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

Can a NY PI licensee simultaneously hold an employment agency license?

1. Yes

2. No

3. Only with special permission

4. Yes, but only if the businesses are separate entities

The correct answer is: No

Explanation A New York PI licensee cannot simultaneously hold an employment agency license because the New York State Department of State prohibits individuals or entities from holding both licenses at the same time. This is to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure that each licensee is able to properly fulfill the specific requirements and responsibilities of their respective licenses. Option A is incorrect because it directly contradicts the state regulations. Option C is incorrect because "special permission" is not granted for this specific scenario. Option D is incorrect because running the businesses as separate entities does not change the fact that the same individual is holding both licenses.