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MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1947, the California Association of Licensed Investigators (CALI) is a not-for-profit organization devoted to protecting and enhancing the private investigation industry in California and the United States.

CALI is the largest Private Investigator association in the world. With 1100 members throughout the country, CALI is focused on advancing the industry through a strong legislative program and numerous educational offerings, including an annual conference, Webinars, new licensee training, professional development programs, and CALI's proprietary Certified Professional Investigator (CPI) designation to qualified investigators in California. Learn More

COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE

Members of the California Association of Licensed Investigators must adhere to CALI's Code of Ethics and Conduct . Therefore, by requesting to join CALI, you affirm that you will abide by the CALI Code of Ethics and Conduct, Bylaws and that you support the association's mission and core values.

WHY JOIN CALI?

CALI is the largest private investigator association in the world!

CALI has the most active PI listserv in California, providing referrals for jobs in California, the United States, and globally, on a daily basis

CALI is a national leader in legislative advocacy & governmental public relations

CALI has a full-time lobbyist in Sacramento

FREE Professional Development via Webinars

CALI members receive discounted registration rates to CALI events: CALl’s Annual Conference, Newly Licensed Investigator Training and Education, Experienced Licensed Investigator Training and Education, and District Mixers

CALI members receive FREE registration to CALl’s Legislative Day in Sacramento

CALI members receive special member discounts on products and services

CALI offers a FREE quarterly electronic newsletter – CALI Journal

Licensed CALI members are listed in the Find An Investigator Online Directory

CALl’s 14 Districts in California host quarterly local events

CALI events offer educational and networking opportunities

CALI members receive discounted rate for the ONLINE Private Investigator Examination Preparation Course

Big 3 Program: CALI members could join FALI or TALI or both organizations, as out-of-state members, for half of their regular dues

MEMBER BENEFITS & PROGRAMS

CALI members have access to many exclusive benefits click below to view the many benefits and discounts.

Membership Benefits

MEMBERSHIP POLICY

Membership is individual and non-transferable, and dues are non-refundable nor prorated. The membership cycle is on a 12-month basis. Members are assigned an anniversary date; therefore, regardless of which month you join, you will receive benefits for 12 months.

There is no fee to apply for membership. The membership dues are due upon notice of membership approval.

CALI members can cancel their membership anytime; however, no portion of their membership dues shall be prorated or refunded.

MEMBERSHIP CLASSIFICATIONS & FEES

CALI offers various membership types. Learn more about CALI's membership classifications to select the appropriate one for you. Please note that there are specific eligibility criteria for each membership type.

View Membership Classifications & Dues

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO READ BEFORE YOU APPLY:

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Membership Cancelation Policy

CALI membership fee is non-refundable once membership has been approved and/or for lack of Listserv usage or Listserv removal due to sanction/listserv rule violation(s).

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Tax Deductions

The California Association of Licensed Investigators (CALI) is a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit organization, EIN # 23-7217129. Contributions to section 501(c)(6) organizations are not deductible as charitable contributions on your federal income tax return. They may be deductible as trade or business expenses if ordinary and necessary in the conduct of your business. Please consult your tax professional. CALI estimates that your dues, which are allocated to lobbying expenses are 35% for the year 2023-2024.

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Paperless Renewal Notices

As a part of our renewal process and efforts to 'go green,' CALI is paperless in our renewal notifications for membership dues. To ensure the delivery of renewal reminders, we ask our members to review their member profiles and update them whenever there is a change in their contact information.

If, for any reason, CALI is unable to charge the credit card in your member profile, you will receive an email notification requesting that you update the credit card information. Our membership system will email reminders until the payment information is updated. If no action is taken and the membership grace period ends, your membership status will change to expired.

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Automatic Membership Renewal

Automatic renewal is a convenient way to renew your membership before it expires, guaranteeing uninterrupted* membership access to your member benefits.

