LAC 46:LVII.717. Requirements of Contracts

A. Upon initial contact from a private citizen, a contract may be offered on all matters. B. The contract shall contain, but may not be limited to, the following information: 1. name, address, and phone number of investigative agency; 2. name, address and phone number of private investigator responsible for case work; 3. schedule of fees to be charged; 4. purpose and scope of investigation; 5. limitations of responsibility to investigative agency; 6. limitations of responsibility to client; 7. signature of client; 8. signature of two witnesses; 9. date agreement was signed; and 10. contracts shall be made in duplicate: a. one copy for the client; b. one copy shall be retained in the investigative case file for a period of three years.