Frequently Asked Questions.
What exactly do private investigators do?
Private investigators (PIs) serve as crucial resources for individuals, businesses, and organizations, offering a diverse range of investigative services tailored to meet their unique needs. These services encompass a wide spectrum of investigative tasks, including:
Surveillance: PIs specialize in discreetly monitoring individuals or locations to gather information, observe behavior, or document activities. Whether it's tracking a cheating spouse, monitoring a suspect in a legal case, or conducting covert surveillance for corporate security purposes, PIs use various surveillance techniques to collect valuable evidence.
Background Checks: PIs conduct thorough background investigations to verify the credentials, history, and character of individuals. This can involve researching criminal records, employment history, financial background, and other pertinent information to assess the credibility and trustworthiness of a person.
Locating Missing Persons: PIs are often enlisted to locate missing persons, whether it's a runaway teenager, a long-lost relative, or an individual evading legal obligations. Through comprehensive investigative techniques, including database searches, interviews, and fieldwork, PIs can track down and reunite families or locate individuals for legal proceedings.
Investigating Fraud or Theft: Businesses and organizations rely on PIs to investigate instances of fraud, theft, or other illicit activities that threaten their operations or financial well-being. PIs employ investigative methods such as forensic accounting, interviews, surveillance, and data analysis to uncover evidence of fraudulent behavior or theft within an organization.
Gathering Evidence for Legal Cases: PIs play a critical role in legal proceedings by gathering evidence to support civil or criminal cases. This may involve conducting witness interviews, obtaining statements, collecting physical evidence, or conducting background research on individuals involved in the case. PIs adhere to strict legal and ethical standards to ensure that the evidence they gather is admissible in court.
Private investigators leverage their expertise, resources, and discretion to provide clients with actionable information and peace of mind in various personal, legal, and business matters. Their investigative skills and dedication to uncovering the truth make them invaluable assets in navigating complex and sensitive situations.
We conduct surveillance in the Province of Ontario and our research services are offered across North America.
How do I know if I need to hire a private investigator?
You might consider hiring a private investigator if you need to uncover information or gather evidence that you cannot obtain on your own. This could be for personal reasons such as suspicions of infidelity, locating a lost relative, or verifying someone's background, or for business purposes like investigating employee misconduct or conducting due diligence on a potential business partner.
Still unsure if hiring a private investigator is right for you? Here are some questions to consider:
Do you have concerns or suspicions that you need clarification on?
Have you exhausted all other avenues for obtaining the information you need?
Are you willing to invest in professional assistance to resolve your issue?
Do you value discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters?
Are you prepared to take action based on the findings of the investigation?
Are you comfortable entrusting the investigation to a qualified and experienced professional?
Are private investigators licensed and regulated?
In Ontario, becoming a licensed Private Investigator or establishing a Licensed Agency involves meticulous adherence to regulations set by the Ministry of the Solicitor General. Our agency, fully licensed, insured, and bonded, has successfully navigated these steps to ensure compliance and accountability.
The process includes meeting eligibility requirements, completing mandatory training, passing licensing examinations, obtaining insurance and bonding, submitting license applications, and maintaining ongoing compliance and renewal. Our commitment to professionalism and integrity is reflected in our dedication to meeting and exceeding regulatory standards, providing clients with confidence and peace of mind in our services.
How much does it cost to hire a private investigator?
The pricing for hiring a private investigator is flexible, with costs depending on factors such as the complexity of the investigation, its location, and the level of information provided by the client. Our services span from fixed rates for research tasks to an hourly rate for surveillance activities. Rest assured, all fees are transparently discussed upfront, and there are no hidden charges afterward. We understand the importance of working within your budget while delivering optimal results. Notably, when accurate subject information is provided, we boast an impressive 96% success rate in our investigations.
To initiate an investigation, we require specific details including:
Name
Date of Birth (or age range)
How long does a private investigation typically take?
The duration of a private investigation can vary significantly depending on the scope of the case and the availability of information. Some investigations may be resolved quickly, while others could take weeks or even months to complete. For research based services such as skip tracing, OSINT, catfishing, asset searches, our average turn around time is 5-10 business days.
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