of the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.
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as published by the Secretary of State in the "Laws of Illinois", controls.
(Par. 446/5. Definitions) Section 5. Definitions. In this Act:
"Private detective" means any person who by any means, including but not limited to manual or electronic methods, engages in the business of, accepts employment to furnish, or agrees to make or makes investigations for fees or other valuable consideration to obtain information with reference to:
(1) Crime or wrongs done or threatened against the United States or any state or territory of the United States.
(2) The identity, habits, conduct, business occupation, honesty, integrity, credibility, knowledge, trustworthiness, efficiency, loyalty, activity, movements, whereabouts, affiliations, associations, transactions, acts, reputation, or character of any person, firm, association, or corporation, by any means, manually or electronically.
(3) The location, disposition, or recovery of lost or stolen property.
(4) The cause, origin, or responsibility for fires, accidents, or injuries to real or personal property.
(5) The truth or falsity of any statement or representation.
(6) Securing evidence to be used before any court, board, officer, or investigating committee.
(7) Personal protection of individuals from bodily harm or death (bodyguard functions).
(8) Service of process in criminal and civil proceedings without court order.
"Private detective agency" means any person, firm, association, or corporation that engages in the private detective business and employs one or more persons in conducting the business.