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- Chris Johnson
Inola, OK - USA
Like many of you, I'm new too. Currently awaiting my license from CLEET. Was and am a member of George Kennedy's class. Looking forward to learning more through Roy Clugston's classes. Will be joining when license comes through.
Welcome to the iste Chris. Hope to see you as a member soon
Charles E Wilson OPIA Secretary
- Heinz
Aachen, - Germany
Very informative Website
Heinz, wasp18735@charlie.winfor.rwth-aachen.de
- George E. McKay
Lawton, OK - USA
You have a great site. I've been working as a PI for a couple years here in Oklahoma where I know live and formerly in Arkansas. I'm looking forward to my association with OPIA..
- KC Cozart
Nashville, TN -
Former Investigator / Asst. Coroner, P.I, Paramedic,Paralegal
Great Site!
- Michael West
http://www.arkansas-investigations.com
Cabot, AR -
I'm a licensed Arkansas PI who visited your site to find a pI to refer a project to. Just wanted to say that Arkansas now has a professional PI association (www.aappi.org). We hope you will use this site as a place to find qualified PI's that are willing to work with you. Your site is super, by the way.
Response from Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary and Website Administrator - snooper@oklahomapi.com Michael - Welcome to the neighborhood! Good to have you and the Arkansas Association of Professional Private Investigators as our new partners to the East. Also, I will add the AAPPI to our Link List. As we discussed during our phone conversation, I did not run for reelection in December, so after 8-years, I will be leaving the Secretary's post. As of January 1, 2005, newly elected Secretary Charles Wilson will be taking over these duties.
- David Howard
Grand Lake area, OK - USA
I am new to the PI world. I have attended the Tulsa Chapter meeting before and met some members that were great to talk to and definately enjoyed the guest speakers!! I can tell how the OPIA would be a priceless addition to any PI's business. I will hopefully be joining soon and look forward to the chance to meet more and network. I would also like the chance to work with any members that might be able to help me in starting into this field. Thank you David
- Robin Crouch
www.bok.com
Tulsa, Oklahoma - USA
I am a recruiter for the Bank of Oklahoma. Currently, I'm searching for two entry-level employees for our Security department. We have one opening in OKC and one in Tulsa. The armed CLEET license is a requirement. We offer an excellent career path and great benefits. Any referrals you can give are greatly appreciated. Interested parties can submit their resume with salary requirements by fax or e-mail. Fax: 918-280-3429. E-mail: achristie@bokf.com. Thank you for your referrals!
- Preston Williams Detective Agency
Norman, Oklahoma - USA
I have just begun my PI business here in Norman, Oklahoma and look forward to meeting members of the OPIA. If I can ever be of assistance in this area, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Response from Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary and Website Administrator snooper@oklahomapi.com Thanks Preston - Our application and details of membership can be viewed at http://www.opia.com/about_us/join.asp
The OPIA looks forward to adding you as a member very soon, which is a good place to start for new PI's.
Thanks again for your inquiry and interest!
- Gary Boatman
Tulsa, Ok - USA
I'm a new P.I. & even newer member of the OPIA. I attended the seminar in OKC on 30 & 31 July 2004. I was able to meet P.I.'s from all over the state of Oklahoma it was great. I must say that I think the OPIA state staff did a GREAT job & the vendors were also great.
Gary Boatman
Boatman Investigations
- paul brayack
www.brayack.com
los angeles, ca - usa
Very informative website.
- Chet R. Golden DBA Golden & Associates
Altus, Oklahoma - U.S.A.
Great to see OPIA still doing its best to further the image and credibility of our field. Keep up the Great work.
- Peter Munk
Vienna, - Austria
Thanks for your great work. Without you, I'd never have found a PI I can trust.
- Greg Rhodes
Lawton, Oklahoma -
Hi, I'm also a newbie here, I just got the news that I passed the Phase III exam, so I can now upgrade my security guard license to PI license. Would like to meet with anyone to learn the challenges and possibly how to break in with someone if possible. Thanks.
Greg
- Tom Haidek
Oklahoma City, OK - USA
This looks like a great organization. My grandmother and I are currently going through the training to become armed Private Investigators. This would and probably will be a very useful tool for the both of us. I would welcome any pointers that anyone in the field of computer forensics can give. I am going to be receiving my AAS in criminal justice with an emphasis in Computer Forensics in May.
