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Five Things a PI Should Not Do

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A Private Investigator has an interesting niche. Categorized as neither police nor entirely civilian, a PI can do certain things that police and civilians can’t. Let’s explore some of the things your PI should NOT be doing for you. If you find that he or she is, get out of your contract with them as quickly as you can and terminate the relationship.

  1. A Private Investigator Can’t Break the Law.

For many people who believe everything they see on TV, a PI is a mysterious character who can take great liberties with the law in their country or jurisdiction. You’ve probably seen PI’s kidnap, hold people by force, beat up people to get them to talk, bribe officers, break into buildings, impersonate persons of authority to get others to talk, break into windows, photograph records without a warrant, etc. Basically, if it’s against the law, a PI can’t do it, even though there are certain privileges that come with being a PI.

  1. A Private Investigator Can’t Wiretap and Is Not a Spy.

It’s illegal to record phone calls and conversations without informing the person being recorded, especially in environments where the person has a legal expectation of privacy. A PI might be more likely to be in a place where he can overhear certain conversations, because a PI can be on private property listening in as long as it’s not in violation of the law. If your PI is told to leave the property, either verbally or by a “No Trespassing” sign, and ignores that request, your PI is violating the trespassing laws. If you find out that your PI is recording people without their knowledge and you’re paying the investigator, terminate the contract immediately.

  1. It’s Illegal for a Private Investigator to Impersonate.

If your investigator goes into a hospital, dons surgical scrubs, parades into a patient’s room, and proceeds to read the patient’s chart, that PI has just broken the law. Sure, you’ve seen it on TV shows, but that doesn’t make it legal and (hopefully) you won’t see any behavior like this in real life. Besides, it’s usually much easier to simply go to the hospital room, strike up a conversation with the patient, and get permission to glance at the chart. In real life, there’s almost always an easier, less dramatic way to get things done.

  1. Your PI Must Not Trespass.

As stated above, your PI can’t break and enter, ignore “Keep Out” signs, steal evidence from any location, or just generally act sleazy. It only works in TV and movies.

  1. Your PI Must Not Commit Battery.

If your PI grabs someone by the arm and tries to detain him or her, your PI is committing battery. Your PI will not get into nearly the number of fights you might expect him to. Your PI will use powers of observation and communication, not force.

With all these restrictions, you might wonder how much of the intelligence is gathered. It can be at the library, or via a series of interviews, talking with informants, and plain old surveillance. A PI usually tries to stay low profile, so communication skills are a must.

What CAN a Private Investigator Do?

  1. In some countries, an officer cannot approach a private residence without reason.

That’s not true of a PI. The PI is certainly welcome to stroll up to the door just like any citizen, which makes it much easier for that PI to overhear certain conversations. While he might not be able to record them, it’s certainly okay to take notes. But the minute he’s detected and asked to leave, he must comply.

  1. A PI Has Access to Certain Records that the Public Can’t Get.

This does depend on the country but in some cases a PI can access certain databases of banks, cell phones, property, and background checks that the general public can’t see. The only restriction is that the access needs to relate to a case that the PI is currently investigating. The PI is not a sworn officer, but there are some areas of trust that come if there is licensing.

  1. A PI Can Stay Neutral in a Partnership.

Whether it’s a business or marriage partnership, a PI can be hired by one of the partners to investigate the other. There is no legal obligation to be loyal to both.

I hope this has been a fun glimpse into the life of a PI and what the PI can and shouldn’t do to help you with your case (Private Investigator).

Bali Eye Private Investigation Agency (BEPIA) along with our sister agency Indonesia Private Investigation Agency (IPIA) are fully registered Private Investigation Agencies offering private detective and private investigator services to the Private and Business sectors throughout Indonesia and South East Asia.

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Becoming A Private Investigator

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What Your Need To Know

Private investigators are helpful to lawyers, companies and also individuals in helping them uncover information. They can be hired to perform background checks on applicants before employment, do credit checks or conduct surveillance on individuals and to monitor them to see what activities they are involved in among many other kinds of investigative matters. They however do not have any police powers to gather the needed information for their clients so they can work on it. If you are thinking of becoming a private investigator, there are a few things you might need to know.

