What restricts private investigators from accessing certain confidential records?

The Privacy of Information Act is the correct choice because it establishes guidelines and protections regarding how personal information is managed and shared. This act aims to safeguard individual privacy by restricting access to certain types of confidential records, which includes sensitive information held by private entities and sometimes governmental bodies. These regulations ensure that private investigators cannot access this information without appropriate authorization or a legitimate investigative purpose.

In contrast, while the Federal Freedom of Information Act does provide mechanisms for the public to request access to federal agency records, it does not grant private investigators unrestricted access to confidential information, especially those related to individual privacy. State Licensing Regulations primarily govern the conduct and operations of licensed investigators but do not directly restrict access to specific confidential records. The choice indicating that no restrictions exist is contrary to established laws and regulations that are in place to protect confidentiality and personal privacy.