Thanks and have a good day / night.
- Kelly James
Oklahoma City, OK - US
The OPIA is professional and a good source of information. I don’t hesitate to refer those who are searching for a private investigator to the OPIA.
I appreciate the link to CLEET, Oklahoma's licensing agency. Working together is the key. Thank you.
Response from Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary and Website Administrator - snooper@oklahomapi.com. Kelly - thanks for the submission and compliments. Working together is indeed the key, and with the establishment of the Private Security (includes investigators) Advisory Committee (PSAC), the level of cooperation achieved between CLEET and the OPIA has served the public and our profession well. We appreciate your supervision and guidance.
- Karen
Oklahoma City, OK - USA
Recently licensed P.I., own agency license, PPS, and looking for apprentice work. Prior experience as a paralegal in criminal and domestic work for over 10 years. Looking forward to meeting and working with other PI's and lawyers. Thanks.
Response from Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary and Website Administrator - snooper@oklahomapi.com.
Karen - we are pleased to have you as a new member of the OPIA! Nice meeting you at the Investigative Business Administration continuing education seminar in Stroud, and Welcome Aboard!
- Debbie Arwood
Edmond, OK -
Great site! Good information.
- Brad Imler
Tahlequah, Ok -
I am finishing my B.S. in Criminal Justice at Northeastern State Univ. I already have a A.A.S. in Computer Forensics. I am debating on what to do with with my degrees. A PI sound like a good choice, yet I am uncertain about Oklahoma's need for a computer crime investigator/PI. I would like to speak with PIs operating in that field for possible employment and/or general operations. I would be happy to send anyone interested a resume. Also, I am glad I found this site. It is very indept.
Thanks for your time
- Bill Eller
Prague, Ok. - USA
Like most of the guest I'm new to the industry. I would appreciate the opportunity to visit with someone about the start-up challenges involved with the P.I. business. I hope to be a new member soon.
- Shanwell Green
Norman, Oklahoma - USA
I have recently been licenses by CLEET, and this site was highly recommended by some current members. Now I know Why! I plan to be a member very soon. I was wondering how to get started in worker's compensation and other surveillance. I have been in skip tracing for 15-years, so I have established resources in that area. Any advice or suggestions on how to obtain worker's comp work would be greatly
appreciated EXCELLENT SITE!
Response from Bill L. Howard, OPIA Secretary and Website Administrator - snooper@oklahomapi.com
Thanks Shanwell. Joining the Oklahoma Private Investigators Association is always a good start, and the OPIA members welcome you!
- Stephen Dodson
broken arrow, oklahoma - USA
Very interseted in becoming and joining your group.Response from Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary and Website Administrator snooper@oklahomapi.com Thanks for the visit Stephen. Take a look at the About Us page, where you will find the OPIA membership application.
- Gary Boatman
Tulsa, OK - USA
GREAT Site I went to the meeting in Tulsa 26 June 2003 with George Kennedy's Private Investigator Class. I will joining as soon as I can get the money.
Response from Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary and Website Administrator snooper@oklahomapi.com:
We do have interesting speakers for our meetings don't we Gary? Hope to be adding your name to the membership roster very soon.
- H. Ridgely Marriott
Northport, Alabama - USA
Interesting and professional group.
I spent many years as a state and Federal investigator including US Dept of State. Will keep your organization in mind for PI referrals or executive protection. Marriott and Associates, LLC. See us in PIRegister.com
Thanks
Ridge Marriott
Response from Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary & Website Administrator: Thanks for the compliments;we appreciate your visit. snooper@oklahomapi.com
- Venesa Fielden
Tulsa, OK - USA
Looking forward to becoming a member. I will be joining in the next couple of months. Any advice for a new PI would be welcome. Any opportunities to get a little experience would also be appreciated.
- Rick Marble
Neosho, OK - USA
I am in SW Missouri and have been investigating for some time. If I can help any one, let me know.
- Robert Schilling
Meeker, OK - USA
Just wanted to say hello.
- Terry Green
Inola, OK - USA
Just got my license and am trying to get started. I'll be joining your group soon.