  1. This field is wide

There are different kinds of private investigators thanks to the different areas of specialization the job comes with. You therefore might require choosing a specialty or you can take up several areas to handle. You have the option of being a corporate investigator, computer forensic investigator or a financial investigator. You can select an area you are most interested in or several you know you are good at.

  1. You might need an associate degree

Even though formal education is not really mandatory to become a private investigator, you might find it very beneficial to pursue postgraduate education. Criminal justice courses or police science courses can turn out to be most useful in your line of duty. Associate degree programs you can choose include criminal investigations, criminology and juvenile delinquency among others.

  1. A bachelor’s degree is beneficial too

This is considering that some types of this job can be demanding requiring a degree. Aspiring corporate investigators will for instance, find it necessary to take up a program in accounting or business administration or other related programs. The degree expands your knowledge in the specific area you have selected to base your investigative work.

  1. It is necessary to gain skills and experience

Clients are inclined towards finding experienced and skilled PIs. You must therefore find a way of acquiring the necessary experience you need in your area. You can find a job in a private security firm or a law enforcement agency to build your experience. The fact is, most private investigators have military or police backgrounds, but anybody can become one without this prior experience. The working experience will help you develop skills of working alone or in a group, develop needed communication skills and know how to make sound decisions.

  1. In Some Countries You will need a license

Investigative work is delicate and can become dangerous at some point. Most countries and states require you be licensed to handle this kind of work. The compliance requirements will differ from place to place and you will need to adhere to your local requirements. You might be required to give and pass an exam on laws and regulations to gain your license. It can be illegal to do investigative work without a proper license. It is important to find out everything about private investigators before deciding to become one. You will find it easier knowing what is expected from you and what to expect as you work.

In Indonesia where IPIA and BEPIA operates there is no licensing of private investigators. However our Director of Investigations has studied and passed a Certificate in Investigative work that is accredited by the Australian Government.

Becoming a private investigator and a good one at that, you will need to play your role and do your homework. When everything is working right, you can be sure to achieve your full potential in your line of duty.

Bali Eye Private Investigation Agency (BEPIA) along with our sister agency Indonesia Private Investigation Agency (IPIA) are fully registered Private Investigation Agencies offering private detective and private investigator services to the Private and Business sectors throughout Indonesia and South East Asia.

When To Hire a PI.

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There are times you should consider turning to an investigator for help, and other times when a private investigator is really not what you need. Here are a few guidelines for you (Private Investigation).

Good Indicators that You Can Use a Private Investigator’s Help (Private Investigation)

  1. You’re a Lawyer.

Attorneys often use investigators to track down any details that the police might have missed when working on a case. The police represent the prosecutors, not the defense, so if an attorney believes she can find evidence that refutes the charges, she’ll hire a private investigator to root out the truth. Or, if the plaintiff believes that the police are purposely or accidentally failing to do a proper investigation, a private investigator can be used.

  1. You Suspect Your Spouse is Cheating.

This is an unfortunate occurrence, but it has to be dealt with. Often, a spouse who is disenchanted with the marriage will seek an affair but hang on to the marriage for financial gain. It’s a sticky situation and because no actual crime is being committed by the simple act of adultery, the police don’t want to get involved. There could possibly be a conspiracy between the cheating spouse and his or her lover to defraud the jilted spouse out of money, and that would be a crime, but usually there is just the simple fact of adultery and it has to be proven, especially when there’s a pre-nuptial agreement in force (Private Investigation).

  1. You’re Defending Yourself Against an Unjust Accusation.

Sometimes people attack someone else’s reputation unjustly, and the accused can receive material damage, meaning that the damage to reputation translates to loss of business or other financial stream. But no matter the reason for the character assassination, investigators get hired to find out the truth behind the rumors and rancor. Often, this kind of back-stabbing perpetrator will back down once he or she finds out that there’s an investigator on the case.

  1. You’re Running a Big Department Store.

It’s no secret that stores and other businesses hire investigators. They are extremely useful in detecting shoplifting, vandalism, and other losses that can cost in the millions depending on the size of the chain or the type of merchandise that’s being sold. These may or may not be set up as security personnel that you usually see posted at the doors. Often, the investigators are dressed in plain clothes and either circulate around the store or stay out of sight monitoring surveillance cameras.

