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.