South Carolina — Polygraph Examiner Bond
Applying for or renewing a South Carolina polygraph examiner license? A $5,000 bond is one way to meet SLED's financial-security requirement. Start your bond application through The Southern Agency using Purchase Now.
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- Recorded state
- South Carolina
- Category
- Professional & occupational licenses
What this bond does
The bond backs payment of judgments against an examiner for wrongful or illegal acts committed during examinations, up to its $5,000 face amount.
- Who needs it
- South Carolina polygraph examiner applicants and licensees choosing a surety bond for their SLED financial-security evidence. The licensing law also applies to city, county and state employees who perform these examinations.
- Who it protects
- People who obtain a judgment for an examiner's wrongful or illegal examination acts are protected under the bond's conditions. SLED receives evidence of the financial security as part of licensing.
Your bond option
This is the option on record for this bond.
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The bond amount describes the limit of the bond obligation, not the price. A listed amount does not establish what the requesting party requires. The premium is what you pay and must be confirmed for the actual option. An E&O limit, where listed, is separate errors and omissions insurance.
Sources
- South Carolina Polygraph Examiners Act (opens in a new tab)Checked October 21, 2026
Have these ready
- Your legal examiner name and SLED license or application details.
- SLED's bond form or written instructions for the $5,000 security.
- Requested effective date and the dates of any existing bond.
- Your current principal business address for the licensing file.
Questions about this bond
What is the required bond amount for South Carolina polygraph examiners?
The required amount for the surety bond, insurance policy, or other acceptable surety is five thousand dollars.
What do I need at license renewal?
SLED requires evidence of current $5,000 security for annual license renewal. Check the dates on your bond and arrange current evidence before submitting the renewal.
Who is protected by this bond?
The bond protects the public by ensuring that the examiner can pay court-ordered judgments resulting from their wrongful or illegal acts committed during an examination.
What happens if I change my business location?
You must notify the Division in writing of any change to your principal business location within thirty days; failure to do so will result in an automatic suspension of your license.