  1. You Want Information About Your Relatives, Predecessors, or Inheritance

If you have missing relatives, a PI might be apt to spend more time and resources tracking them down for you. Or, if you suspect something has gone wrong with the process of handing down property, an investigator can help (Private Investigation).

Here are some reasons you should not be using an investigator.

  1. You’re Just Trying to Ruin Someone’s Reputation.

If you have a personal beef with somebody and you’re just digging for dirt to use against them, you might consider de-stressing another way and letting it go. Unless there’s been substantial financial or physical harm done to you, you could be better off investing in stress-relieving activities like sports, talking to a counselor, or meditation.

Anger is a very real thing and needs resolution, and many people seek to discredit the person that hurt them rather than learning the very real skill that will satisfy them and build a better life going forward, and that is the skill of using nasty things that people do to motivate them to succeed.

  1. You Need the Police.

When there’s an actual crime involved, you’ve got to report it to the police. A PI can help you enormously in sticky situations that have a big effect on your peace of mind and life, but if you’re being stalked, threatened, or hurt in any way, it’s a police matter and you need to start using them to document abuses and interview involved parties even if you’re not ready to file charges. Sometimes, simply reporting abuse will stop it, but when it doesn’t, it never hurts to have reported all the priors so the records reflect them in a way that’s admissible in court.

Hope you enjoyed these lists, and remember that we are here to help you with your investigations when needed (Private Investigation).

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Secrets

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What Your Private Investigator Friend Won’t Tell You

You might think that it would be exciting to have a friend in the Private Investigations industry. You might expect stories of dangerous assignments, criminals being taken down, and little old ladies getting justice after getting ripped off (Detective).

In reality, you might not hear anything exciting from your dear friend the PI. That’s because confidentiality is the main priority in our work, and common-sense rules for NOT spilling the beans. After all, if a PI can’t keep the lips sealed, then he or she is not too easily trusted by clients wishing their cases to be discreet. Also, informants would have to be lunatics to help out a PI who will carelessly brag and accidentally reveal anything that would help a private citizen figure out details about a case.

So here are five things a PI friend will never tell you.

  1. If he’s doing something dangerous.

A Private Investigator’s never going to tell you when he’s taking risks. It might be tempting, because we’d all love to have backup, but in reality, the untrained so-called backup is more likely to make matters worse. The best defense is melting into the background.

  1. Who she’s working for.

Clients demand confidentiality. And they won’t refer any friends to you if you’ve got the “gift of the gab.” New clients often sign contracts and normally confidentiality agreements or Non Disclosure Agreements form part of it.

  1. Who or what he’s investigating.

Expecting to hear a lot of stories? Don’t be disappointed when they don’t come. For reasons of safety, efficiency, and confidentiality, you won’t hear about cases.

  1. Exact locations where she’s been.

Again, this makes sense. If the PI starts revealing where she’s going, then you nosy friends might just decide to drop by! That would be a disaster, as any “visitors” would definitely draw attention to the PI. The other danger is that even with only a location, some people can figure out too many details about what’s going on (Detective).

  1. When he’ll be back.

The PI doesn’t even know when he’ll be back. PI’s will sometimes have to go to extremes to stay on the job very long hours with no breaks for surveillance work. Or, if a trail is really hot, a PI never knows how much time he’ll spend tracking it down (Detective).

Okay, those are some of the main things you’ll never get out of your PI friend. And here are five things he or she can tell you (WARNING: these are not nearly so interesting):

  1. Where she got licensed or qualified.

This is public information, so there’s no problem revealing this “not very juicy” detail.

  1. When his license is up for renewal.

Again, a boring bureaucratic detail like this is not only fully available for discussion, but equally sleep inducing.

  1. Funny stories that don’t reveal any confidential information.

Yes, a PI can tell you funny, generic stories about things that happened on the job, as long as they don’t lead to any detail. Of course, sometimes the punchline will have to be omitted for confidentiality’s sake.

  1. What he testified to in open court.

Once a case has been in open court and reported in the paper, and your friend’s name and picture have been published, he can tell you what he said. However, you’ve already read about it in the paper.