Thanks
- Lisa Harris
Ardmore, OK - USA
I have just taken my CLEET PI licensing test and am looking forward to getting the license and setting up shop. I am interested in becoming a card carrying member of this group and will take any and all advise and assistance on exactly how to get going. Great Website! I am also interested in continuing education seminars and where to find them. Thanks in advance.Response from Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary and Website Administrator: Welcome Lisa - we hope to have you as a member soon. Our Continuing Education Seminars are always posted about 30-days in advance on the Bulletin Board, with details and registration forms. Hope to see you at our upcoming July seminar in Stroud, OK. If I can assist you, contact me via email at snooper@oklahomapi.com
- JD Security & Investigations
Bartlesville, OK - USA
I've got my license and working in the Bartlesville area - I'll be signing up as an OPIA member as soon as my website is completed. Thanks!
- C.R.(Roger) England
Talihina, OK - USA
You have an excellent website.
- Edmund Marco
London, - England
It's a pleasure to sign your guestbook.
- Rodell Futch
http://www.futchsecurity.com
St. Louis, MO - USA
You have a great site! Many of the investigator have purchased personal security products and surveillance equipment from our website.Rodell - U 2 have a good products site, and thanks for the flowers! Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary, Website Administrator, CLEET PSAC Vice Chair snooper@oklahomapi.com
- Chris Davis
Edmond, OK - USA
Great Site . . Also, I'm looking for contacts in Edmond, OKC area to help with some questions. ThanksResponse from Bill L. Howard, OPIA Secretary and Web Administrator: I would suggest going to our website, www.opia.com and click on Find A PI at the top - in the cities list, search Edmond for our member investigators, since they could better answer your questions. Thanks for your inquiry and post. snooper@oklahomapi.com
- Rebekah
Del City, OK - USA
I think it's a really cool site. A great way for PI's who are fresh out of school to learn more. As of 03-19-02, I will be a licensed PI, and I think it is a good place to start when a person has so many questions. Keep Up The Good Work!
- Jamie McDaniel
Oklahoma City, OK - USA
Excellent Site!
- Glenn Thomas
Tulsa, OK - USA
Great site! I think this is a great way to put investigators in touch with one another, along with your meetings. I just finished phases 1-4, and need only to take the exam for my license. If anyone can use a Rookie PI for surveillance, email or call me @ 918.665.3473. I need to learn the tricks of the trade, part or full time is ok w/me.
- Theophilus Akhigbe
Lagos, - Nigeria
I read about this beautiful association on this page. I am an investigator in Nigeria who cherish you.
- Paula Hendrix
OKC, OK - USA
I was visiting the website and found it enlightening; will be licensed within a month.
- Don Myers
Claremore, OK - USA
Great Site and kudos to Bill. I will be retiring from Tulsa Public Schools in June 2002. I have law enforcement background, PI license and teach CLEET Phases I, II and III for Pryor VoTech. Classes for these begin again in January 2002, and run through May, for all phases. I want to continue working in the PI field, and any leads for employment in the future would be greatly appreciated. I should be available to begin full-time endeavor in May, 2002.Reply from Snooper aka Bill L. Howard, OPIA Secretary and Website Administrator - good to hear from you Don. Thanks for visiting our website, and hope to be adding you as a member real soon. Information is posted online in the About Us section, and includes the membership application. Stay Warm and to all, Have A great Holiday Season and New Year!
- Jose Luis
Iquitos, - Peru
I am a PI in Iquitos, Peru. I would appreciate very much if anyone would give me some information on personal protection procedures. Great website OPIA, and greetings from the Rain forest.
- Christopher Gee
Oklahoma City, OK - USA
I just finished my CLEET training and plan to get my license soon.
- Anita J. Sullivan
Edmond, OK - USA
Hello, thought I would give an up-date! I am now a member of the OPIA as of 06/23/01. I would like to thank all for the great responses I received when I first posted to the Guestbook a while back! I am a new Agency and probably could use all the help I can get! This is a whole new frontier and I am excited about getting up and running! I would greatly appreciate any advice or pointers from anyone!
