Can I use a private investigator to find someone?

One of the most frequently asked questions we get is, “Can a private investigator find someone?” In short, the answer is 100\% yes! Private investigators can find just about anyone. It’s a core skill that just about every investigator can do.

How does a private investigator find a missing person?

Investigative techniques – Private investigators might use background checks, witness questioning, or other investigative techniques to identify suspects or individuals who can help locate the missing person.

How long does it take a PI to find someone?

Answer: A locate investigation can take anywhere from 24 hours to several weeks depending on the complexity of the case. Our investigator can better assess each individual investigation to give you a better idea of how long the case will take to complete.

What can private investigators find out?

101 Things a Private Investigator Can Do

• Find a current address.
• Find historical addresses.
• Find a date of birth.
• Identify known aliases.
• Identify and/or confirm a Social Security number.
• Locate birth records.
• Locate death records.
• Locate marriage records.

How much does a private investigator cost?

Private investigator cost. Most commonly, though, private investigators charge an hourly rate. Depending on your location, complexity of the work and expertise of the private investigator, fees can range from $40 to over $100 per hour with the average somewhere around $50 an hour in the United States.

What is a private investigation?

A private investigator or private detective provides surveillance, investigative, research and interviewing services to the public, attorneys or businesses. Specialties in the field of private investigation include legal, corporate and financial investigators, and store and hotel detectives.

What is a private detective agency?

A private detective agency is a group of individuals who conduct investigations for a fee. The agency may be hired as a group, or individuals within the group may be hired independently.

What is the description of a private investigator?

Private investigator. A private investigator, a private detective or inquiry agent, is a person who can be hired by individuals or groups to undertake investigatory law services. Private detectives/investigators often work for attorneys in civil cases.