  1. What her specialty is.

Your close-lipped PI friend can tell you that she specializes in tax, child custody, car theft, or any of a number of specialties. But even there, depending on the specialty, she might be reluctant. Freedom to operate without anyone’s attention is a valuable commodity in this line of work (Detective).

Makes you wonder how PI’s get any friends, doesn’t it?

Carrying a Gun

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DetectiveAs a Private Investigator in some countries, most notably perhaps in America, PIs are allowed to carry a weapon (gun). There are situations where PIs in America can carry a weapon, and the rules about how to go about this change from country to country and even, in America, from state to state. Just to make sure you’re being safe and not creating a hazard for anyone in your family, here are some guidelines that can help (Detective).

  1. Make Sure You’re Licensed, Trained, and Properly Permitted.

When you’re carrying a weapon for self-defense, you’re also carrying a responsibility. Make sure that you’ve taken all the steps toward getting your paperwork in order so you can carry that weapon with confidence. Also, make sure and get the training you need to be competent in the use of (and when not to use) that weapon.

Taking a simple test is not enough. You need actual practice. If you don’t know how to handle your weapon well, whether it’s a gun, knife, or anything else, a perpetrator with more practice and confidence than you might well get it away from you or use your lack of knowledge and preparedness against you. Remember that a criminal often has the advantage of surprise attack.

Make sure and go to the range on a very consistent basis and practice until using the weapon is second nature. This can take hundreds, if not thousands, of hours. Also practice taking the weapon apart, cleaning it, and reassembling it until you feel that it’s easy. I can’t emphasize regular practice enough.

Seek out extra training from people who have experience with weapons in action situations. Some of the best mentors to seek out are police, ex-police, military, or ex-military people, because they have training under all conditions and can put you through various scenarios, just like they do in police academies, where you have to think fast and think right (Detective).

  1. Don’t Be a Hot-Head.

You should never carry a gun for emotional reasons. If you’re the type of person who blows up at other people, feels that there are lots of people out to get you, or who has any anger management issues, you might want to seek out training along those lines first. Call it mental agility. To really be effective and safe with weapons, you have to understand what they’re for and what they’re not for. Emotion should not be a factor in your decisions on how to use the weapon, so make sure you’ve got some Emotional Intelligence on your side.

  1. You’ll Probably Never Have to Use It.

Understand that the purpose of carrying a weapon is not to become a vigilante. In fact, most people in the world will never be faced with a weapon used by another person. And when they do, playing it cool will result in no physical violence the vast majority of times. So even if they carried a weapon, the occasion that would require using it would be so rare that most people never would. The best armed person knows the statistics and how rare it is for a weapon to be used.

  1. Make Sure You Store Your Weapons Properly.

Guns and ammo should both be locked up when not on your person. And, they should be locked in separate, secure cabinets where children won’t be tempted to break the glass and play with the weapons or ammo. Displaying a weapon might also tempt a visitor to steal it, so make sure you are smart when it comes to storing your weapon of choice.

  1. Know Verbal Judo.

Statistically, more confrontations are diffused with a favorable outcome by using what police call “Verbal Judo” (www.verbaljudo.com). When weapons are displayed, people get very disturbed and frightened, and those kinds of people are less likely, not more, to use good judgment, including the perpetrators themselves and the victims (Detective).

If you have a confrontation with a perpetrator, chances are that the person is not thinking too clearly in the first place. Verbal Judo is a way to get people to comply with requests and behave more rationally, because it puts several choices in front of the perpetrator or suspect and that forces the him or her to think.

Anytime someone slows down enough to think, it becomes very obvious that his or her outcome is dramatically improved by calming himself/herself down and becoming more cooperative.

Verbal judo is a very targeted way of talking that gets very good results, which is why police forces send their officers through the training. Often, it re-frames a potentially deadly situation to a more orderly and cooperative one.

Here are some reasons you should not carry a weapon:

  1. Not Enough Practice Time.

You really need hundreds, if not thousands, of hours of practice in a good shooting range to get good with a gun. And you need some scientific and mechanical information about how weapons work as well as the kind of scenario training that officers have to experience in able to wield a weapon sensibly. When you’re nervous, and you will be if there’s a confrontation, that’s when things start to go wrong. So make sure you’re very familiar and comfortable with the actual weapon. If you do, you’ll lower the chances that you’ll ever use one in error (Detective).