- Annette Scott
Antlers, OK - USA
What does someone need to do to get a private investigators license? What courses does someone need to take and what else would I need to do to get mine?Response From Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary - snooper@iamerica.net - Private Investigators in Oklahoma must be licensed by CLEET - 405.425.2775 - this state agency can provide information regarding required training and other licensing requirements. For someone starting without experience, it is sometimes difficult to find employment with an established PI agency, but not impossible. Many PI's have former law enforcement experience, which is of great benefit. If you do obtain your license, the OPIA will welcome your membership to the organization. Hope I've been helpful in answered your questions.
- Allan K. Mills
Bartlesville, OK - USA
Great Site! I work for the OMD as a Juvenile Accountability Officer and have a serious interest in becoming a PI. I've read through the Security Guard and Private Investigators Act twice) and have located where to take CLEET phases I-IV. I'm also buying as many books as I can get on the subject. I have also sent away for information on two correspondence courses on this subject. If anyone has any tips that might help me or would let me come and visit with you, please email me. I would greatly appreciate it.
- Michael Nix
Jasper, AL - USA
Thanks for allowing me to visit your site - I found it to be informative and very well put together. Michael Nix Investigations
- Anita J. Sullivan
Edmond, OK - USA
I have really enjoyed your site. I am a newly licensed PI, receiving my license in November, 2000. My agency name is A-1 Investigations. I am really looking forward to getting up and running. I know it's going to take a lot of hard work. I am also a Free Lance & Independent Paralegal, since 1983. Would really appreciate any help I can get from anyone willing! I would really like to talk to someone, I have some questions. Thanks.Response from Bill L. Howard - OPIA Secretary - snooper@iamerica.net - Joining the OPIA is always a good first move, since membership provides good opportunities to network with other investigators. The membership application is available online at the About Us section. Thanks for your comments and inquiry.
- Michelle Gordon
Midwest City, OK - USA
I am in the process of changing my career, and this has always appealed to me as a possible new direction. I have always been good at researching and info gathering, I just needed to know how to go about getting started. Your site has helped point me in the right direction. Thank you
- Fermin Ouinones
Vega Alta, PR - USA
I was twenty four year police officer, but now I'm a PI in Puerto Rico. Congratulations for your website. It's Great!
- GG
, NV - USA
Thank you so much for this website. I found a great PI on your website, and am extremely grateful to him for all the help and peace of mind he was able to give me!! Thanks again for this very helpful website!
- A. Ladell Patterson
OKC, OK - USA
Certainly an excellent site. I will be a P.I. fully licensed by CLEET in the State of Oklahoma. I am interested in joining OPIA and becoming an active member. I am interested in training for another P.I.A. I have a unique background and think I have a lot to offer someone. ALP
- Barbara Jones
Ardmore, OK - USA
Newly licensed - need all the help I can get. Would like to apprentice.
- Jeff Marsley
OKC, OK - USA
Great site! Looking forward to joining the OPIA - 4 more weeks of school and I will be finished. Does anyone know about any PI conventions throughout the U.S. Thanks
- deborah thompson
Tulsa, OK - USA
Great Site!
- Lt. Thomas Brown
Lawton, OK - USA
Great site! Have been pondering the idea of private investigations as a side job. I am a full time police officer in a small town. Would appreciate any information on how to get started as a P.I.. Again a great site, keep it up. "BE SAFE!"
- Ms. Shawn L. Shirley
Brama, OK - USA
I am just starting in the PI part. I was in Law Enforcement on Local level and Indians. I was looking for a place to turn to if I have questions. Thanks Ms. Shawn L. Shirley #9 Investigations
- Kelly Jayne
Kingman, KS - USA
Nice web sight. 22 years military, looking for my next career. Thinking about starting an armed security/investigative service, working primarily the Wichita/Hutchinson area of Kansas. Not too sure what all is involved. Your sight has helped, though. Keep up the good work.
- Steve Dowell
Poteau, OK - USA
Recently retired after 32 years law enforcement and relocated to OK, and have opened a small agency in Poteau. Found this webpage when I was looking for info on a PI association and directory for OK. Was pleased to find this kind of activity.
- Rudy Bouwknegt
Jacksonville, AR - USA
I'm a PI and the owner of Central Arkansas Investigations Inc. Your web site is excellent. I do believe that Arkansas needs a PI association.
- Thresa Gilmore
Claremore, OK - USA
This is a very good place to start if you want infomation. This site has helped me. Thanks.
