FAQ

🔍 What a Licensed Private Investigator CAN Do

✅ Conduct lawful surveillance and gather evidence
✅ Perform background investigations and public records research
✅ Locate missing persons or individuals through lawful methods
✅ Conduct skip tracing (locating individuals who may be avoiding contact)
✅ Investigate fraud, theft, or infidelity matters
✅ Collect and analyze digital and open-source intelligence (OSINT)
✅ Work with attorneys, businesses, and law enforcement by providing investigative support and documentation
✅ Prepare investigative reports and testify in court regarding findings
✅ Take photographs or video in public places where there is no reasonable expectation of privacy (such as streets, parks, and sidewalks)
✅ Conduct vehicle or license plate research for legally permissible purposes with proper authorization
✅ Install and monitor GPS tracking devices with written consent from the legal vehicle owner or authorized lessee

🚫 What a Private Investigator CANNOT Do

❌ Impersonate law enforcement officers or government officials
❌ Wiretap phones, intercept communications, or hack electronic devices without proper legal authorization
❌ Trespass on private property
❌ Place a GPS tracker on a vehicle without the consent of the legal owner or lessee
❌ Record individuals in places where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy (homes, bathrooms, locker rooms, hotel rooms, etc.)
❌ Record private conversations without proper consent (Florida is a two-party consent state)
❌ Make arrests unless licensed and authorized under separate security or law enforcement authority
❌ Access or use DMV, phone, or personal data for unauthorized purposes
❌ Violate federal or state privacy laws

Important Note

All investigative services provided by Perry Investigations & Consulting Firm, LLC are conducted using lawful and ethical methods and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Vision

Are your investigations legal?

Yes. Our investigators operate within strict legal and ethical guidelines. Evidence is gathered professionally so it can be used for personal, legal, or business purposes when necessary.

Will my case remain confidential?

Absolutely. Client privacy is a top priority. All information, communications, and findings are handled with the highest level of discretion.

How much do investigative services cost?

Costs depend on the type, complexity, and duration of the investigation. We provide transparent pricing and discuss all options before any work begins.

How long does an investigation take?

The timeframe varies depending on the case. Some investigations can be completed within a few days, while others may require longer periods of monitoring or research.

Can the evidence you gather be used in court?

Yes. When required, evidence collected during an investigation can be documented and prepared in a manner that may be used in legal proceedings.

Do you work with attorneys or businesses?

Yes. We regularly assist attorneys, businesses, and private individuals who need reliable investigative support and documented evidence.

Our Commitment to You

At Perry Investigations & Consulting Firm, LLC, we understand that when questions arise, facts matter.

Our professional investigators work within strict legal and ethical standards to ensure evidence is gathered properly, protecting your rights, privacy, and peace of mind.

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