  1. Kids in the House.

If you’re living with children, you should know that they’re very unpredictable. We know for sure that kids can fool their parents, usually in some fairly harmless ways like sneaking biscuits and getting away with it, but they can sneak the key out of your nightstand and unlock the guns as well. Don’t think that just because you’ve taken measures to ensure their safety, they’re not aware of what your methods are and how to undermine them (Detective).

  1. When Not Helpful During Surprise Attacks.

When someone attacks you or another person, it is usually sudden and surprising. Because of this, you may not have the time to get your weapon out in a useful way. Remember that the criminals often think about and time their surprises to make it difficult for you to get to your weapon before they have you covered. And stealing your weapon can bolster their crimes.

  1. When People in Your House are Suffering from Depression.

When people are depressed, they could try anything. Often, you won’t know that the person is suffering. Depressives have a way of suffering in silence until they try something rash, and you don’t want to be caught unawares. That’s because if a person is suicidal, they don’t want you to know so you can undermine their attempts to free themselves with a permanent solution.

By writing this list, I am not advocating that you carry a weapon. Most PI’s do not carry a weapon because it’s generally safer if you don’t, and correctional officers working inside prisons do not carry weapons unless they’re posted in a locked tower, away from any possible personal contact with inmates. I only hope that by reading this, you will choose safety first whether you carry a weapon or not (Detective).

Revenge Photos

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Because of technology being what it is, new crimes emerge from time to time, and one of the new crimes that hasn’t been completely absorbed into the various criminal justice systems around the world is that of the revenge photo (Detective).

This is the misuse of nude or provocative pictures taken and exchanged between two people in a loving relationship. After the relationships splits up, one partner uses these photos to humiliate the other one.

For example, a lady that was known as Sandra found out one day that her ex-boyfriend had viciously posted nude photos of her on Facebook! The photos went viral and were shared across many social media platforms. Once the cat’s out of the bag in social media, you can’t control how many places the photo can show up, and this can go on indefinitely.

In some areas, there are laws against posting this kind of photo even if nude or pornographic photos are allowed on a particular platform, because the “model” did not consent to having the pictures displayed publically. In one case, the laws were so lax that the woman who was victimized actually had her breasts copyrighted so she could use copyright laws to force the removal of nude pictures of herself.

Some social platforms, such as Twitter, Reddit, Facebook, and Instagram, have policies against this kind of revenge, but even when they do, their customer service may not be as attentive as they could be. Therefore, people can send email after email requesting the photos be removed without hearing any response (Detective).

In some areas of the world, there are laws on the books that could be used to protect the victims even if there are no laws specifically targeting revenge photos. For example, in parts of the US, there are civil laws against coercion, stalking, and harassment, so it may be possible to use the civil courts to remove the photos even though there has been no crime under current law. Many other places are passing new legislation specifically targeting these revenge photos because a person’s whole life can be disrupted, knowing that he or she can be recognized anywhere and even barred from getting certain jobs because of the photos.

Exchanging photos between two members of a committed, loving relationship can go horribly wrong when the relationship goes sour and one party has neither the respect, dignity, or ethics to let it go gracefully. Even though it reflects poorly on the character of the perpetrator, the victim is normally the one who suffers the most. Laws with mandatory financial punishments may help perpetrators think twice about posting revenge photos. Sometimes the perp might actually make money by distributing the photos, but money is not usually the motivation (Detective).

While the victim knows exactly who the perpetrator is, it might take some investigation to prove it, and this is often where we would enter the picture to help track down where the photos are going and who’s responsible for releasing them.

Bali Eye Private Investigation Agency (BEPIA) along with our sister agency Indonesia Private Investigation Agency (IPIA) are  fully registered Private Investigation Agencies offering private detective and private investigator services to the Private and Business sectors throughout Indonesia and South East Asia.

