There are several important differences between their roles, despite both law enforcement officers, and private detectives investigating potential criminal matters. Where they are both viable solutions to gaining the truth, there are differences regardless. With this in mind, we at Advanced Private Investigator & Security of Miami, FL would like to discuss law enforcement investigations versus private investigator investigations.

Investigative Methods & Legal Authority

Within their state’s or jurisdiction’s laws, law enforcement and detectives are charged with upholding and enforcing them. For those who they suspect have broken those laws, law enforcement has the power to pursue and apprehend. In building and making a legal case, they interrogate witnesses. Obtaining confessions are often key components. Private investigators don’t have the power to detain witnesses or compel testimony because private investigators are not law enforcement professionals. They use a variety of other lawful means to gather facts and information that can support or refute a client’s suspicions, this requires private investigators to be more creative in their efforts.

Types of Circumstances Investigated

The types of cases police detectives handle are often different from what private investigators do and it is important to understand this. Usually, police investigations are limited to criminal matters. Also delving into personal and financial matters in the private sector, private investigators, on the other hand, only look into some criminal matters.

Available Resources to Police & Private Investigators

As a taxpayer-funded public services, police departments have limited budgets. This, inadvertently, limits the resources available to police detectives and investigators. Handling many cases at the same time, this compounds the problem of police detectives often shouldering heavy caseloads. Simply because police detectives didn’t have the time or resources to conduct thorough investigations, the unfortunate effect is that many cases go unsolved and key information may be missed. Private investigators, in contrast, are paid directly by their clients. According to what they have the time and resources to handle, this means they can limit their caseloads. To bring it to a resolution, that’s what happens if conducting weeks or months of surveillance for one client’s case is what’s needed. Private investigators possess the understanding of the law and know what can be done withing the law to ensure your investigation, if court of law or other legalities are required, are performed accordingly. When having a reputable private investigator assisting you, you can trust they are doing their job within the law.

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There are a number of reasons as to why you may feel a private investigator is needed to help you get answers. Whether you are in need of a background check for a potential nanny, need to locate or loved one, suspect a cheating partner, mistrust a business partner, and so much more. When you need to have answers, you can put your trust in Advanced Private Investigator & Security of Miami, FL and let our highly qualified and experienced investigators to help you find the answers and evidence you require. Call us today for your consultation.