- Ted Coleman
Wichita, KS - USA
This site is excellent, not bad for a bunch of ok'es. (Snooper's response - Thanks for the compliment - we can even spell Okie!
- C. T. King
Tulsa, OK - USA
Enjoyed the site. Clean and not alot of things jumping around and flashing.
- Eli Nixon
Longmont, CO - USA
I'm a Colorado private eye (Live in Longmont, CO, work in Denver & throughout the west) and I'm seeking the names of some decent forensic pathologists who might consult on defense cases. There seem to be a declining number in Colorado who have either the time or inclination. If anybody has names of such witnesses who are expert qualified or who you might know personally are well qualified and willing to consult on defense cases, I'd appreciate the help. They don't have to be from Colorado of course, but the closer the better for price and time considerations. Thanks in advance.
- Clarence D. Johnson
Lexington, OK - USA
I have be incarcerated for over 5 years on a 20 year sentence for a crime I didn't commit. I was sentenced by an Oklahoma County jury which found me guilty. Several witnesses who could have proven my innocence were not allowed to testify. I'am not a rich man but my family stands behind me 100%. If you can help I would like to hear from you. Clarence D. Johnson #152853 JHCC PO Box 548 Lexington, OK 73051
- Jim Roberts
Edmond, OK - USA
Visiting
- Debi Snyder
, - USA
I am looking for James Pierce. He is a Private Investigator and may be licensed in the state of Oklahoma. If you can help me (or not) please reply. OPIA Secretary Bill Howard - snooper@iamerica.net replied on Oct. 28, 1998 @ 1930 hrs. stating he does not know Mr. Pierce and recommending she contact CLEET.
- C. J. Kelley
Wilburton, OK - USA
Just browsing & found the site.. very nice! Am thinking seriously of a career change, and this really intrigues me..am searching info for necessary education, experience, etc... would welcome any info or advice. Thinking of insurance or something w/medical aspect. Thanks again for the site! Enjoyed it..
- Nicolette Gillhespy
Moore, OK - USA
I too am newly licensed, looking to be an apprentice. I have experience in the legal area.
- Jeff Phillips
Russellville, AR - USA
If you need pi assistance in Arkansas please contact me.
- George Marriott
Claremore, OK - USA
Will be sending membership application in near future. Will be glad to meet some folks. Gets plumb lonesome here in Claremore.
- Steve Floreani
OKC, OK - USA
Thanks for creating the site. This should be of great assistance to those starting up.
- Intrastate Investigations - Adam Cranmore
Tishomingo, OK - USA
Serving Southern and South central Ok. Will be glad to help with info from my area. 580-443-5220. P.O. Box 2 Tishomingo,OK 73460. Also P.O. Box 142 Coleman, OK. 73432
- Adam Cranmore - Intrastate Investigations
Tishomingo, OK - USA
Looks Great.
- John M. Feero
http://members.xoom.com/JMF
Midwest City, OK - USA
Newly licensed. Would like to pick up some "apprentice" work.
- Mid-West Investigations
OKC, OK - USA
P.I.'s, This page has provided another opportunity to network our services to one another. Let's take advantage of this site's potential.
- SKY
OKC, OK - USA
Just checking things out , looks great. Thanks and have a nice day to everyone. Sincerely, S.K.Y.
- Harrell T. Denson
Oklahoma City, OK - USA
This appears to be a very, very good start, it's Great!
- Sean Rousseau
Ardmore, OK - USA
I'm A licensed P.I. & would like more info. please. 1st time on internet, unsure about E- Mail.
- Anne Marien Paterson-Powers
Edmond, OK - USA
- JIM McBRIDE
OKC, OK - USA
- Reva Kaye
Pawhuska, OK - USA
Great!!!
- KERRY SPENCER
Edmond, OK - USA
- Frank Howard
Tulsa, OK - USA
Excellent!
- Vision Investigations
Pawhuska, Ok - USA
We our pleased to see a web page for PI's of Okla.Thanks to the assoc..We need to know if there's a place we can get health insurance through group plan with assocation? Also any information on class hours toward certification of Continued Education? Thanks Kay
- Mike McLaughlin
Tulsa, OK - USA
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