Investigations
$100/hr
Criminal & civil. Includes case setup, lawful evidence collection, and a court-ready report. Retainer may apply based on scope.
Mileage: $0.625/mi • Plus reasonable expenses
Clear, fair, and court-friendly
Pricing
We price work to match scope and document everything so you can use it in negotiations or court. Contact us for a detailed quote—same-day responses.
Undercover / Covert Ops
$150/hr
Targeted covert work with documentation (photos/video) when appropriate.
Mileage: $0.625/mi • Plus expenses • Retainer generally required
Background Investigations
From $100
Right-sized screens to deep-dive due diligence. Written scope before work begins.
Mileage: $0.625/mi if on-site • Plus expenses as needed
Process Service / Court Filing
Local $70 • Non-Local $80
Flat fee includes up to 3 attempts. Rush add-on available.
- Rush add-on: +$20
- Mileage: $0.625/mi door-to-door
- Proof of Service included; e-filing/in-person filing on request
Local: Modesto ➝ NV border via HWY 4/108, Jackson ➝ Mariposa. Non-Local: Fresno ➝ Sacramento, Oakdale ➝ San Francisco.
Documentation Services
$175/hr
Video/photo inventory of valuables with identifying details and report.
Mileage: $0.625/mi when long-distance • Retainer may apply
Training & Classes
$150/hr
Interpersonal Communication, Personal Defense Awareness, Ethics. Group rates available.
Mileage: $0.625/mi when long-distance • No retainer required
| Service | Base Rate | Mileage | Expenses | Retainer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Investigations | $100/hr | $0.625/mi | Yes | Yes (scope-dependent) |
| Undercover / Covert Ops | $150/hr | $0.625/mi | Yes | Yes |
| Background Investigations | From $100 | $0.625/mi if on-site | Yes | No |
| Process Service / Court Filing | $70 local • $80 non-local (+$20 rush) | $0.625/mi | Yes | No |
| Documentation Services | $175/hr | $0.625/mi when long-distance | As needed | Yes |
| Interpersonal Communication | $150/hr | $0.625/mi when long-distance | As needed | No |
| Personal Defense Awareness | $150/hr | $0.625/mi when long-distance | As needed | No |
| Notary Public (coming soon) | TBA | N/A | N/A | No |
Service Area
We serve clients statewide—from Southern California to the Oregon border, and from the Pacific to the Nevada border. Contact us for availability and estimates outside the local area listed above.
Notes & Disclaimers
- Quotes reflect scope at the time provided and may change if scope changes.
- Retainers apply to certain services and are credited against final invoices.
- Court fees, records costs, tolls, parking, and postage are pass-through expenses.
- We operate lawfully and ethically—no pretexting or misrepresentation to obtain records.
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