Domestic Investigations
What is a Domestic Investigation?
Domestic investigations generally refer to investigations that focus on individuals and their legal or personal matters within a domestic setting.
These investigations can involve uncovering evidence of wrongdoing, such as fraud, theft, or abuse, and can be conducted covertly or overtly, depending on the situation.
Key Aspects of Domestic Investigations:
• Scope:
Domestic investigations can address a wide range of issues, including infidelity, domestic violence, substance abuse, financial fraud, and more.
• Evidence Gathering:
Investigators focus on collecting evidence that can be used in legal proceedings or to help clients understand the situation.
• Legality:
Investigators ensure that all evidence is obtained legally, so it can be used in court.
• Undercover/Covert Operations:
In some cases, investigations involve undercover or covert operations to gather information without being noticed.
• Types of Investigations:
Domestic investigations can be further categorized into different types, such as undercover investigations, research investigations, financial investigations, and more.
• Purpose:
The purpose of a domestic investigation is often to uncover the truth, gather evidence, and provide clients with the information they need to make informed decisions.
Domestic cases investigated by private investigators
Typically involve gathering evidence for family law matters, such as divorce, custody disputes, and financial investigations. This can include searching for evidence of infidelity, abuse, or fraud within a household or relationship.
Specific types of domestic cases private investigators might investigate include:
• Divorce and separation:
Gathering evidence of assets, income, and expenses to support a client's case.
• Custody disputes:
Monitoring the behavior of parents and providing evidence related to the child's best interests.
• Infidelity:
Investigating suspected extramarital affairs through surveillance, social media monitoring, and other methods.
• Child abuse and neglect:
Gathering evidence of physical or emotional abuse, or neglect of children.
• Fraud and financial misconduct:
Investigating allegations of fraud or financial mismanagement within a household.
• Elder abuse:
Investigating cases where older relatives are being financially or physically abused.
• Cohabitation:
Gathering evidence to support or oppose alimony claims based on cohabitation.
Methods used by private investigators in domestic cases:
• Surveillance: Monitoring the activities of individuals, including following them, observing their behavior, and taking photographs.
• Social media monitoring: Collecting information and evidence from online social media accounts.
• Background checks: Verifying employment, financial history, and criminal records.
• Forensic analysis: Examining digital devices and other evidence for clues.
• Interviews: Conducting interviews with witnesses and gathering information from other sources.
Important considerations when hiring a private investigator:
All our agents are PSiRA registered
• Discretion and trust:
Choose an investigator who can handle the case discreetly and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience and expertise:
Opt for a company with experience in domestic investigations and a proven track record.
• Scope of work:
Define the specific tasks and goals of the investigation to ensure the investigator's services align with your needs.
• Legality:
Ensure the investigator is licensed and complies with all relevant laws and regulations.