CALI members enrolled in auto-renewal can modify their credit card payment information at any time through their CALI Member Profile. However, for security reasons, the CALI staff is not permitted to make changes and does not have access to view complete credit card information in a member's profile. Only the CALI member can add or edit their credit card payment information. Click here for instructions on how to update credit card information in your CALI member profile.

*If CALI cannot process your auto-renewal payment using the credit card in your member profile for any reason, you will receive an email notification prompting you to update the payment information. Our membership system will send email reminders until the payment information is updated. If no action is taken and the membership grace period concludes, your membership status will change to expired.

Automatic Renewal Termination: Members may opt out of automatic renewal by emailing the CALI office at info@cali-pi.org or by calling 949-715-5401.

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Automatic Renewal Termination

Members may opt-out of auto-renew at any time by emailing the CALI office at info@cali-pi.org.

*If, for any reason, CALI is unable to charge the credit card in your member profile, you will receive an email notification requesting that you update the credit card information. Our membership system will email reminders until the payment information is updated.
If no action is taken and the membership grace period ends, your membership status will change to expired.

As a reminder, member must update their credit card information in their CALI member profile for security reasons, as the CALI office cannot modify it.

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Application Process

Individuals who wish to apply for membership in CALI should first ensure that they meet the CALI membership criteria before applying. Click here to review the membership classifications.

Proof of Eligibility for Membership Classification
Please be prepared to upload a copy of your valid PI license, proof of employment, or the documentation required for your membership classification to your online membership application.

Review of New Membership Applications
The Membership Committee screens all new applications to determine whether the applicant meets the CALI membership criteria for which they applied.

Applications with missing information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed for review and approval until the CALI office receives the required documentation.

The review and approval process may take up to 7-10 business days or less after receiving all the appropriate information.

Membership Fees
The membership fee is due upon approval of the membership application. The dues for each membership category can be found here.

Associate/Big 3 Membership Application:

1. One of the three associations (CALI, FALI, TALI) must be your PI "home" association, to which you pay full regular dues.

2. You must join each association individually based on the association membership requirements.

3. Renewals are handled by each association separately.

4. We will verify your membership status with your PI "home" association as part of the review process.

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Important to Note Before You Apply for Big 3 Membership

Please be prepared to upload a copy of your current PI license or the documentation required for your membership classification to your online application.

Review of New Membership Applications
The Membership Committee screens all new applications to determine whether the applicant meets the CALI membership criteria they applied.

Applications with missing information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed for review and approval until the CALI office receives the required documentation.

The review and approval process may take 7-10 business days or sooner after receiving all the appropriate information.

Membership Fees
The membership fee is due upon approval of the membership application. Details of fees for each membership category can be found here.

Associate/Big 3 Membership Application:

1. One of the three associations (CALI, FALI, TALI) must be your PI "home" association, to which you pay full regular dues.

2. You must join each association individually based on the association membership requirements.

3. Renewals are handled by each association separately.

4. We will verify your membership status with your PI "home" association as part of the review process.

BECOME A CALI MEMBER
To join CALI, click the JOIN NOW button below to select your membership type and then follow the prompts.

JOIN NOW

There is no fee to apply for membership. The membership dues are due upon notice of membership approval. CALI members can cancel their membership anytime; however, no portion of their membership dues shall be prorated or refunded.

HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MEMBERSHIP
If you have questions about joining CALI, please email info@cali-pi.org or call 949-715-5401.

California Private Investigator's Legal Forms

CALI's exclusive "California Private Investigator's Legal Forms" package contains must-have PI forms, templates, information, and links to essential government forms.

Cost:
$199 for Members
$299 for Non-Members

Digital Product:
The PI Legal Forms package will be delivered to the email address provided on your order form upon receipt of payment.

Refund Policy: No Refunds.

Purchase PI Legal Forms

Private Investigator Examination Preparation Course Online

CALI offers an ONLINE Private Investigator Preparation course to prepare qualified candidates for the State of California PI License Exam. The preparation course was designed by a committee of licensed investigators that offers a step by step review and sample quizzes to prepare qualified candidates. Also included are lesson plans, study materials and references to other important information for your exam.

Click here for more information.