Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee Title 1160 - Private Investigation and Polygraph Commission (Polygraph Rules)
Here’s a clear overview of Tennessee’s Title 1160 – Private Investigation & Polygraph Commission (Polygraph Rules), including the Administration and Continuing Education chapters:
📌 Chapter 1160‑01: Administration & Enforcement
1160‑01‑.01 Definitions
Defines key terms—“Commissioner,” “Internship,” “Intern Sponsor,” “Person,” and “Polygraph Examiner”—as per Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.) § 62‑27‑102 (law.cornell.edu).
1160‑01‑.02 Applications
To apply for a polygraph examiner license or internship, applicants must submit:
The required non-refundable fee (per Rule 1160‑01‑.08)
A passport-style photo (2×3″ or 3×3″)
Fingerprints on a card processed by law enforcement
Applications must be complete (all questions answered + required items); incomplete applications will be returned if not corrected within 90 days (regulations.justia.com).
1160‑01‑.03 Examinations
Applicants must meet educational and training prerequisites before taking the licensing exam. (Full criteria are detailed in the official PDF.)
1160‑01‑.04 through .08
These sections cover:
.04: Recordkeeping and reporting requirements
.05: Grounds for disciplinary action (e.g., fraud, negligence)
.06: Procedures for hearings and appeal
.07: Renewal, reinstatement, and inactive status rules
.08: Fee schedules for licensing, permits, renewals, and late penalties
(For comprehensive text of these sections, see the official rulebook PDF.) (law.cornell.edu, publications.tnsosfiles.com, publications.tnsosfiles.com)
📚 Chapter 1160‑02: Continuing Education
Licensed polygraph examiners must complete mandated continuing education to renew their license. The chapter specifies:
How many credit hours are required
What types of courses qualify
Reporting procedures for credits
These rules were first adopted in 1989 and have been updated periodically, most recently becoming effective June 20, 2023 (law.cornell.edu, law.cornell.edu).
👇 Summary Table
Chapter
Focus
Key Points
1160‑01
Admin & Enforcement
Defines roles; outlines licensing applications, exams, renewal, discipline
1160‑02
Continuing Education
Details required CE hours and documentation for license renewal
✅ What This Means in Practice
Before applying: Ensure you’ve completed the necessary training/education and have all documents/photos ready.
Application: Submit fee, photo, fingerprint card—then take the licensing exam.
Once licensed: Fulfill required continuing education credits before each renewal period.
Maintain compliance: Keep accurate records and follow reporting/renewal processes to avoid penalties.
🗃️ Want the full rules?
The complete official rules are published in PDF format by the Tennessee Secretary of State’s “Rules of the Tennessee Private Investigation and Polygraph Commission” (available via state publications) (regulations.justia.com, publications.tnsosfiles.com). To access specific sections (.04–.08 or Chapter 02 full text), consult the official PDF.
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