ABSTRACT

Professional investigation combines the skills of both science and art. Given the proper knowledge, tools, and money to operate, few cases exist that cannot be solved if the investigator devotes the time and energy necessary to complete the assignment. Activities Professional investigators perform the following activities:

Criminal investigations

Matrimonial or domestic relations investigations

Negligence investigations

Security

Expert witness

Electronic countermeasures — also called communication security sweeps (i.e., debugging)

Corporate investigation

Shopping services

Skip tracing

“Day in the life” productions

Undercover investigation

Process service

There are several types of investigation that will become part of your routine as an investigator.