Benefits
Networking
Networking with professionals from all corners of Indiana and beyond through our affiliations.
Access to Vendors
Access to preferred vendors providing the latest in resources and technology.
Communication and Connection
Through newsletters, email, and a listserv, members receive the latest news and events in Indiana and elsewhere. The listserv gives members access to other members' expertise and assistance.
Continuing Education
INspi is committed to offering continuing education and professional development opportunities that will enhance individual skill sets and advance the profession. Networking meetings and training seminars are conducted throughout the year. All professionals are invited. Educational opportunities are typically arranged in two categories: 1) the business of private investigative and security firms and 2) tradecraft or skills of investigators and security professionals. In additional to our seminars and membership meetings, INspi works with other professional associations and training groups to offer education and training opportunities with discounted rates for members.
Legislative Advocacy
INspi is an association member of the National Council of Investigation & Security Services, the national legislative voice of professional investigators and security providers. NCISS’ legislative advocacy firm in Washington, Lobbyit, that monitors legislative activity. Follow legislative news at www.nciss.org.
Insurance Program
Our members are eligible for discounts on professional liability insurance with major insurance carriers that insure professional investigators and security contractors in multiple states.
INspi Classes of Membership
PRINCIPAL MEMBER: (Must be the license holder for a valid Investigative Firm or Security Guard Agency within the State of Indiana)
To become a Principal Member, the applicant must be a valid license holder for a Private Investigative Firm License or a valid license holder for a Security Guard Agency License issued by the State of Indiana. Only a Principal Member may vote on the society’s business, and the society will maintain a one Principal - one vote policy. A Principal member will be accorded full rights of membership in the society in addition to the right to vote, and including but not limited to, the right to hold elected office and to serve in any appointed position.
AFFILIATE MEMBER: (Must be a principal licensee duly licensed by a licensing authority outside the state of Indiana and not a license holder in the state of Indiana)
To become Affiliate Member, the applicant must be a principal licensee duly licensed by the licensing authority of another state or territory, and not licensed in the state of Indiana. An affiliate member will be accorded full rights of membership, except the right to vote and hold office. - Affiliate membership is also available to others not otherwise eligible, yet who share the aims and principles of the society and is approved by the executives.
ASSOCIATE MEMBER: (An employee of any Principal or Affiliate Member)
To become an Associate Member, one must be an employee of a state licensee Principal Member or the employee of an out of state licensee Affiliate member. An Associate member will be accorded full rights of membership, except the right to vote and hold office. An Associate membership will be valid only during the term said member is regularly employed by a Principal or Affiliate member of the society.
ASSOCIATE INVESTIGATOR MEMBER: (An investigator employed by an investigative firm in which the licensee of the investigative firm does not hold membership)
To become an Associate Investigator Member, one must be an employee of a state licensee or an employee of an out of state licensee in which the principal licensee holder is not a member of the society. The Associate Investigator member will be accorded full rights of membership, except the right to vote and hold office.
ASSOCIATE SECURITY PROFESSIONAL MEMBER: (A security professional employed by a Security Guard Agency in which the licensee of the Security Guard Agency does not hold membership)
To become an Associate Security Professional Member, one must be an employee of a state licensee or an employee of an out of state licensee in which the principal licensee holder is not a member of the society. The Associate Security Professional member will be accorded full rights of membership, except the right to vote and hold office.
ASSOCIATE PROCESS SERVER MEMBER: (A Process Server that is employed by a firm in which the licensee of the firm does not hold membership)
To become an Associate Process Server Member, one must be an employee of a state licensee or an employee of an out of state licensee in which the principal licensee holder is not a member of the society. The Associate Process Servicer Member will be accorded full rights of membership, except the right to vote and hold office. (If the state in which the process server is employed doesn’t require licensing, the membership will be considered)
LIFE MEMBER: (Any Principal Member is eligible for Life Membership)
Any Principal Member of the society is eligible for Life membership upon payment of the proper dues. A Life member will receive special recognition from the society, in a manner determined by the Executive Council, and will be accorded full rights of Principal membership.
DISQUALIFICATIONS:
If a member is convicted of a felony offense, a misdemeanor offense involving moral turpitude or sanctioned by a governing regulatory agency or licensing board from the member’s state, his/her membership within the society may be revoked for cause. No person who applies for membership in the society and who has been convicted of a felony offense or a misdemeanor offense which involves moral turpitude shall be confirmed for membership.
Mission Statement
The Indiana Society of Professional Investigators Inc. is formed in order to establish and promote a state society which will organize and educate its members, promote and enforce professional canons of ethics, develop and sponsor mutual feelings of good will and trust among its members and other investigative and related associations and organizations throughout the United States of America, and worldwide.
INSpi Code of Ethics
PREAMBLE
The Indiana Society of Professional Investigators hereby states that a member should at all times exhibit high professional standards, and should protect and further his or her client’s interest and confidentiality, in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and circumstances. It should be the intention of every member to deal honestly, justly and courteously with all, and to practice his or her profession according to this Code of Ethics.
PROFESSIONAL RELATIONS
Section 1. Each member of the society will cooperate with other investigators and related professionals, and by the exchange of information and experience promote the welfare of his or her profession in all matters not in conflict with the member’s relationship with a client or employer.
Section 2. A member will not advertise his or her services in a manner which would be deemed unprofessional or inappropriate by his or her peers, or in a dramatic, misleading, or exaggerated fashion. A member will not engage in conduct which would bring discredit, dishonor, or injury to the dignity and honor of his or her profession, or to this society.
RELATIONS WITH CLIENTS AND PUBLIC
Section 3. Upon request, the member will give to each client a full explanation of the work to be performed, rates and fees to be charged, and reports to be rendered.
Section 4. The member will preserve the confidentiality of the client or employer and the client’s or employer’s interests unless directed otherwise by the client or employer, or unless under a specific order of legal authority.
Section 5. The member will make all reporting based upon truth and fact, and will offer honest opinions and conclusions based thereon.
Section 6. The member will conduct all aspects of his or her business within the bounds of legal, moral, and ethical considerations.
Section 7. The member will not accept his assignment or employment if a personal or professional conflict of interest lies therein.
Section 8. The member will not utilize techniques, equipment, or devices which might threaten the life, limb or safety of another.
Section 9. The member will strive to improve as a professional, to respect the individual rights of others and to insure the same of those under his or her employ, or in his or her sphere of influence.
RELATIONS WITH INVESTIGATORS AND OTHERS
Section 10. The member will participate in continuing education as may be directed by the Board of Directors.
Section 11. The member will not directly or indirectly injure the professional or personal reputation or business opportunities of another member. If a member believes that another member is guilty of unethical conduct, illegal activity or unfair practice or designs, the member will present the information to the proper authority or body for action.
Section 12. The member will not criticize another member’s work or business practices except in the proper forum for technical discussion and criticism.
Section 13. The member will not compete illegally with another member in the solicitation of work.
Section 14. A member will not engage in the unauthorized practice of law.
Section 15. A member will not solicit clientele for any attorney.
