Private detectives and investigators gather, analyze, and report information to clients regarding legal or personal matters. Their services include verifying people's backgrounds, finding missing persons, and investigating crimes.
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- Private Detectives and Investigators
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
What do they typically do
- Interview people to gather information
- Search online, public, and court records for civil judgments, criminal history, and other evidence
- Conduct surveillance
- Write reports detailing investigation activities, observations, and findings
- Share results of investigation findings with clients
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Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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