A private investigation is a methodical, confidential inquiry conducted by licensed professionals to gather verifiable information on individuals, assets, businesses, or events. At Alpha Omega, it’s not about suspicion—it’s about empowerment. In an age of digital deceptions and hidden risks, investigations reveal truths that protect your interests, whether uncovering a debtor’s concealed properties or validating a witness’s account in court.

Consider life’s turning points: a contentious divorce where asset searches expose undervalued holdings; a business merger halted by background checks revealing a partner’s criminal affiliations; or a custody battle strengthened by interviews capturing nuanced family dynamics. Our process begins with origination services, establishing case parameters and crafting investigative memos that document every step. This foundational work ensures compliance, anticipates litigation needs, and builds a robust file for ongoing or future actions. Ultimately, investigations mitigate losses—estimated at billions annually from fraud alone—and foster informed decisions, turning “what if” into “what now.”

Starting an investigation with us is straightforward and client-centered. It kicks off with our origination services, which cover the essential administrative setup for each case. This includes defining core objectives, gathering initial client details, and producing a detailed investigative memo—the first page included to summarize key findings and goals, with expansions available for deeper analysis as leads develop.

We prioritize confidentiality, treating all work as privileged material in anticipation of litigation. From there, we tailor a plan based on your needs, whether a quick skip trace or a multi-faceted probe involving travel and follow-ups. No two cases are alike, so we consult closely to align with your timeline and scope, ensuring efficiency without compromising thoroughness. Many clients appreciate how this structure scales seamlessly, from simple verifications to complex site inspections.

To launch effectively, share as much as you’re comfortable with: the subject’s name, known addresses, date of birth, or any identifiers like phone numbers or emails. For asset or business inquiries, details on suspected properties or entities help narrow the focus. We handle the rest—our general investigations leverage advanced databases for skip traces and locates, filling gaps ethically and legally.

Rest assured, your input is secure; we adhere to strict protocols to protect sensitive data. If details are sparse, that’s okay—our team excels at bootstrapping from minimal clues, often integrating DMV pulls for vehicle or license info to build momentum.

Skip traces are targeted searches to locate hard-to-find individuals, compiling comprehensive profiles including names, addresses, dates of birth, phone numbers, and email addresses. They’re invaluable for reconnecting with lost contacts, serving legal notices, or tracking debtors evading responsibility.

At Alpha Omega, we deploy these for scenarios like family reunions, debt collection, or pre-litigation outreach. Additional traces extend to multiple subjects affordably, ensuring no stone is left unturned. Clients often pair them with business locates, which identify names and addresses for service of process—streamlining everything from subpoenas to corporate summonses.

Our background checks construct a panoramic view of an individual, encompassing assets, addresses, employment history, criminal records, professional affiliations, bankruptcies, and liens. It’s like a due diligence deep dive, ideal for hiring, dating vetting, or partnership evaluations.

The process starts with your provided identifiers, cross-referencing public and proprietary sources for accuracy. Each additional check scales efficiently for teams or families. In one case, a San Diego employer uncovered a candidate’s undisclosed liens, preventing a hiring mishap that could have led to financial exposure. These checks aren’t invasive—they’re protective, empowering you to make choices aligned with your values and risks.

Asset searches meticulously uncover ownership of properties, vehicles, and businesses, exposing hidden wealth or verifying declarations. They’re crucial in divorce settlements, creditor pursuits, or fraud detections, where undervalued or concealed holdings can drastically alter outcomes.

We trace trails through registries and records, delivering clear reports on titles and stakes. Often bundled with DMV inquiries—for registration details, owner names, addresses, or driver’s licenses—these services fortify financial strategies. Imagine a client recovering overlooked equity in a marital home; that’s the tangible impact of proactive asset intelligence.

Site inspections provide on-the-ground assessments of businesses, roadways, or private properties, starting with a one-hour minimum and billed in quarter-hour increments thereafter. Each includes letters of preservation to secure scenes, client statements for context, and canvassing for supplementary evidence—ensuring a holistic evidentiary snapshot.

These are game-changers for accident reconstructions, liability claims, or property disputes, documenting conditions before alterations occur. Paired with witness canvassing—surveying areas for contributors, often waived if tied to interviews—they broaden perspectives. For instance, a roadway inspection might reveal overlooked hazards, strengthening an insurance appeal.

Vehicle inspections mirror site protocols: a one-hour baseline scrutinizing conditions, modifications, and traces, billed quarterly post-initial. They’re essential for validating repairs, detecting fraud in sales, or reconstructing collisions.

EDR (Event Data Recorder) downloads elevate this via OBD ($500 base) or D2M ($1,000) interfaces, extracting black-box data on speeds, braking, and impacts. Special equipment accommodates unique vehicles. Together, they provide forensic gold—irrefutable timelines that sway courts or insurers. A client once used an EDR pull to disprove fault in a multi-car pileup, securing rightful compensation.

Statements and interviews capture firsthand narratives, starting at a base rate and billed in quarter-hour segments for flexibility. Our professionals approach with empathy and expertise, structuring sessions to elicit reliable, admissible details—whether sworn affidavits or casual recounts.

Ideal for litigation prep or dispute resolutions, they add human depth to data. Integrated with follow-ups—initial 1-5 tasks included, scaling to 20+—they chase evolving leads. Clients value the nuance: a subtle inconsistency revealed in an interview can unravel alibis.

Our tiered travel accommodates San Diego’s geography: Tier 1 ($150) for city limits, Tier 2 ($200) for county-wide, and Tier 3 ($150/hour) for beyond. It enables dynamic fieldwork, from discreet surveillances to evidence collections, without logistical hurdles.

We optimize routes for efficiency, often combining with inspections or canvassing. For regional cases, hourly billing ensures transparency, keeping costs aligned with impact.

Process service delivers legal documents with precision, backed by proofs of service to affirm compliance. It’s the reliable arm for summonses or complaints, evading dodges that delay justice.

Court records services involve pickup, review, and summarization ($50), distilling dockets into actionable insights. These streamline research, highlighting precedents or gaps—vital for attorneys building strategies.

PRAR (Public Records Act Requests) and FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) services manage submissions, follow-ups, and summaries ($75), navigating bureaucracy to access government-held data on permits, incidents, or compliance.

They’re transformative for environmental claims or regulatory probes, yielding reports that cut through red tape. One client accessed FOIA docs on a development violation, bolstering a neighborhood suit.

Our specialized investigations handle bespoke scenarios—think niche surveillance or forensic tech integrations—via custom quotes from our investigations division. No query is too unique; we adapt with the same rigor, ensuring tailored solutions for emerging challenges like cyber traces or international locates.

We bill transparently: quarter-hours for interviews/inspections, tiers for travel/follow-ups, and flats for traces/checks. Key inclusions: first memo page, initial 1-5 follow-ups, and witness canvassing waivers when paired with scenes. This keeps essentials accessible while scaling for depth.

Every case is confidential work-product, crafted for litigation anticipation. We comply with California PI laws, using licensed pros and secure channels. Your trust is paramount—data is encrypted, access restricted, and reports privileged.

Timelines vary: simple traces in days, complex probes in weeks. Factors like travel or records access influence pace, but we provide milestones via memos. Expedited options exist for urgencies.

These FAQs scratch the surface of our capabilities. For personalized guidance, contact Alpha Omega today. Your questions deserve answers—let’s uncover them together.