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Reference Checks

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Application forms and resumes from job applicants carry plenty of information on the candidates. They are the documents employers rely on to find more about who the applicant is and whether they are suitable for the job opening that is available in the company. Usually, the resume will have referees given by the applicant in relation to the schools they have attended and previous jobs. The references are used by the potential employers to verify information and even find out more about the candidates (Private Investigation).

The truth is that the resumes and application forms won’t reveal everything about the candidates, but through the references, you can find out additional info apart from verifying what you already have. When conducting job interviews, ask for the consent of the applicant to contact the references given to gather additional information or make verifications. You can then go ahead doing your reference check and here are tips that can help you enjoy a pleasant experience all through.

  • Start with the reference checks early. This should actually be early enough before you make a decision on the candidates. The sooner the better since you will be in a position to give all candidates equal chances of consideration before a final decision is reached. Early checks will save you from fast, quick last minute checks that won’t help you much.
  • Always identify yourself, the organization and your title when you call up the references and then let them know the reasons why you are calling. If they reckon it is a good time to talk, you can go ahead with the check or schedule to call later if they are busy (Private Investigation).
  • Let your references understand that the information they give on the candidate will be held confidential. This will ensure that they feel comfortable enough to disclose all details you need on the applicant honestly.
  • Give the references enough time to respond to the questions you pose to them without cutting them off or filling out sentence on their behalf. The more you can find out about the candidate the better it will be for you. Ask questions related to the candidate’s performance, strengths, weaknesses, team spirit, success in fulfilling duties, job responsibilities, salary, employment capacity, and relation with other employees and reasons for leaving employment in the company in the organization. You can also give the references time to make additional comments on the applicant (Private Investigation).
  • Take down notes as per the response you get on each candidate. You will find it easier to go through all information when you take notes on the individual resumes or application forms to make evaluations swift later.
  • Ask for more references from the references you are already contacting if you feel a need to extend the check on that given individual.
  • Hire the services of private investigators. They offer background checks or investigations and they can physically visit the references or conduct telephone interviews on your behalf to get you all information you need within a short period of time.

Reference checks are important to make employers today in verifying applicant information and also getting to know the kind of a person they are about to hire. Private investigators can successfully help in such checks too (Private Investigation).

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Spotting Fortune Telling Scams

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The English Romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelly puts it aptly –

“We look before and after, and pine for what is not”

This is a natural tendency among us humans. We look into the past to see how far we’ve come and look into the future to get a glimpse of where life will take us. More than living in the present, we are concerned about the future. There’s nothing wrong in it. However, there are many conmen taking advantage of our desperateness (fortune teller).

A large number of cases registered with private investigation firms are of those scammed by fortune tellers. A few were coaxed into buying Rolex watches while many others were robbed of their life savings (Private Detective). This is not to say that all fortune tellers and psychics out there are frauds. Here are tips to tell if a fortune teller is taking you for a ride (fortune teller).

  1. There are fortune tellers who line the roads during festivals and special events and those who practice from their offices. A license or a registration is a proof of credibility and accountability. Thus, the fortune teller should have legal permission to do business in your town. Most states do not allow fortune tellers to practice without a license. A licensed psychic with a well-established office is less likely to wrap up his business and leave every time he cheats a client.
  2. Fraudulent soothsayers often demand money to perform special work or prayers to resurrect your troubled life or to keep your loved one’s from suffering. They extract money from you claiming that they have the power to turn your life upside down (fortune teller).
  3. Fortune tellers are skilled at playing with people’s minds. They hold you in a trance-like state and make you accept things you wouldn’t otherwise approve of. Con artists threaten clients that their life will be ruined or tragedy will strike if they do not obey their instructions.
  4. A fortune teller tells a client to purchase Rolex watches as the timepieces would turn the tide for her. You need to watch out for such fortune tellers. Buying items in not restricted to valuables but can also include simple items such as a blessed candle, crystal or some additional, expensive reading. You might also be asked to buy supplies for the completion of a particular ritual (fortune teller).
  5. The nature of the person can give you hints about his integrity and honesty. They tend to be over-sympathetic and mothering. In reality, it is their excellent acting skills to get out more personal information that they will simply reword for you in the coming future and make you believe that they have some divine powers.
  6. Be cautious if the clairvoyant makes repeated demands for money. The demands are small initially, but being repeated it amounts to a few thousand dollars.

