapon platforms and calibers for training and qualification (handgun: revolver .38/.357+ or semi-auto 9mm+; rifle/shotgun when applicable). Legal Information Institute
CLEET qualification standards and annual requalification expectations (Course of Fire). Welcome to Oklahoma's Official Web Site
Taser & OC—supplemental control tools required for an armed license (training provided separately). Welcome to Oklahoma's Official Web Site

~32 hours (minimum) — per firearm category for Phase IV (handgun; rifle/shotgun if taken). Welcome to Oklahoma's Official Web Site

You complete the state-mandated firearms training and are eligible to take the Phase IV Firearms Exam (administered through Oklahoma CareerTech test centers). Welcome to Oklahoma's Official Web Site
With required phases satisfied, you can upgrade to an Armed Security Guard and/or Armed Private Investigator license (3-year license term). Welcome to Oklahoma's Official Web Site

Psychological evaluation (MMPI) must be completed before Phase IV training, by a licensed psychologist using CLEET’s process/form. Legal Information Institute
Age 21+ to be licensed as armed (security guard or PI). Justia
Equipment & firearms: Platforms/calibers must meet CLEET rules for training/qualification (e.g., 9mm+ semi-auto or .38/.357+ revolver). Legal Information Institute
Testing: Written Phase IV Firearms Exam (CareerTech) and a passing qualification Course of Fire; armed licensees must requalify annually. Welcome to Oklahoma's Official Web Site
Continuing education: 8 hours per licensing period for armed security guards; 16 hours for armed private investigators. Welcome to Oklahoma's Official Web Site
Application items: fingerprints through IdentoGO, licensing fees, proof of training and qualification, and (if upgrading) the armed affidavit—handled via CLEET’s online portal. Welcome to Oklahoma's Official Web Site

Phase IV certifies that you can carry and deploy a firearm lawfully and competently, reducing legal exposure for you and your employer while meeting state standards. Legal Information Institute
Many posts and clients require an armed endorsement; completing Phase IV widens your job options and enables higher-responsibility assignments. Welcome to Oklahoma