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Glossary of Investigation Terms

Glossary of investigation terms and definitions for private investigators.

Arrest and Search Warrants: What Do Detectives Need to Know?

An Overview of Arrest Warrants and Search Warrants This article provides information on arrests, arrest warrants, and search warrants. An arrest is defined as depriving a...
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Glossary of Investigation Terms and Definitions

This glossary of investigation terms is intended to help private investigators, police officers, and everyday citizens understand the meaning of various terms used in investigation...
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Understanding the Courtroom: Exploring the Key Roles in a Court of Law

Overview This article provides an overview of the roles in a court of law. Some cases may require you to appear in court as a...

Investigating Sex Crime Cases: How a Private Eye Can Help

Overview of Investigating Sex Crimes for Private Investigators This article provides an overview of sex crime investigations and how a private investigator can help. Sexual...

Espionage and Spying: What Do Private Eyes Need to Know?

What is Espionage? Espionage or spying involves an individual obtaining information considered secret or confidential without the permission of the data holder. Espionage is inherently...
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Racketeering in Organized Crime: Key Elements and Impact

What is Racketeering? Racketeering is a nefarious and intricate phenomenon in organized crime that has plagued societies for decades. This article delves into the concept...

Can Private Investigators Help with Kidnapping Cases?

An Overview of Kidnapping In criminal law, kidnapping is the taking away of a person against the person's will. The kidnapping usually involves the intention...
Sample Affidavit

Affidavit – A Formal Sworn Statement of Fact

The article explains the purpose and components of an affidavit, a written statement used as evidence in legal proceedings. It outlines how affidavits must be signed under oath, their types, and the importance of accuracy. The article also provides tips for drafting effective affidavits and highlights their legal significance.

Juvenile Delinquency

What is Juvenile Delinquency? Juvenile delinquency generally refers to illegal behavior by children or adolescents. The meaning and age of a juvenile varies from country...

List of Acronyms Used in Investigations

Following is a List of Acronyms Used in Investigations and terminology related to the investigations industry. Refer to this list of investigation acronyms and our...

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