People have gone bankrupt getting caught in the traps laid out by such conmen. They lose their life savings and all their valuables (fortune teller). When they realize, it is often too late. If ever you run into a fraudulent fortune teller, hand them over to the police immediately (Private Detective).

Indonesia Private Investigation Agency (IPIA) and our sister agency Bali Eye Private Investigation Agency (BEPIA) are fully registered agencies offering investigation services to the private and business sectors throughout Indonesia and South East Asia.

Lets Kill All the Lawyers?

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Lawyers and Private Investigators  

In Shakespeare’s ”Henry VI,” Part II, Act IV one of the characters famously states: ”Let’s kill all the lawyers.”  This sentence is often misinterpreted. I have seen it quoted as an indication that lawyers are for example not to be trusted or only after money, or unethical or corrupt.

Shakespeare’s exact line ”The first thing we do, let’s kill all the lawyers,” was actually said by Dick the Butcher. Dick the Butcher was a follower of the rebel Jack Cade, who thought that if he disturbed law and order, he could become king.

Seen this way Shakespeare was actually illustrating a positive view of lawyers – they instill justice in society.

In our line of work lawyers and private investigators often collaborate. Despite being proficient and trained in our respective professions, we cannot function entirely on our own. We require the assistance of others. This might include professionals within our field of specialization or individuals from other professions. Lawyers and private investigators share such a mutually beneficial relationship.

Although a lawyer has several skills, resources and techniques at his disposal, working with a resourceful private investigator can make the difference to how and how soon he or she is able to crack a case.

Listed below are a few reasons why a private investigator can be a lawyer’s best friend.

  1. Interviewing witnesses –

Provided with police reports and other necessary documents, a private investigator does his best to locate all possible witnesses and thereafter interviews each one of them. A witness is not legally bound to talk to you or provide answers to your questions. Most of them detest lawyers and try to stay away from them. A Private investigator, with his persuasive manner, gets around witnesses and secures the desired information.

  1. Locating witnesses –

Often prosecutors and the police tend to overlook potential witnesses because the process is tedious and time consuming. A private investigator scours the place or case for additional witnesses and thereby unearths facts previously unknown to the lawyer, prosecutor or police. A private investigator does not only help locate witnesses but also relatives and friends involved in a case for an example an heir.

  1. Conducting a thread-bare analysis of recorded statements –

After recording statements by witnesses, PIs sit down to compare and contrast these statements recorded by witnesses. They analyze the recorded statements in order to judge the integrity of the witness in question. A detailed scrutiny of the recorded statements helps them catch flaws and areas for exploitation.

  1. Tracing assets –

Private investigators can help in tracing lost, hidden or robbed assets on behalf of an attorney associate for his customers. Assets include locating real estate property, vehicles, antiques, collectibles, jewelry, artwork and important documents. PIs also help in locating illegal off shore and domestic bank accounts. They also monitor trademark and intellectual property goods for counterfeiting and improper diversion.

  1. Reviewing crime scenes –

The facts are the meat of any case; it can make or break it. Often, lawyers observe that there are discrepancies in the reports at different levels. These differences make it difficult to proceed with the case. Instead of depending on the reports created by the officer-in-charge, a lawyer can hire a private investigator to go review the crime scene. Many PIs are trained in police procedures and can attend crime scenes to make sketches, take pictures and notes, videotaping and the likes. These details might seem minor, but they are crucial because they reveal inconsistencies.

  1. Recovering electronic evidence –

In our age of computers and technology, looking up diary entries and letters to clues does not suffice. Private and confidential information is stored in password –protected files on computers. A Private investigator is trained in the skill of securing electronic documents including email correspondence as well as deleted files and messages.

Above all, by outsourcing tedious and time-consuming tasks to a qualified professional investigator, you have more time to strengthen your case from the legal angle. Investigating, interviewing and documenting might take up hours for you, but for them it’s easy. So, capitalize on their expertise and come out looking good.

Indonesia Private Investigation Agency (IPIA) and our sister agency Bali Eye Private Investigation Agency (BEPIA) are fully registered agencies offering investigation services to the private and business sectors throughout Indonesia and South East Asia.