Top Reasons to Use a Private Investigator
Private investigation is an accepted way of ascertaining facts through surveillance, in a discreet and confidential manner. It is useful in providing an unbiased and objective result through a third party private investigator.
Private Investigation is useful in situations where there is:
- A suspected cheating wife or husband
- A suspected cheating partner
- Marriage disputes or settlements
- Custody/child maintenance issues
- Worker's compensation queries
- Concerns for a child, teenager or loved one
- Locating missing persons
- Harassment and stalking issues
- Suspected drug activities or other illegal activities
- Corporate or Government requirements
- Situations where private investigation and surveillance of the nominated target will lead to the desired objective results
Why Use a Private Investigator or Detective
- Minimising Danger
Most people can unknowingly put themselves in danger when they are unfamiliar with private investigation work, which could also lead to prosecution for stalking or trespassing. The art of surveillance or counter-surveillance requires skills and experience and the target of the surveillance is more likely to recognise a person that they know then a professional private detective, who actively minimises the chances of blowing their cover. When the private investigation involves a dangerous person or criminal, this also increases the danger of the job. To achieve the desired results with no risk to personal safety, it is integral to hire the services of a private detective, as they have been specially trained and are experienced in undercover surveillance work.
- Obtaining Evidence
There must be physical evidence to initiate action and achieve the desired results in most court cases and other situations. A third party private investigator is essential in obtaining this impartial evidence, which must be objective and unbiased. A third part private investigator is also imperative to ensure the evidence is not compromised, which would lead to it from being inadmissible or not allowed in court.
- Utilising Skills and Experience
Many people hire a private investigator because they need a professional with current skills, qualifications and experience. The role of a private detective may seem simple but is an art form that involves extensive training and dedication. It is more than driving a car and following people around taking photos. Private detectives also need to know how to use private investigation equipment efficiently, trace targets successfully, gather information effectively, document written and photographic evidence, undertake stringent threat assessments and risk management profiles, blend into their surroundings, be versatile enough to change clothing and appearances during the course of surveillance and do all these tasks in a discreet and legal way.
Another huge advantage of hiring a private investigator is that they have professional credentials. There may be considerable time spent in the course of a private investigation watching subjects in particular areas, which may lead to police notification by concerned neighbours. A professional private detective would have called ahead to the local authorities to alert them of their business in that particular area, minimising police attention which could lead to discovery by the target. The private investigator also has a reduced chance of prosecution when compared to the average citizen, as they carry identification and have a professional courtesy extended by the police.
- Technology
A large amount of surveillance work involves specialised and considerably expensive equipment which must be used to its maximum potential. A private detective will have this equipment at his or her disposal and will be familiar with using it on a regular basis.
- Legal Ramifications
The professional private investigator is knowledgeable on the respective laws and the proper way to gather evidence for court proceedings. In this way there is a reduced risk of losing evidence or having it discounted in court. An amateur may compromise the integrity of evidence by collecting it in an improper or illegal way. This would lead to the evidence being inadmissible in court.
- Time
Surveillance carried out by a private detective is usually very time-consuming and for the average person running a house hold, working and carrying out all their necessary tasks would not be possible if they had to undertake private investigation themselves. If the evidence collected by an amateur is deemed inadmissible in court it was a complete waste their time. This could then lead to prosecution of the person carrying out their own private investigation.
Finally, it is important to hire a quality and professional private investigator because carrying out this work yourself or hiring a cheap and unqualified detective could lead to prosecution, legal action, wasted time and money, inadmissible evidence and a lack of the desired outcomes. It pays to hire a professional and high quality private investigator who offers a discreet and confidential service that delivers results.
For a free no-obligation quote for Private Investigators in Melbourne or Victoria call the ASAC Group: 0413 413 011 or Submit an online form
